Milieu Therapist I

UPMC•Cranberry Township, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the dedicated care team at UPMC Northwest as a Milieu Therapist I, where you’ll actively engage patients in therapeutic activities, support recovery for individuals and groups, and help maintain a safe, structured healing environment. Apply today to be part of a collaborative team making a meaningful difference every day.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Counseling) required; other degrees considered with at least 12 Human Services credits
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to provide direct physical care to unpredictable behavioral health patients, including lifting, supporting, and moving equipment
Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC) certification required within 60 days of hire or transfer
Act 34 clearance required

Nice To Haves

Mental health experience and group/individual therapeutic activity experience preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate and lead patient groups and activities
Facilitate or co-facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic activity groups
Document care accurately in the medical record per established policies
Complete patient observations as ordered, following all guidelines
Encourage and assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs)
Complete 1:1 meetings with assigned patients to assess current status
Provide clinical interventions based on individual patient needs
Manage crisis situations using positive, therapeutic approaches
Demonstrate effective milieu management to promote a safe and positive patient experience
Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment
Accompany patients to off-unit activities and appointments
Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and maintain ongoing communication with appropriate staff
Perform assigned work in a timely and productive manner