Milieu Therapist I - Behavioral Health, Full-Time

UPMC; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Northwest is seeking a Milieu Therapist to join our Behavioral Health Team on a full-time basis. The role focuses on delivering therapeutic activities to patients, working within a multidisciplinary team, and contributing to a safe, supportive environment for individuals with various mental health diagnoses.

Candidates should be able to work different shifts and rotating weekends/holidays, participate in interdisciplinary rounds, and document patient progress according to policy.

Qualifications

• Experience with therapeutic activities and patient engagement.
• Ability to work with diverse patient populations in behavioral health.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering therapeutic activities as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and manage crises using positive approaches.
• Coordinate patient groups and activities; observe and document progress.
• Conduct 1:1 meetings and support daily living activities as needed.
• Document in Medical Records according to policy and guidance.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and communicate with staff.

Job description

UPMC Northwest is seeking a Milieu Therapist to join our Behavioral Health Team on a full-time basis. The role focuses on delivering therapeutic activities to patients, working within a multidisciplinary team, and contributing to a safe, supportive environment for individuals with various mental health diagnoses.

Candidates should be able to work different shifts and rotating weekends/holidays, participate in interdisciplinary rounds, and document patient progress according to policy.