Milieu Therapist - Human Services Coordinator I

Milieu Therapist - Human Services Coordinator I

The Lemuel Shattuck Hospital (LSH) is seeking a dynamic individual for our Behavior Health team. The Milieu Therapist will create activities and milieu structure by running groups, modeling interpersonal behaviors with patients and peers and participating in the implementation and communication of individual treatment/behavioral plans for the young adult, middle age, and the geriatric patient(s). Take an active part in milieu management by being visible on the unit, working one on one and in various groups. This team works under the Outpatient and Substance Abuse division of the hospital. Schedule: Monday-Friday 8-4:30PM with Saturday & Sunday off.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitoring individual treatment and behavioral plans
• Maintaining treatment records and reports
• Assessing and recommending psychosocial/behavioral interventions
• Leading and documenting group activities
• Facilitating recreational programs
• Providing crisis intervention using least restrictive measures
• Participating in treatment planning and team meetings
• Assisting with patient financial management
• Supporting unit activities and special events

Required Qualifications:

• Experience with treatment plans, group dynamics, and expressive group work
• Skilled in behavioral crisis intervention and patient engagement
• Strong interpersonal skills; serves as a role model for patients and staff
• Proficient in designing and documenting treatment/behavioral plans
• Knowledge of psychosocial and psychiatric disorders, counseling techniques, and motivation strategies
• Ability to assess cases, document medical records, and provide effective presentations
• Capable of making quick decisions, maintaining composure in crises, and handling confidential information with discretion

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with basic computer programs
• Experience in substance abuse therapy
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills
• Ability to interact tactfully and professionally with others

About the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital:

Lemuel Shattuck Hospital is a fully Joint Commission accredited teaching facility that provides acute, subacute, and ambulatory care to patients referred by public agencies and private sector providers. Shattuck Hospital's services help economically and socially disadvantaged patients to get high quality, cost-effective care from a staff that respects their dignity.

Located in the heart of Boston's Jamaica Plain neighborhood, the Shattuck Hospital includes 248 inpatient beds including 95 Psychiatric beds and 29 Correctional Health beds. In addition, the Shattuck has a full outpatient clinic with many specialties that offers treatment to patients of the Department of Mental Health as well as Department of Correction and House of Correction inmates and community patients. The Shattuck hospital is on the forefront of substance use disorder treatment including a Suboxone clinic serving 200 patients. In addition to direct medical services LSH hosts and supports an array of services located on the campus, serving patients struggling with addictions and homelessness.

Pre-Hire Process:

• A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired.
• Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate's years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.