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Psych Rehab Worker

Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Work type
Full Time
Posted
2026-09-02

Job description

The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker (PRW) provides mobile, community-based psychiatric rehabilitation services to adults with serious mental health conditions who are high utilizers of inpatient psychiatric services. This role is ideal for compassionate, mission-driven professionals who want to make a meaningful impact by helping individuals build skills, confidence, and independence to successfully live and thrive in the community.

RHD team members use strength-based and skills-based approaches to support recovery, wellness, and community integration.

Pay Rate:

$21/hour for Bachelor’s-level candidates

Full-time, benefits-eligible position with paid time off

What You’ll Do
Recovery & Skill-Building
Promote principles of recovery-oriented and psychiatric rehabilitation services

Support participants in developing and working toward individualized recovery and wellness goals

Provide skills training in daily living, self-advocacy, symptom management, and community integration

Utilize motivational interviewing to identify strengths, needs, goals, and barriers

Community-Based Support
Assist participants in accessing and navigating mental health, substance use, and social service systems

Support connections to natural supports, including peer recovery groups and community resources

Help schedule and attend appointments as needed

Advocate for participants’ medical, behavioral health, legal, and community needs

Bridge gaps between physical health care and behavioral health treatment

Coordination & Crisis Support
Participate in treatment team and aftercare meetings as requested

Provide crisis management support and recovery-focused interventions

Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling to meet participant needs

Documentation & Administrative Duties
Document services and complete billing using electronic health record systems

Provide telephonic support to participants and family members as appropriate

Complete additional duties as assigned by program leadership

What We’re Looking For
Education & Experience
Experience required varies by education level:

High School Diploma/GED: 3 years of mental health experience required

Associate’s Degree: 1 year of mental health experience required

Bachelor’s Degree: 1 year of mental health experience preferred

Additional Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED (required)

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

C.P.R.P. certification preferred

Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

Ability to work independently in community-based settings

Clearances Required
Act 33/34 Clearances

FBI clearance (as required)

Child Abuse Clearance

Why Join RHD?
Competitive hourly pay

Full-time benefits eligibility

Generous paid time off

Mission-driven work that makes a real community impact

Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth

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