Evening Residential Counselor - Mental Health Support

Sheppard Pratt; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

403b retirement match

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt in Germantown, MD, is seeking a full-time Crisis Residential Counselor to support individuals in mental health crisis. The role is Sunday-Thursday 3pm–10:30pm, in person, with a focus on safety, therapeutic environment, skill-building, and linking clients to services.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, help with medication safety, transportation, and advocacy, and participate in program goals, training, and staff mentorship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's preferred.
• Willingness to obtain additional certifications and trainings.
• Driver's license with 3 points or less and access to insured vehicle.
• Availability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Act as a residential counselor, working one-on-one with clients to learn or regain skills.
• Ensure medication compliance, safety, dosage and cleanliness.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement service plans.
• Provide transportation and attend clients' medical appointments.
• Offer advocacy throughout appointments and document follow-up instructions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Transportation coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Sheppard Pratt in Germantown, MD, is seeking a full-time Crisis Residential Counselor to support individuals in mental health crisis. The role is Sunday-Thursday 3pm–10:30pm, in person, with a focus on safety, therapeutic environment, skill-building, and linking clients to services.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, help with medication safety, transportation, and advocacy, and participate in program goals, training, and staff mentorship.