Rehabilitation Specialist

Sheppard Pratt • Lanham, MD

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Specialist is a direct care role in Sheppard Pratt’s Residential Rehabilitation Program, which supports individuals with serious mental illness who have difficulty maintaining housing. The program helps clients obtain housing, employment, mental health services, and other supports. Under general supervision, the specialist provides a safe, therapeutic environment that promotes clients’ independence and well-being. Staff receive thorough training and ongoing mentorship from senior team members.

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 as a residential counselor to help them learn or regain skills for community and independent living and socialization.
• Support medication compliance, including attention to 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 medical appointments and document and/or follow through on appointment instructions.

Benefits

• Professional development, including tuition reimbursement for ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for benefit-eligible positions.
• 403(b) retirement match.
• Paid time off for benefit-eligible positions.
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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