Rehabilitation Specialist, Sojourn Residential

Sheppard-Pratt-; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental and vision benefits

403b retirement match

Generous paid-time-off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt's Development and Intellectual Disabilities Services (DDA) in Frederick, MD seeks a Direct Care Support Staff to provide a safe, therapeutic environment for clients in the Sojourn Residential Program.

You'll participate in initial assessments, work one-on-one with clients to learn or regain skills for independent living, and coordinate care including medication monitoring. This is a full-time, on-site role with evening/night shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Willingness to obtain additional certifications and trainings as required.

Responsibilities

• Participating in the initial assessment, intervention, and re-evaluation of client needs.
• Working one-on-one with clients to learn or regain skills for independent living and socialization.
• Coordinating comprehensive care, including monitoring clients’ medication compliance.
• Providing transportation and attending clients’ medical appointments.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Caregiving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on August 21, 2026

Locations

• Frederick - West Patrick
  230 West Patrick Street
  Frederick, MD 21701, USA
• Frederick - West Patrick
  230 West Patrick Street
  Frederick, MD 21701, USA
• On-site
• Rate : $19.05 USD per hour
• Direct Care Support Staff
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: REHAB012715

Description

Sunday 11p-7a, Monday 11p-7a, Tuesday 11p-7a, Wednesday 11p-7a, Thursday 11p-7a, Friday: OFF, Saturday- OFF | In Person in Frederick, MD

Development and Intellectual Disabilities Services (DDA) at Sheppard Pratt offers programs devoted to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including residential rehabilitation. The Sojourn Residential Program team provides integrated rehabilitation to individuals who have both mental illness and an intellectual disability.

What to expect.

You will provide a safe and therapeutic environment that facilitates the overall independence and wellbeing of your clients.

Under close supervision, your responsibilities will include:

• Participating in the initial assessment, intervention, and re-evaluation of client needs.
• Working one-on-one with clients to learn or regain skills for successful community and independent living and socialization.
• Coordinating comprehensive care to assigned clients, including monitoring clients’ compliance with medication.

Providing transportation and attending clients’ medical appointments.

As you spend time with your clients, you will find yourself developing a rapport with them 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!

Direct care staff will be thoroughly trained to provide all services and should expect supportive and ever-present mentorship from senior staff members.

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 $19.05 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.
• An active, non-provisional driver’s license with 3-points or less and access to an insured vehicle.

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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Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

Equal Opportunity Employer

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