Milieu Specialist

Change Lives With Recovery Innovations! Our Mission is to empower people on their journey to recovery, helping them achieve their goals, rediscover meaning and purpose in life, and reconnect with themselves and their communities. Our Vision is to revolutionize healthcare by pioneering innovative solutions that go beyond behavioral health, empowering people to thrive in the communities where they live, work, and play. Join a groundbreaking team at the forefront of Peer-Powered Support , empowering individuals on their journey through mental health and substance use challenges! Be part of something bigger-together, we can change lives and create lasting hope!

Position : Milieu Specialist

Job Type : Pool / Non-Exempt

Shift Details : POOL : Shift Days As Needed - Shift Hours As Needed- 7 : 00 AM - 7 : 30 PM OR 7 : 00 PM - 7 : 30 AM

Work Location : Crisis - Bridge Center For Hope; Baton Rouge, LA

Salary / Hourly Wage : $19.00 - $20.00 / hour

Specialties / Licenses or Certifications :

Summary of Job : 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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Guest Care & Advocacy :

Provides a No-Force-First recovery environment.

Responds quickly to critical situations that may require Restrictive Interventions.

Assists with admissions, discharges and transfers of individuals.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Security or law enforcement experience preferred.

Basic computer skills.

If driving is required for this position, must meet all requirements outlined in Recovery Innovations driving policy.

Must be 18 years or older

Must be able to pass a seven-year background check.

A Direct Service Competency Checklist must be completed as part of the new hire onboarding process.

Physical Demands :

May include work close to the eyes and substantial motions of the wrist, hands, and / or fingers. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, handling, finger dexterity; eye-hand-foot coordination, use of corrected vision; color vision; use of auditory senses. May be required to lift up to fifty (50) pounds.

Work Environment

May work in an office environment or behavioral health facility. May have contact with individuals who are agitated and / or confused. Work may include travel throughout the geographic region.

ADDENDUM - Arizona

Education

Licensure

Certification

Misc. Requirement

Must be 21 years or older.

Required to attend court hearings when listed as a witness on a petition.

ADDENDUM - Louisiana

Education

Licensure

Certification

Misc. Requirement

Must be 24 years or older.

ADDENDUM - Washington

Education

Licensure

Certification

Additional specified state registration for Registered Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC)

Misc. Requirement

Recovery Innovations is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. Our hiring practices are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We strive to create a workplace where every employee feels valued and respected.

Recovery Innovations is a second chance employer and we evaluate all qualified applicants fairly, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with legal and funder requirements. If you need assistance and / or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.

Benefits / perks listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Recovery Innovations.

The wage range for this role considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Recovery Innovations compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Pay Range : $19 - $20 per hour