Milieu Coordinator- PRN Shift

Eating Recovery Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,585 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefit plans

Generous paid time off

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading behavioral health organization is seeking a Milieu Coordinator in Chicago to facilitate therapeutic groups, manage crisis situations, and provide patient support. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and behavioral health experience. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $20.75 to $29.00 per hour, comprehensive benefits, and is pivotal in providing support to patients with eating disorders and related conditions.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of behavioral health experience required.
• Understanding of de-escalation techniques and ACT/DBT skills training.
• Demonstrated knowledge of stress reactions expressed behaviorally and psychologically.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate curriculum-based therapeutic groups.
• Manage milieu support, including de-escalation and crisis management.
• Conduct bathroom monitoring and flush checks.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

De-escalation techniques

ACT/DBT skills training

Trauma-Informed Care

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree in Mental Health or related field

Job description

About ERC Pathlight

ERC Pathlight is an innovative, rapidly growing clinical leader in the behavioral health sector. Founded in 2008 by pre‑eminent psychiatrists and psychologists in the eating disorder space, we treat over 6,000 patients per year, operate more than 30 facilities in 9 states, and deliver tele‑healthcare to patients nationally. We offer the most comprehensive treatment program in the country for patients who struggle with eating disorders, mood and anxiety, and trauma‑related disorders.

What We Are Looking For

As a Milieu Coordinator (Program Therapist) you will be part of a team that delivers hands‑on treatment, group therapy sessions, and support to patients across our nationwide centers. Your role will focus on facilitating therapeutic groups, providing milieu support, de‑escalation, and behavior coaching within IP/Res and PHP programs.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate curriculum‑based therapeutic groups
• Cross‑train across the levels of care within your program
• Manage milieu support, including de‑escalation and crisis management
• Conduct bathroom monitoring and flush checks
• Provide behavior coaching and conduct self‑harm and suicide safety checks
• Support morning routines in IP/Res programs
• Collect weights, vitals, and urine in some settings
• Document groups, meals, patient check‑ins, and observations

Qualifications

Milieu Coordinator I

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 6 months of behavioral health experience required
• Understanding of de‑escalation techniques and ACT/DBT skills training
• Knowledge and application of Trauma‑Informed Care

Milieu Coordinator II

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Master’s degree preferred in Mental Health or related field
• Clinical associate/intern license strongly preferred
• 18+ months behavioral health experience required (waived with relevant Master’s degree)
• 1 year+ experience with group curriculum, facilitation, and therapeutic milieu skills preferred
• Understanding of de‑escalation techniques and ACT/DBT skills training
• Knowledge and application of Trauma‑Informed Care
• Demonstrated knowledge of stress reactions expressed both behaviorally and psychologically/emotionally

Benefits

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefit plans, generous paid time off, 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement.

Compensation

Compensation for the Milieu Coordinator role ranges from $20.75 to $29.00 an hour, based on market expectations and candidate experience.

How to Apply

To apply, visit our website: https://eatingrecoverycenter.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-openings.php?search=true