PRP Rehabilitation Specialist

Guardian Therapeutic Center-(GTC) is urgently seeking a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Specialist to work in our (PRP) Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program. We are looking for a licensed mental health professional to join our team and provide clinical oversight to a community based behavioral health program.

Our ideal candidate is a self-starter and has an entrepreneurial spirit. We are looking for a motivated, reliable, and innovative practitioner who truly cares about their clients and is looking to make a difference in the community.

Our ultimate goal is to be an organization of excellence in our approach to mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual wellness. We are building a collective team, with a strong focus on helping underprivileged communities.

Requirements:

· Is a licensed mental health professional with a minimum of 2 years direct care work experience in the field

· Maryland Licensure Required as LMSW, LCSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, LCPC, LCADC, LGADC, or CDNP-PMH

· For PRP-A, must have clinical knowledge of adults with co-occurring disorders and complex behavioral health issues

· Available to be on-site for a minimum of 40 hours each week ( full-time)

· Ability to utilize a computer, specifically including basic word processing skills, internet skills and email use

· Must have up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination, including booster shots

Job Summary:

· The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program is under the direct supervision of the Rehabilitation Specialist

· Responsible for developing the Individual Rehabilitation Plan (IRP) following the timeframe set forth in COMAR

· Oversees the clinical side of the program to facilitate an individual’s recovery

· Developing and assuring that rehabilitation services meet the needs of the individuals served by the program

· Conduct on-going assessments of Therapeutic Support Specialist’s performances

Responsible for the discharge recommendation and summaries of clients, when necessary

· Meet with CEO and/or COO weekly to present updates, discuss staff concerns, program concerns, and regulatory concerns

· Participate in agency recommended trainings

· Participate in monthly supervision meetings with Psychiatric Rehabilitation Coordinators

· Reinforce COMAR and Joint Commission regulations

· All paperwork/weekly reports are due every Friday by 6:00 pm to the COO

Conduct and complete intakes and assessments

· Obtain authorization for PRP services

· Initial contact is made within 48 hours of email notification.

· Scheduling intakes should be reflected on the agency calendar

· Document unsuccessful attempts on a contact note and list them in the weekly report

· Reauthorizations should be completed 30 days before expiration of authorization

Completion and maintenance of IRP (every 90 days)

· Initial IRP completed at time of assessment

· Initial IRP discussed during supervision with advocate, parent/guardian, and client

· Educate Therapeutic Support Specialists (Direct Care Workers) on how to provide proper rehabilitation services that correlate with goals identified in the client’s IRP

· 90 day review plans should include advocate, parent/guardian, and client

· Completed 90 day plans should be listed on the weekly report.

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

Typical end time:

• 5PM

Typical start time:

• 9AM

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $27.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All clients must wear masks, temperature checks, social distancing guidelines, office is cleaned regularly throughout the day, etc.

License:

• LMSW, LCSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, LCPC, LCADC, LGADC, or CDNP-PMH (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Medical Specialty:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $60,000