Milieu Specialist

Freeman

4d•$18 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Milieu Specialist position functions as a leader in providing de-escalation and support strategies to prevent the use of seclusion and restraint. The Milieu Specialist position also provides effective emergency response in the event of imminent danger in order to maintain safety and security.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Active and valid Food Handler's Certification required.
Minimum of two (2) years of behavioral health experience, crisis environment preferred.
Basic computer skills.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to work various shifts.
Must be able to pass de-escalation training, as defined by state requirements.
Must be 18 years or older
Must be able to pass a seven-year background check.
Must be able to pass substance abuse testing and/or tuberculous testing (if applicable).
Must be able to pass education verification check.
Must be able to obtain designated fingerprinting clearance in applicable states.
Must be able to pass three-year motor vehicle report and meet minimum eligibility requirements criteria of insurance carrier (if driving is required for this position).
A Direct Service Competency Checklist must be completed as part of the new hire onboarding process.

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of Peer Employment Training preferred.
Security or law enforcement experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides a No-Force-First recovery environment.
Conducts ongoing observation of individuals for the purpose of reporting any significant changes.
Assists in developing natural supports and community living by collaborating with each guest to strengthen valued roles (friend, spouse, employee, student, etc.) so a greater sense of identity is established.
Assists with food preparation, serving and clean up, as needed.
Assists individuals with shower and clean-up.
Performs room safety checks, insuring that individuals are safe from potentially dangerous objects and that the rooms are clean.
Responds quickly to critical situations that may require Restrictive Interventions.
Completes clinical documentation as required.
Keeps abreast of all federal and state regulations and laws and all Recovery Innovations policies and procedures as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
Understands and adheres to Recovery Innovations compliance standards as they appear in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policies.
Assists with admissions, discharges and transfers of individuals.
Performs other related duties as assigned.