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