Rehabilitation Specialist

Sheppard Pratt Careers•Catonsville, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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. 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. 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or a GED.
Willingness to obtain additional certifications and trainings as required.
A driver’s license with 3-points or less.
Access to an insured vehicle.
Availability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays depending upon need of the program.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Act as a residential counselor working one-on-one with clients to learn or regain skills for successful community and independent living and socialization.
Ensure medication compliance, including responsibility for safety, dosage, and cleanliness.
Work as part of a collaborative service team to develop and implement individual service plans.
Provide transportation and attend clients’ medical appointments.
Provide advocacy services throughout appointments and ensure follow-up instructions are documented and/or followed through on.