Rehabilitation Specialist, Residential - Gaithersburg, MD; T-Sat

Rehabilitation Specialist, Residential - Gaithersburg, MD (T-Sat 1pm-9:30pm)

Job Category: Direct Care

Requisition Number: REHAB
010896

Posted: January 30, 2026

Employment Type: Full-Time On‑Site

Rate: $19.31 USD per hour

Location: 610 East Diamond Avenue Suite 100 Gaithersburg, MD 20877

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 provide 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 working one‑on‑one with clients to learn or regain skills for successful community and independent living and socialization.
• Ensuring medication compliance which involves responsibility for safety, dosage, and cleanliness.
• Working as part of a collaborative service team to develop and implement individual service plans.
• Providing transportation and attending clients’ medical appointments, and offering advocacy services throughout the appointment and ensuring all follow‑up instructions are documented and followed through.

As you spend time with your clients, you will develop a rapport where you become part of their trusted support system. You will celebrate their wins as your own as they progress in their recovery.

All direct care staff will be thoroughly trained to provide all services and will receive supportive, ongoing mentorship from senior staff members.

What we’ll offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education, licensure, and certification preparation.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Generous paid‑time‑off.
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

The pay rate for this position is $19.31 hourly.

What we need from you.

• 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 and access to an insured vehicle.
• Availability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

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