Milieu Therapist- Neurodevelopmental Unit

luriechildrens; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

PTO and holidays

403(b) with employer match

Parental Leave

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is seeking a Clinician to provide direct patient care within a therapeutic milieu, focusing on behavior modification, social skills development, and coping strategies for children.

You will participate in group and individual activities, implement care plans, and document progress in medical records. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least one year of mental health experience; strong knowledge of child development and signs of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in psychology, nursing, social services or other related fields.
• Minimum of one year of direct experience in a mental health setting, paid or unpaid, preferred.
• Must have strong knowledge of basic child care and development, mental disorders affecting children, signs of physical abuse/neglect, appropriate adult conduct towards normal and disturbed children.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care in a therapeutic environment focusing on areas of behavior modification, improved social skills, more effective coping skills, etc.
• Completes duties assigned by Charge Nurse, Clinical Managers/ Manager of Clinical Services and/or Unit Director.
• Leads and co-leads milieu activities per program.
• Actively sets and communicates age/developmentally appropriate individual goals, expectations and behavioral limits within the parameters of the program.
• Implements plans of care and individual behavior programs initiated by team.
• Assists in group therapy, recreational therapy, classroom and other activities as assigned.
• Maintains safety in the milieu, utilizing prevention and de-escalation CCM techniques.
• Independently performs unit specific procedures, protocols and precautions.
• Intervenes in anticipated emergency situations and knows emergency protocols.
• Communicates changes in health or behavior to appropriate staff (nurse, primary therapist, physician, etc.).
• Documents patient status and progress in patient's Medical Record as per program guidelines.

Skills

Direct patient care

Behavior management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Location

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Job Description

Clinician

• Provides direct patient care in a therapeutic environment focusing on areas of behavior modification, improved social skills, more effective coping skills, etc.
• Completes duties assigned by Charge Nurse, Clinical Managers/ Manager of Clinical Services and/or Unit Director.
• Leads and co-leads milieu activities per program.
• Actively sets and communicates age/developmentally appropriate individual goals, expectations and behavioral limits within the parameters of the program.
• Implements plans of care and individual behavior programs initiated by team.
• Assists in group therapy, recreational therapy, classroom and other activities as assigned.
• Maintains safety in the milieu, utilizing prevention and de-escalation CCM techniques.
• Independently performs unit specific procedures, protocols and precautions.
• Intervenes in anticipated emergency situations and knows emergency protocols.
• Communicates changes in health or behavior to appropriate staff (nurse, primary therapist, physician, etc.).
• Documents patient status and progress in patient's Medical Record as per program guidelines.

Team Membership

• Supports clinical operations and decisions related to treatment plans.
• Responds to environmental concerns (maintenance/cleanliness) of the area.
• Participates in staff meetings as scheduled.
• Adheres to scheduling requirements.

Professional Development.

Maintains mandatory yearly reviews. Appropriately seeks out supervision to function in professional role. Assumes responsibility for professional development through participation in continuing educational events, conferences, group supervision and in-services, etc.

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Pay Range

Pay Range $22.25-$36.38 Hourly

Benefit Statement

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
• 403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children's facilities
• Discount purchasing program

There's a Place for You with Us

At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and its affilia

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Bachelor's degree required in psychology, nursing, social services or other related fields. Minimum of one year of direct experience in a mental health setting, paid or unpaid, preferred. Must have strong knowledge of basic child care and development, mental disorders affecting children, signs of physical abuse/neglect, appropriate adult conduct towards normal and disturbed children, etc. Special physical requirements: sits and stands throughout the day. Physical management of patients in crisis situation may be necessary.