Rehabilitation Specialist, Sojourn Residential Rehabilitation

Sheppard Pratt Careers • Frederick, MD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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. This is a full-time position in Frederick, MD that requires availability to work the following schedule: Sunday 3-11pm, Monday 8-4, Tuesday 8-4, Wednesday 8-4, Thursday- OFF, Friday 8-4, Saturday- OFF. This is a direct care opportunity to provide support for mental health treatment. 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or a GED.
• An active, non-provisional driver’s license with 3-points or less and access to an insured vehicle.
• The willingness to obtain additional certifications and trainings as required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.

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 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.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED