Residential Specialist (PRN, As Needed) (11439)

Baltimore Crisis Response, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

PTO (Vacation, Sick, Personal)

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Support

Job summary

CarePoint Response, Inc. is seeking a Residential Specialist in Baltimore, MD to provide safe, recovery-focused support in a residential treatment setting.

You will encourage participation in therapeutic activities, monitor progress toward treatment goals, and maintain a compassionate, client-centered environment. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED (Associate degree preferred) and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent is required.
• Associate degree in Human Services or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports delivery of care by reviewing evaluations, assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes to address individual needs and goals.
• Monitors health and safety at scheduled intervals across care areas and documents observations.
• Models pro-social behavior and encourages participation in therapeutic activities in individual and group settings.
• Maintains clean and safe environments through sanitation duties and adherence to health protocols.
• Provides transportation for individuals in care when approved and assigned.
• Assists with meals per documented dietary orders and supports ADLs.
• Acts as liaison with internal and external stakeholders and care partners.
• Adheres to policies and carries out tasks as directed by HR and supervisor.

Skills

Soft skills

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent

Associate degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Residential Specialist

Baltimore, MD

$16.00-17.00 Hourly

(PRN, As Needed) | Shifts: FT/PT

Be the steady support clients need during treatment — guiding them through assessment, counseling, and care planning with compassion and clinical expertise.

About Us

CarePoint Response, Inc. (CPR) is a nationally recognized nonprofit and Baltimore’s only comprehensive crisis response system. Since 1992, we’ve been at the forefront of behavioral health crisis care — providing timely, community-based services for individuals and families experiencing mental health and substance use challenges.

The Opportunity

CPR is seeking a Residential Specialist to support individuals in a residential treatment setting. In this role, you’ll help maintain a safe, recovery-focused environment, encourage participation in therapeutic activities, and monitor progress toward treatment goals. This is a hands-on opportunity to make a meaningful impact while supporting Baltimore’s mission of advancing behavioral health and crisis recovery.

What You’ll Do

• Supports the delivery of care and engagement of individuals under care by participating in group supervision and by reviewing evaluations, assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes. to understand the unique needs, strengths, preferences, and goals.
• Monitors and documents the health and safety of individuals in care at scheduled intervals, including common rooms, restrooms, bedrooms, cafeterias, therapy/case management offices, and outdoor areas.
• Models pro-social interactions and encourages participation in therapeutic activities in individual and group settings.
• Following universal precautions and health protocols, maintains a clean and healthy environment of care through sanitation activities, including but not limited to: trash removal, wiping frequently touched surfaces and work areas, laundry, cleaning of dishes/utensils, and occasional spills or messes.
• As approved and assigned, uses company vehicles to provide transportation for individuals entering, receiving, or discharged from care.
• Warms and serves meals and food items following health and safety protocols, following documented medical orders for specialty diets and restrictions by the medical practitioner.
• Monitors and assists with activities of daily living.
• Serves as a liaison as assigned and appropriate for internal and external stakeholders, care partners, and visitors.
• Demonstrates adherence to company policies, expectations, and behavioral competencies, both explicit and implicit.
• All tasks, projects, and/or duties as assigned and authorized, as determined by Human Resources and Direct Supervisor (or designated delegate) to be congruent with the role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent, Required
• Associate degree in Human Services or related field, Preferred

Additional

• Valid and unrestricted driver's license, required

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer workstation.
• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching.
• Must be able to lift weights up to 50 pounds at times.
• Seeks guidance / help proactively to support safety and quality care.
• Demonstrates skill of distress-tolerance to maintain calm and safety.
• Models positive regard with all members of the community of care.
• Establishes and maintains interpersonal boundaries.
• Maintains personal and situational awareness through self-reflection.
• Practices ethical, evidence-based, and person-first decision-making.

Why Join CPR

Lead a mission-driven mobile crisis response team.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan.
• Generous PTO – Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development Support.
• Be part of an innovative, impact-driven team shaping the future of crisis care.

Make a Difference. Lead with Compassion.

This is more than a leadership role — it’s a chance to help individuals and families find stability in their most vulnerable moments.