Rehabilitation Assistant

Sheppard Pratt Careers; Belcamp (Ghost Town) (TX); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt’s Residential Rehabilitation Program (RRP) seeks Direct Care Support Staff for weekend shifts (Saturday & Sunday 1pm-9pm) in Belcamp, MD. The role supports individuals with serious mental illness by helping with housing, employment and services, with emphasis on safety, independence and advocacy.

The pay rate is $17.50 per hour, with potential for higher pay at $18.50/hour. A high school diploma or GED is required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Willingness to obtain additional certifications and trainings.
• Driver’s license with 3-points or less and access to an insured vehicle.
• Availability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays depending upon need of the program.

Responsibilities

• Act as a residential counselor assistant and work with clients to learn or regain skills for independent living.
• Assist in ensuring medication compliance and safety.
• Work with a collaborative service team to develop and implement individual service plans.
• Provide transportation and attend clients’ medical appointments; advocate and document follow-up instructions.

Skills

Work with clients

Medication compliance

Collaborative team

Advocacy services

Transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Locations

RRP Belcamp
4510 Wharf Point Court
Belcamp, MD 21017, USA

• Direct Care Support Staff
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: REHAB012303

Description

Residential Rehabilitation Program (RRP) services are designed for individuals with serious mental illness who have difficulty maintaining housing. Our team helps individuals obtain housing, employment, mental health services, and more.

Shift: Saturday & Sunday 1pm-9pm

What to expect.

This is a direct care opportunity to provide support for mental health treatment. You will assist in providing a safe and therapeutic environment that encourages the overall independence and well-being of your clients. Pay rate: $17.50.

Under general supervision, your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as a residential counselor assistant as you work with clientsb to learn or regain skills for successful community and independent living and socialization.
• Assist in ensuring medication compliance which involves responsibility for safety, dosage, and cleanliness.
• Working as a part of a collaborative service team to develop and implement individual service plans.
• Providing transportation and attending clients’ medical appointments. You will provide advocacy services throughout the appointment and ensure that all follow-up instruction is documented and/or followed through on.

As you spend time with your clients, you will find yourself developing a rapport with your clients where you become part of their trusted support system. You will see their wins as your wins as they work their way through the program and cheer them on as they progress in their recovery.

All direct care staff will be thoroughly trained to provide all services and should expect supportive and ever-present mentorship from senior staff members as they perform the requested duties.

What you’ll get from us.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• A commitment to ongoing training and education, including a robust tuition reimbursement program.
• Generous paid-time-off and flexible scheduling.
• Complimentary employee assistance program.
• And more!

The pay rate for this position is $18.50 an hour.

What we need from you.

• Your high school diploma or a GED. Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• The willingness to obtain additional certifications and trainings as required.
• A driver’s license with 3-points or less and access to an insured vehicle.
• Must have availability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays depending upon need of the program.

Sheppard Pratt’s mission-driven culture offers an environment where you can explore what motivates you both professionally and personally. Impact opportunities include hospitals, special education schools, residential programs, outpatient centers, and more. We offer continuing education, tuition reimbursement, and career development programs to facilitate your professional growth. Together, we can put your purpose to work.

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