About this role
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 an opportunity to provide support for mental health treatment. You will oversee medication management for clients, train staff in medication monitoring procedures, assess for potential crisis, and implement crisis intervention actions as appropriate.
Additional responsibilities will include:
• Providing transportation to and attending clients' medical appointments, as necessary. You will ensure client understanding and proper follow-up of prescribed medications.
• Developing medication plans for all clients receiving services.
• Providing education and linkage to clients regarding medication and health services.
• Counseling clients on the potential side effects of medication.
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 ongoing training and education, including a robust tuition reimbursement program.
• Comprehensive retirement, medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid-time-off and flexible scheduling.
• Complimentary employee assistance program.
• And more!
This position has a flat pay rate of $20.95/hr.
What we need from you.
• A high school diploma or GED. Bachelor's preferred.
• An active, non-provisional driver's license with 3-points or less and access to an insured vehicle.
• Knowledge of medications, side effects, therapeutic effects, and the ability to effectively communicate this knowledge.
WHY SHEPPARD PRATT? At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual's facing life's challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!
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