Rehabilitation Specialist

Sheppard Pratt Careers•Westminster, MD

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Specialist works in Sheppard Pratt’s Residential Rehabilitation Program (RRP), which supports individuals with serious mental illness who have difficulty maintaining housing. The role provides direct care and support for mental health treatment, helping clients obtain housing, employment, mental health services, and other resources. The specialist helps maintain a safe, therapeutic environment that encourages clients’ independence and well-being, while building supportive relationships and encouraging progress in recovery. Direct care staff receive thorough training and ongoing mentorship from senior staff. The stated schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.; availability for days, nights, weekends, and holidays may be required depending on program needs. The pay rate is $19.31 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Willingness to obtain additional certifications and training as required.
Valid driver’s license with three points or fewer.
Access to an insured vehicle.
Availability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays depending on program needs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Work one-on-one with clients to help them learn or regain skills for community and independent living and socialization.
Support medication compliance, including responsibility for medication safety, dosage, and cleanliness.
Collaborate with the service team to develop and implement individual service plans.
Transport clients to medical appointments and attend appointments with them.
Advocate for clients during appointments and ensure follow-up instructions are documented and/or carried out.
Provide support in a safe and therapeutic environment that promotes clients’ independence and well-being.