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Milieu Counselor/Clinician

PrairieCare
Bethlehem, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 6/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/3/2026
Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Clinical Operations Manager, the Milieu Counselor is responsible for managing the milieu through client engagement and crisis intervention, as well as facilitating groups and activities as needed. The Milieu Counselor specifically addresses patients in need of immediate or emergent services.

Key Performance Responsibilities

  • Engage with patients who are struggling or at risk of harm.
  • Support the direct care team in addressing patient issues within the community.
  • Model appropriate engagement and intervention strategies for direct care staff and in accordance with Newport’s philosophy and treatment model.
  • De-escalate struggling patients in the community with an understanding of crisis management techniques to reduce overall incidents and need for manual holds.
  • Understand the appropriate use of on-call support as needed.
  • Facilitate groups and activities as scheduled and as needed.
  • Work with the clinical and program leadership to coordinate evening and weekend treatment services.
  • Communicate with patient’s treatment team to ensure continuity of care.
  • Complete screening and assessment tools upon meeting criteria or completion of training.
  • Be responsible for the timely completion of clinical documentation (progress and group notes).
  • Attend weekly clinical supervision and treatment team meetings.
  • Attend training as assigned and when needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Education, Experience, License Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in human services, counseling, psychology or related clinical field required.
  • Enrolled in a master’s program in counseling, social work, or family therapy preferred.
  • Licensed as a Therapeutic Recreational Therapist required, if not enrolled in a master’s program.
  • Minimum two (2) years of experience with adolescents or young adults in a mental health or substance abuse setting required.

Newport Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Newport Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Newport Healthcare is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process please email accommodations@newportacademy.com for assistance.

For more information on Equal Opportunity, please click here Equal Employment Opportunity Posters

About Us

Join Newport Healthcare: Transform Lives Through Meaningful Work!

Looking for a rewarding career in mental health? At Newport Healthcare, you’ll discover a fulfilling career path and be part of a collaborative team that’s changing lives for the better.

Our network of treatment programs includes residential and outpatient locations nationwide, as well as inpatient hospitalization and clinic services through our PrairieCare division in Minnesota. Every employee at Newport makes an impact in our clients’ healing journeys.

If you're looking to grow professionally in a supportive environment, we invite you to explore opportunities to join our dedicated team. Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve!

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