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Sheppard Pratt

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Work That Matters.
Support for What’s Next.

Meaningful work starts with a supportive community. At Sheppard Pratt, you’ll join thousands of professionals working together to improve lives through behavioral healthcare, special education, and community-based services. As a trusted nonprofit serving our communities since 1853, we’re committed not only to the people we serve, but also to the employees who make it all possible. Together, we’re making a lasting difference every day.

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Impact in Every Role

Across care settings and specialties, you can define what growth looks like for you and build your place here.

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Nursing

Psychiatric nurses provide support through life’s most challenging moments. We welcome new graduate RNs and experienced nurses from all clinical backgrounds.

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Direct Care

Working alongside clients and their care teams, these roles remove barriers to accessing care and building daily stability and well-being.

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Sheppard Pratt faith-based services team member.

Licensed Providers

Collaborate across the organization to tailor individualized treatment, drawing on a wide range of specialties and care settings to deliver better care.

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Schools

Our special education schools across Maryland are fueled by a team of passionate professionals who work together to change lives every day.

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Support Services

Provide cross-functional support that ensures safe and clean environments, reliable operations, and essential daily services.

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Sheppard Pratt outpatient mental health center team members.

Business Operations

Power compassionate care and advance our mission by enabling the systems, teams, and processes that make it possible.

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Hear From Our Team

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Latonya Shedrick
"It's amazing seeing my patients get better and move on to the next chapter. It's a hard, hard world. That's why I take care of people. This job - coming here is what keeps my mental health going."
Latonya Shedrick
Lead Mental Health Worker, Inpatient Hospital
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Jessie Stephen, MD
"At Sheppard Pratt, I can collaborate with so many disciplines that are truly the 'cogs' needed to move the wheel forward. It's so easy to tailor the best treatment for every person because we have access to such a wide variety of specialties, all within Sheppard Pratt."
Jessie Stephen, MD
Medical Director, Outpatient Mental Health Center in Frederick
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Susan Cromwell
"Someone who is empathetic, consistent, and brings strong customer service skills will thrive at Sheppard Pratt. The work can be challenging, but we make a point to focus on our wins. Some days they may be small, but centering on them helps the team stay grounded on why we're here."
Susan Cromwell
Senior Director, Intensive and Specialty Services
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Michael Fleming
"I started at Sheppard Pratt because I needed a better job, but I knew right away that this was the right work for me and would become my career. I'm here for the students; but seeing others within the organization recognize my value means a lot to me."
Michael Fleming
Assistant Behavior Specialist, Sheppard Pratt School in Glyndon
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Wilma Maye-Eady, RN
"I love working in mental health. It's important we understand that mental health is serious business. People are suffering in so many ways and they need support."
Wilma Maye-Eady, RN
Unit Manager, Inpatient Unit
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Michael Young, MD
"I'm hoping to stay with Sheppard Pratt for a very long time. I've had family members, friends, and neighbors receive care here-being part of a system that has helped my own community is special."
Michael Young, MD
Medical Director, The Retreat by Sheppard Pratt
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Natalie Crabbs Mollett
"Our team members care about one another so much-there's incredible support from the top down. And our students' personalities are amazing; seeing them come here and be successful is so moving and incredible."
Natalie Crabbs Mollett
High School Principal, Sheppard Pratt School in Glyndon

Built to Support Your Well-Being

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Medical, Dental & Vision

We provide robust coverage options, including a program that can significantly reduce or eliminate out-of-pocket medical costs when alternate coverage is available.

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Retirement Planning

Retirement savings and employer matching through Fidelity Investments, with 100% vesting from day one, plus financial wellness tools and education to support your future.

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Tuition Assistance & Education

Eligible employees receive an annual tuition assistance benefit, plus access to partnerships with local colleges and universities to help reduce the cost of advanced degrees and education.

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Wellness & Support (EAP)

Access free, confidential 24/7/365 support for mental health counseling, legal assistance, financial advisement, and childcare resources.

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Continuous Learning

Take advantage of free continuing education courses and an internal virtual learning platform with on-demand training.

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Flexibility & Time Off

Enjoy flexible scheduling options based on role needs, and leave options that support major life moments.

A Legacy of Compassionate Care

Our commitment to care extends across our hospitals, schools, residential programs, outpatient services, and more. Together, we’re creating access, connection, and hope at scale—and inviting you to be part of what comes next.

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