Rehabilitation Specialist, Residential- Gaithersburg, Md (Per Diem)

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.

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. Pay rate: $18 to $18.50 depending on the program.

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.

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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 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 ongoing training and education, including a robust tuition reimbursement program.
Comprehensive retirement, medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Generous paid-time-off and flexible scheduling.
Complimentary employee assistance program.
And more!

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 workdays, nights, weekends, and holidays depending upon need of the program.

Sheppard Pratt's mission-driven culture offers an environment where you can explore what motivates you both professionally and personally. Impact opportunities include hospitals, special education schools, residential programs, outpatient centers, and more. We offer continuing education, tuition reimbursement, and career development programs to facilitate your professional growth. Together, we can put your purpose to work.
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