Rehabilitation Specialist, Residential

Sheppard Pratt; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

403b retirement match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt is seeking a Rehabilitation Specialist for a full-time, on-site role in Frederick, MD. The position focuses on delivering direct care within the Residential Rehabilitation Program, supporting clients with housing, employment, and mental health services.

You will work evenings and weekends in a structured therapeutic environment, while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to implement individualized service plans and ensure safety and advocacy for clients’ needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of relevant direct-care experience or similar setting.
• Willingness to obtain additional certifications and trainings as required.

Responsibilities

• Act as residential counselor, working one-on-one with clients to develop skills for independent living.
• Ensure medication safety, dosage accuracy, and proper administration.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individual service plans.
• Provide transportation and attend clients’ medical appointments, advocating throughout.
• Build rapport and support clients toward recovery in a therapeutic environment.

Skills

Client interaction

Medication management

Advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

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Rehabilitation Specialist, Residential

• Posted on October 1, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

• On‑site
• Rate : $19.89 USD per hour
• Direct Care Support Staff
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: REHAB012838

Description

Full-time 40 hours/week, evenings 1pm-9pm and 3pm-11pm with rotating weekends | In Person in Frederick, MD

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.

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)

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.
• 1-2 years of relevant student, volunteer or work experience.
• 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.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

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