Rehabilitation Specialist

About the role

Crisis Residential Program services provide short-term intensive, round-the-clock, personalized support to help stabilize someone having a mental health crisis so they can avoid hospitalization. Our teams collaborate with providers who are already involved in an individual’s treatment and works to link clients to other services offered by Sheppard Pratt or other community providers.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• A bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• The willingness to obtain additional certifications and trainings as required.

Qualifications

• A driver’s license with 3-points or less and access to an insured vehicle.