Rehabilitation Specialist, Psychiatric Rehabilitation Day Program
About The Position
The Rehabilitation Specialist provides direct care and support for mental health treatment in Sheppard Pratt’s Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program. The role helps create a safe, therapeutic environment that promotes clients’ independence and wellbeing. Day program services include group activities, individual support, and mental health services; supportive living services help clients maintain independent living and access the day program. Under general supervision, the Rehabilitation Specialist works one-on-one with clients to develop or regain skills for community and independent living and socialization. The position includes supporting medication compliance and safety, collaborating with a service team on individual service plans, and transporting and accompanying clients to medical appointments. The specialist advocates for clients during appointments and documents or follows through on instructions. Direct care staff receive thorough training and ongoing mentorship from senior staff. The position is in person in Gaithersburg, Maryland, with a stated schedule of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. The posting also notes that availability for days, nights, weekends, and holidays may be required depending on program needs. Pay is $19.89 per hour.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Willingness to obtain additional certifications and training as required.
- Valid driver’s license with 3 points or less.
- 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 is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one support to help clients learn or regain skills for successful community and independent living and socialization.
- Support medication compliance, including responsibility for safety, dosage, and cleanliness.
- Collaborate with the service team to develop and implement individual service plans.
- Transport clients to and attend their medical appointments.
- Advocate for clients during appointments and ensure follow-up instructions are documented and/or carried out.
- Help maintain a safe and therapeutic environment that encourages clients’ independence and wellbeing.
Benefits
- Ongoing training and education.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Retirement benefits.
- Medical benefits.
- Dental benefits.
- Vision benefits.
- Paid time off.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Complimentary employee assistance program.
- Career development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
