Primary Counselor

Company: Horizon House Inc
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Primary Counselor to work in our Behavioral Health Services Division. To provide care and supervision of all assigned clients to ensure a safe, healthy, secure, and pleasant environment, which promotes growth and development. To facilitate client growth and development toward independence in self-care, daily living skills, socialization, and community living. To participate in the development of the individual service plans and related documentation. Some other responsibilities include the following: ·Provide guidance and support to all clients; teach and reinforce skills in mental health symptom reduction, daily living skills, routine medical care, and personal hygiene. ·Participate in developing individual service plans for assigned clients. ·Conduct a weekly counseling session with all assigned clients to review progress toward treatment plan goals. Record a weekly progress note of this session in the DAP format. Qualifications: · A.A. degree in the social sciences or health care related field and one year of relevant experience in the MH/MR field; or any combination of experience, education or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and ability required. · Good communication skills, both oral and written. · Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Scope: · Requires the ability to lift, carry, fold, kneel, reach, stack, stoop, and bend, which may include direct intervention with residents. · Possess manual dexterity and fine motor skills. · May be required to possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record (contingent upon facility location and client and program needs). · May require crisis intervention in emergencies. · May be expected to report to work as needed during emergencies, including inclement weather. Horizon House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including: medical & dental, 9 paid holidays, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement savings plan, voluntary tax-sheltered annuity, transit benefit program, opportunities for advancement, and more. To be considered an applicant, please apply at www.hhinc.org and click on the careers tab. Horizon House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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