Milieu Therapist Non-Licensed

Join Newport Healthcare: Transform Lives Through Meaningful Work!

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career in psychiatric healthcare? At Newport Healthcare, we are passionate about delivering exceptional mental health services to individuals in need. Our comprehensive approach covers the entire spectrum of care, creating a wealth of diverse roles for those who aspire to make a real impact. We believe in nurturing talent and fostering professional growth in a supportive environment. Here, you won't just find a job-you'll discover a fulfilling career path in the mental health field.

If you're eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization and help change lives for the better, we invite you to join our dedicated team at Newport Healthcare. Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve!

The Milieu Therapist plays a crucial role in providing therapeutic support within a clinical setting. Under the supervision of the Clinical Director, the Milieu Therapist is responsible for conducting assessments, managing crises, facilitating therapeutic groups, and providing individual sessions as needed. This position requires a compassionate approach, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with a treatment team to ensure the well-being of clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Conduct Assessments:

   • Perform initial risk assessments for new admissions and conduct re-assessments as necessary to monitor client progress and needs.

2. Crisis Management:

   • De-escalate crises within the milieu by utilizing effective crisis management techniques.
   • Collaborate with external resources, such as on-call support, to ensure client safety and stability.

3. Peer Interaction:

   • Address and mediate peer issues within the community to foster a supportive and therapeutic environment.

4. Communication:

   • Maintain open communication with each resident's treatment team to ensure continuity of care and effective treatment planning.

5. Individual Support:

   • Meet with clients who are at risk or struggling, providing immediate support and intervention as needed.

6. Group Facilitation:

   • Facilitate clinical groups, encouraging participation and engagement among residents to promote therapeutic growth.

7. Program Development:

   • Collaborate with the Program Director and/or Clinical Director on program development initiatives, including scheduling and coordinating evening services for the clinical program.

8. Documentation:

   • Ensure the timely completion of all clinical documentation, including assessments, progress notes, and group notes, in accordance with organizational policies.

9. Therapist Coverage:

   • In the absence of a therapist, provide individual and group therapy sessions to maintain continuity of care for clients.

10. Supervision and Training:

    • Attend weekly clinical supervision sessions to discuss cases, receive feedback, and enhance clinical skills.
    • Participate in ongoing training and professional development as required.

• Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field from an accredited or state approved graduate school required.
• Board registered (APCC, LAPC, ASW, AMFT, MHCA) in the state in which services are provided required.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience with adolescents or young adults in a mental health or substance abuse setting required.

Join Us:

Join our vibrant team at Newport Healthcare, where your passion for helping adolescents and young adults can truly shine! If you're looking for a rewarding role that combines creativity, compassion, and collaboration, this is the place for you!

We are excited to hear about your interest in this opportunity! If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please feel free to contact me directly via email at Lark.tate@newporthealthcare.com or by phone at (949)605-8760. If you need further support, you are also welcome to reach out to our careers and management team at careers@newporthealthcare.com.

Newport Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Newport Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Newport Healthcare is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process please email accommodations@newportacademy.com for assistance.

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