Rehabilitation Specialist, Residential

Sheppard-Pratt-; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement program

Medical, dental and vision benefits

403b retirement match

Generous paid-time-off

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt in Lanham, MD is seeking a Part-Time Direct Care Support Staff to provide safe, therapeutic housing support for residents with serious mental illness. You will work on Saturdays and Sundays, 7:30am-9:30am and 7:30-9:30pm, and help clients learn independent living skills while ensuring medication compliance.

You will join a multi-disciplinary team to develop individualized plans and coordinate transportation to appointments, with competitive hourly pay of $19.31 and access to

Qualifications

• Your high school diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in related field preferred

Job description

Locations

Showing 1 location RRP Lanham
7401 Forbes Blvd
Suite F
Lanham, MD 20706, USA
RRP Lanham
7401 Forbes Blvd
Suite F
Lanham, MD 20706, USA

• On-site
• Rate : $19.31 USD per hour
• Direct Care Support Staff
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: REHAB012422

Description

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 that requires availability to work every Saturday and Sunday 7:30am-9:30am and 7:30-9:30pm in Lanham, MD.

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.

The pay rate for this position is $19.31 hourly.

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)

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!

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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