Rehabilitation Specialist (RTC)

Sheppard Pratt; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt in Towson, MD is hiring for an in-person Residential Counselor at the Adult Residential Treatment Center. The position pays $19.31 per hour and requires working Sunday through Thursday, 1 pm to 9 pm.

You will support adults 18+ with serious mental illness, helping them move toward recovery in a safe, therapeutic environment. Under supervision you will work one-on-one with clients to learn or regain skills for community living, help with medication compliance, participate in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as a residential counselor, working one-on-one with clients to learn or regain skills for community and independent living and socialization.
• Ensure medication compliance with responsibility for safety, dosage and cleanliness.
• Work as part of a collaborative service team to develop and implement individual service plans.
• Provide transportation and attend clients’ medical appointments, offering advocacy throughout appointments and ensuring follow-up instructions are documented.
• All direct care staff will be thoroughly trained and receive mentorship from senior staff as they perform duties.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Towson, Md: In-person

The pay rate for this position is $19.31 hourly. The Adult Residential Treatment Center (RTC) provides services for persons ages 18 and older with serious mental illness, including individuals with co-occurring substance use disorders or development disabilities. Our teams craft individualized plans for the residents to reach the highest level of recovery possible.

(Sunday- Thursday, 1pm - 9pm) Towson, Md: In-person The pay rate for this position is $19.31 hourly. The Adult Residential Treatment Center (RTC) provides services for persons ages 18 and older with serious mental illness, including individuals with co-occurring substance use disorders or development disabilities. Our teams craft individualized plans for the residents to reach the highest level of recovery possible.

What to expect.

This is an 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!

Additional Direct Care Staff Responsibilities

• 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 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.