Rehabilitation Specialist, Psychiatric Rehabilitation Day Program

Sheppard Pratt; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt in Frederick, MD is hiring a Rehabilitation Specialist for the Psychiatric Rehabilitation Day Program. This full-time, on-site role offers a supportive team environment and hands-on client care in a day program setting.

You will work M-F 7am-3pm or 8am-4pm, provide one-on-one client support, ensure medication adherence, collaborate on individual service plans, and accompany clients to medical appointments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Driver's license with 3 points or less and access to insured vehicle.
• Availability to work days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Acting as a residential counselor, working one-on-one with clients to support independent living.
• Ensuring medication compliance and safety.
• Collaborating with the service team to develop individual service plans.
• Providing transportation and attending clients’ medical appointments; advocating during appointments.

Skills

One-on-one care

Medication adherence support

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

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Rehabilitation Specialist, Psychiatric Rehabilitation Day Program

• Posted on November 2, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

• On-site
• Rate : $19.89 USD per hour
• Direct Care Support Staff
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: REHAB013304

Description

Full-time | Shift: M-F 7am-3pm or M-F 8am-4pm | In person | Frederick, MD

Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (PRP) services consist of day programs and supportive living programs. Clients in our day programs have access to group activities, individual support, and mental health services. Clients in the supportive living program receive support in maintaining independent living and have access to the day program.

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 wellbeing of your clients.

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 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 $19.89 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 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.

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

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