Mental Health Specialist

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

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Full-time Mental Health Specialist to work in our Lehigh County location. We are seeking a dedicated professional to fill the following Full-time Mental Health Specialist opening with our Assertive Community Treatment team in Allentown. This member of a multidisciplinary team has the responsibility to carry out rehabilitation and support functions for adults and assist in treatment, education, support, and consultation to families; and provide crisis intervention. Other Responsibilities, but not all-inclusive: • Provide service coordination (case management) for assigned group of clients including coordinating and monitoring the activities of the individual treatment team; assume primary responsibility for developing, writing, implementing, evaluating and revising overall treatment goals and plans in collaboration with the client and the ITT; provide individual supportive therapy and symptom management; ensure immediate changes; are made in treatment plans as clients’ need change, educate and support clients’ families; and advocate for clients’ rights and preferences. • Conduct comprehensive assessment of psychiatric history (e.g. onset, course an effect of illness, past treatment and responses, and risk behaviors), mental status, and diagnosis; physical health and dental health; use of drugs or alcohol; education and employment, social development and functioning; activities of daily living (e.g., care-care, living situation, nutrition, money management); and family structure and relationships. Qualifications: • Master's Degree in the Social Sciences, Healthcare, or a related field and 1-2 years of direct care experience in the MH field. • Skills and competence to establish supportive, trusting relationships with persons with severe and persistent mental illnesses and respect for client rights and personal preferences in treatment are essential. • Knowledge of mental health systems and supports. • Some knowledge of multiple support systems for substance abusers. • Good communication skills, both oral and written. • Ability to work independently and as part of a focused team. • Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record Scope: • Frequent talking and listening. • Requires the ability to lift, carry, hold, kneel, reach, stack, stoop, and bend, which may include direct intervention with residents. Horizon House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, nine paid holidays, generous paid time off, a retirement savings plan, a tax-sheltered annuity, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement. To be considered an applicant for this position, please complete the pre-employment application by going to www.hhinc.org/careers. Horizon House is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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