Bilingual Direct Care Worker — Community-Based Mental Health

Connections That Matter; Baltimore (MD); On-site; Full time

Job description

About Connections That Matter, Inc.

Connections That Matter, Inc. (CTM) is a licensed and accredited behavioral health provider in Maryland offering comprehensive outpatient mental health and psychiatric rehabilitation services to youth and adults.

Our mission is to support individuals and families through empathy, empowerment, and meaningful connections that promote long-term recovery and community integration.

Maryland (Community-Based Role)
Contract (1099) | Flexible Schedule

Position Summary

Connections That Matter, Inc. is seeking a Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) Direct Care Worker (DCW) to provide community-based psychiatric rehabilitation services through our PRP program.

This role focuses on helping children, adolescents, and adults build essential life skills, improve daily functioning, and successfully integrate into their communities.

Services are delivered in home, school, office, and community settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct support services aligned with the Individual Rehabilitation Plan (IRP)
• Assist clients with developing and improving:
  • Daily living skills (ADLs)
  • Social and interpersonal skills
  • Community integration and resource utilization
• Collaborate with parents, caregivers, therapists, and treatment team members
• Support clients in achieving individualized rehabilitation goals
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system
• Participate in supervision and monthly trainings
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and compliance with COMAR and agency standards

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field Preferred
  • Social Work
  • Psychology
  • Counseling
  • Human Services
• Minimum of 1 year experience in mental health or human services
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) – REQUIRED

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable transportation
• Current vehicle registration, inspection, and insurance
• Ability to pass a criminal background check

Work Environment & Schedule

• Community-based role (home, school, office, and community settings)
• Flexible scheduling
• Afternoon, evening, and occasional weekend availability based on client needs

Compensation

• Competitive per-visit or hourly rate (based on experience)
• Opportunities for caseload growth and increased earnings
• Ongoing training and professional development