Milieu Counselor: Safe, Supportive Recovery Environment

Arms Acres; Carmel Hills (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Arms Acres in Carmel, NY, an inpatient facility, seeks a dependable Milieu Counselor to maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for patients in recovery from substance use disorders.

The role supports admissions, documents patient behavior, and promotes safety and engagement under clinical supervision. Day/evening/night shifts are offered, with a focus on round-the-clock patient wellbeing and coordinated care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months of experience in a direct client or patient environment preferred.
• One to three months of related experience and/or training as listed in the original job description.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for patients during the assigned shift.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with patients, visitors, and facility staff while protecting confidentiality.
• Observe patient behavior and document observations in charts or logs per facility procedures.
• Report behavioral changes, concerns, crises, and safety issues to the supervisor following instructions.
• Conduct patient room checks, verify headcounts, assess room conditions, and complete documentation.
• Assist with patient admissions including searches and unit orientation.
• Facilitate educational, spirituality, and other group sessions per guidelines.
• Provide crisis intervention support and emergency assistance as directed.
• Accompany patients during meals and monitor meal lines during shifts.
• Provide administrative support to Case Managers, including calls and escorts.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Arms Acres in Carmel, NY, an inpatient facility, seeks a dependable Milieu Counselor to maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for patients in recovery from substance use disorders.

The role supports admissions, documents patient behavior, and promotes safety and engagement under clinical supervision. Day/evening/night shifts are offered, with a focus on round-the-clock patient wellbeing and coordinated care.