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UPMC Milieu Therapist in Seneca, Pennsylvania

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others?

Do you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment?

We are seeking a dedicated & compassionate Milieu Therapist to join our team!

UPMC Northwest Hospital

Seneca, PA

Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit

Full Time (40hours / week)

Shift: Variable:

(typically, days & evenings and alternating weekends & holidays)

As a Milieu Therapist I, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality patient care. You'll engage in therapeutic activities with individuals and groups, fostering a positive & healing environment. Your contributions will be vital in helping our patients achieve their wellness goals.

Responsibilities:

· Maintain competency requirements.

· Facilitate or co-facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic activity groups effectively.

· Encourage or assist patients in performing activities of daily living.

· Accompany patients to out-of-building activities and appointments.

· Document in the medical record according to established policies.

· Manage crisis situations effectively using positive approaches.

· Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.

· Provide clinical interventions based on client needs.

· Coordinate patient groups and activities.

· Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and other activities.

· Perform assigned work in a timely and productive manner.

· Complete one-on-one meetings with assigned patients to assess their current status.

· Conduct patient observations as ordered, following all guidelines.

  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Services (Social Work, Psychology, Counseling) or a related field with at least 12 credits in Human Services from an accredited institution.

  • Preferred: Mental Health experience and relevant experience with therapeutic and leisure-oriented activities.

  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

  • Physical capability to provide direct care to behavioral health patients, including lifting, supporting, and responding to emergency situations.

  • May work in rooms where medications are stored, but no direct contact with medications is allowed. May be required to distribute medications to the nurse at the bedside.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Act 33 & 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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