Rehabilitation Assistant

Sheppard Pratt·Baltimore, Maryland

$19 - $19/hrPart Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

Practice for this role

Rehabilitation Assistant · $19 - $19/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-39% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Baltimore, Maryland ($30.36/hr, n=160)

212 similar openings in the Baltimore area · median $30.00/hr

$6.00/hr · lowesthighest · $157/hr

this role: $18.50/hrmedian $30.36/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 160 posted behavioral health roles in Baltimore, Maryland rates. This role sits in the 22nd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 39% below the Baltimore, Maryland median for behavioral health roles.

The Rehabilitation Assistant provides direct care and support to individuals with serious mental illness in a residential setting. Responsibilities include assisting with medication compliance, facilitating skill-building for independent living, and providing transportation to medical appointments.

Schedule

PRN or As Needed |
Job
Location
Type: In Person

Residential Rehabilitation Program [https://www.sheppardpratt.org/care-finder/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.

What to expect.

This is a direct care opportunity to provide support for mental health treatment. You will assist in providing 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 assistant as you work with clients to learn or regain skills for successful community and independent living and socialization.
Assist in 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.

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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.

What you’ll get from us.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:
A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, with a bachelor's degree preferred. Applicants are required to have a valid, non-provisional driver's license and the availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

high school
bachelor degree
Documentation
Transportation
Crisis intervention
Mental health support
Medication compliance
Client advocacy
Residential counseling
Community living support
Socialization skills
Service plan implementation

Benefits

Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Mileage reimbursement
Employee assistance program
403b retirement match

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $19 - $19/hr
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Application: Employer website

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