Weekend Residential Counselor

Sheppard Pratt Careers • Towson, MD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Located on Sheppard Pratt’s historic campus in Towson, Maryland, the School and Residential Treatment Center (RTC) is a Maryland State Department of Education-approved Level V nonpublic school. It provides a year-round therapeutic educational and residential program for youths ages 12–18 with emotional and behavioral challenges, combining structured community and recreational activities with full-day special and general education schooling.

The Weekend Residential Counselor provides guidance and support to students living in a residential treatment setting, helping them work toward goals, overcome challenges, and build fulfilling lives. The role offers experience and training in therapeutic approaches in a structured psychiatric program.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• For most positions, a valid driver’s license at the time of appointment and eligibility to meet Sheppard Pratt requirements to operate a vehicle are preferred.

Nice To Haves

• For most positions, a valid driver’s license at the time of appointment and eligibility to meet Sheppard Pratt requirements to operate a vehicle are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce students’ daily living skills and maintain structure and organization in the residential setting.
• Organize daily recreational activities and ensure students have access to fresh air, leisure activities, and exercise.
• Encourage and reinforce behavior according to program standards.
• Provide complete and accurate documentation.

Benefits

• Professional development, including tuition reimbursement to support 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 program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED