Rehabilitation Specialist Crisis Residential

About the role

Sheppard Pratt’s Crisis Residential Program provides short-term, intensive, round-the-clock, personalized support to help stabilize people experiencing a mental health crisis so they can avoid hospitalization. The team collaborates with providers already involved in a client’s treatment and connects clients with services from Sheppard Pratt or other community providers. This is a PRN position in Frederick, MD.

This direct care role supports mental health treatment by providing a safe, therapeutic environment that encourages clients’ independence and wellbeing. Direct care staff receive thorough training and supportive mentorship from senior staff.

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 safety, dosage, and cleanliness.
• Collaborate with the service team to develop and implement individual service plans.
• Provide transportation to clients’ medical appointments, attend appointments, advocate for clients, and document or follow through on instructions.
• Build rapport with clients and support them as they progress in their recovery.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• Willingness to obtain additional certifications and training as required.
• Driver’s license with 3 points or less.

Key facts

• This is a PRN position in Frederick, MD.
• A high school diploma or GED is required; a related bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• A driver’s license with 3 points or less is required.