Bilingual Family Support Specialist - Gaithersburg, MD
Sheppard PrattGaithersburg, Maryland, United States
Posted December 11, 2025
38200 - 53560 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Sheppard Pratt is the largest private, nonprofit provider of mental health, substance use, developmental disability, special education, and social services in the United States. It delivers a comprehensive continuum of care that spans hospital-based and community-based resources, serving a diverse patient population across multiple disciplines. Founded in 1853, the organization has a long-standing reputation for innovation through research, best practice implementation, and a commitment to elevating the quality of mental health care worldwide. Consistently ranked among the top national psychiatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 31 years, Sheppard Pratt distinguishes itself with an integrated, evidence‑based approach and a dedication to advancing mental health and addiction treatment on a national scale.
Job Description
This position requires bilingual fluency in English and Spanish. The Bilingual Family Support Specialist will manage a maximum weighted caseload of 24, documenting interventions and assuring timely assessments as appropriate.
Requirements
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish
- High school graduate or equivalency with demonstrated knowledge of parenting skills, early childhood, and case planning practice
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree in social work, early childhood, family studies or related field with one year of experience
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
- 403b retirement match
- Generous paid-time-off
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous mileage reimbursement program
