Rehabilitation Specialist, Residential

Sheppard Pratt; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement program

403b retirement match

Generous paid time off

Complimentary Employee Assistance Program

Generous mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt in Frederick, MD is looking for a part-time professional to support individuals in their Residential Rehabilitation Program. Your key responsibilities will include providing direct care, ensuring medication compliance, and assisting clients in their journey toward independence.

The position demands a high school diploma or equivalent, with a preference for a related degree. Join Sheppard Pratt's mission to provide hope to those facing challenges, with a starting pay rate of $19.31 per hour and comprehensive employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing direct care support for clients with mental health needs.
• Willingness to obtain additional certifications and trainings.
• Drive and access to an insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to clients to develop life skills.
• Ensure medication compliance and client safety.
• Collaborate with service teams to implement individual service plans.
• Provide transportation for client medical appointments.

Skills

Direct care support

Medication compliance

Advocacy skills

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in a related field (preferred)

Job description

Residential Rehabilitation Program (https://www.sheppardpratt.org/care-finder/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.

This is a part‑time position in Frederick, MD that requires availability to work some weekends.

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)
• Generous mileage reimbursement program

The pay rate 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 work days, 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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