Milieu Counselor

SAL1

Full-time:
JOB SUMMARY::
The Milieu Counselor position is responsible for therapeutically participating with resident actions in the community in order to engage patients in treatment and daily behavior management. Provides physical, emotional, and protective care for residents consistent with treatment and behavior planning in both structured and unstructured resident activities/settings.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Client services and skill Training
• Demonstrate an attitude of acceptance of diversity with staff and Residents.
• Attend, participates, and communicates with IDT team and other team meetings regarding resident interactions, observations, and changes in resident status.
• Facilitates, assists and provides support with assigned resident supports/activities (e.g. resident admissions/discharges, group facilitation, safety checks, resident orientations, meals, laundry, nursing care, mail distribution, meetings on the unit, etc.).
• Escorts residents to off-site meetings or appointments as needed.
• Assures appropriate documentation in resident record for important behavioral observations/interactions related to successful progress in behavior management. Documents in resident chart significant issues for smooth transition between shifts.
• Assists in the development of and implementation of behavioral plans and contracts.
• Works effectively with outside providers to ensure cooperative and supportive working relations and coordination of client services, as needed.
• Tracks individual behavior plan progress, as needed.
• Maintains a professional demeanor in the midst of verbal or physical aggression.

REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science field or Associates degree with two years experience working with elderly and/or residents with behaviors in a therapeutic setting.