Rehabilitation Specialist - Veterans Program

Sheppard Pratt Careers; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 21,025 - 29,945; Full time

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt Careers in Hagerstown, MD is seeking a Direct Care Support Staff for a full-time, on-site role. The position requires working Thursday 4p–12am, Friday and Saturday 5p–1a, Sunday and Monday 4p–12am, to support homeless veterans in re-establishing independence.

You will provide a safe, therapeutic environment, supervise medication compliance, and work with a collaborative team to implement individual service plans. Transportation and advocacy during medical visits are included.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Active driver’s license with 3 points or less and access to insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Act as a residential counselor, working one-on-one with clients to support learning or re‑learning community living skills.
• Ensure medication compliance, including safety, dosage and cleanliness.
• Collaborate with the service team to develop and implement individual service plans.
• Provide transportation to clients’ medical appointments and advocate during appointments, ensuring follow-up instructions are documented.
• Build rapport with clients as part of their trusted support system as they progress in recovery.

Skills

One-on-one with clients

Medication safety

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

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Locations

Hagerstown, MD 21740, USA

• On-site
• Direct Care Support Staff
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: REHAB012413

Description

In this program, staff work with Veterans Affairs to serve homeless veterans and aide in re‑establishing clients in the community.

This is a full‑time position working in Hagerstown, MD that requires availability to work Thursday 4p‑12am, Friday and Saturday 5p‑1a, Sunday and Monday 4p‑12am.

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 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.

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)

The pay rate for this position is $18.50 hourly.

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 individuals facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

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