Rehabilitation Specialist

Sheppard-Pratt-; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental & vision benefits

403b retirement plan

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt is seeking a Rehabilitation Specialist to support individuals in a residential program. This role involves direct client care, promoting housing stability, and coordinating services to aid recovery.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team in a community-based setting, providing advocacy and ensuring safe, therapeutic environments. A high school diploma is required; driving is needed for client transport.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; Bachelor's preferred.
• Willingness to obtain additional certifications.
• Valid driver's license with minimal points; insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to clients to promote independent living.
• Ensure medication safety, dosage accuracy and cleanliness.
• Collaborate with service team to develop and follow individual service plans.
• Transport clients to appointments and accompany them to ensure follow-up actions.

Skills

Direct care

Medication management

Team collaboration

Transportation

Education

High School or GED

Job description

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Rehabilitation Specialist

• Posted on September 11, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

• On-site
• Rate : $18.75 USD per hour
• Direct Care Support Staff
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: REHAB012909

Description

Schedule: PRN or As Needed | Job Location Type: In Person

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.

What to expect.

This is a direct care opportunity to provide support for mental health treatment. You will provide a safe and therapeutic environment that encourages the overall independence and well-being of your clients. Pay rate: $18.75 depending on the program.

Under general supervision, your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as a residential counselor as you work one-on-one with clients to learn or regain skills for successful community and independent living and socialization.
• 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 professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay for this position is $19.31 hourly.

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 workdays, nights, weekends, and holidays depending upon need of the program.

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?
At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual's facing life's challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

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Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

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