Rehabilitation Specialist, Residential

Socket.dev; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 21,629,000 - 30,805,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

403b retirement match

Generous PTO

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a part-time Residential Counselor for the Residential Rehabilitation Program. The role involves direct client support and one-on-one work to build independence and community living skills, with emphasis on medication compliance and advocacy.

You will join a collaborative team, receive thorough training, and contribute to a supportive care environment while earning $19.31 per hour. Weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and therapeutic environment to support independence and well‑being of clients.
• Work one‑on‑one with clients to learn or regain skills for community living.
• Ensure medication compliance and safety.
• Collaborate with a service team to develop and implement individual service plans.
• Provide transportation to medical appointments and advocate for clients; document follow-up instructions.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Part-time, 16 hours/week, Saturday and Sunday 4pm-12am | In Person in Gaithersburg, 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)

• 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 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!