Job Description

The

Milieu Therapist

functions in assisting patients in meeting their bio-psycho-social needs. These include enabling the patient, through therapeutic treatment skills, to achieve their optimal level of emotional health. Services provided are basic consultation, teaching, specialized clinical services for patients/families receiving care, crisis intervention, short-term family therapy, and providing information and referrals as needed.


In addition, the

Milieu Therapist

is responsible for managing the treatment activities offered to the patient including: treatment planning; interfacing with the physician led treatment team; and provision of psychotherapeutic groups and activities to patients and their families. The

Milieu Therapist

provides clinical consultation and support to unit milieu staff to implement best practices in clinical intervention.

Pay Range: $40/hour to $45/hour based on experience.

Comprehensive benefits, such as

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Challenging and rewarding work environment Tuition Assistance Career development opportunities HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan

Qualifications

Education

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Master's degree from an accredited college or university in social work, mental health or a related field required.

Experience

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One year direct clinical experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting and experience in patient assessment, family motivation, treatment planning and communication with external review organizations or comparable entities is required.

Licensure

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Registered and in good standing with the BBS or active license Issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, or other applicable license, is preferred. LCSW, MFT, or Licensed Psychologist is preferred.

Additional Requirements:

Must successfully complete the Fremont Hospital's non- violent Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training course within 90 days of employment and prior to assisting with preventative intervention measures. CPR Certification must be current and presented to Human Resources upon hire. * May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.