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Eating Recovery Center

Milieu Coordinator - PRN

Eating Recovery Center, Northbrook, Illinois, us, 60065

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Who we are ERC Pathlight is an innovative, rapidly growing clinical leader in the behavioral health sector. Founded in 2008 by pre-eminent psychiatrists and psychologists in the eating disorder space, ERC Pathlight now treats over 6,000 patients per year, operates more than 30 facilities in 9 states and delivers tele-healthcare to patients nationally. We offer the most comprehensive treatment program in the country for patients who struggle with eating disorders, mood and anxiety and trauma-related disorders.

How you’ll serve our patients As a Milieu Coordinator at ERC Pathlight, you will be part of the team that delivers hands‑on treatment, group therapy sessions and/or support to our patients in one of our many centers around the nation. Our Program Therapists facilitate therapeutic groups based on the core curriculum. The Milieu Coordinator offers milieu support, de‑escalation and behavior coaching to patients in IP/Res and PHP programs. You will build on your education in this therapist‑in‑training role.

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You Will Serve Patients Daily in a Multitude of Ways

Facilitates curriculum‑based therapeutic groups

Cross‑train across the levels of care within your program

Milieu Management

De‑escalation and crisis management

Bathroom monitoring/flush checks

Behavior coaching

Conducts self‑harm and suicide safety checks

Supports morning routine in IP/Res programs

Collect weights, vitals and urine in some settings

Documentation of groups, meals, patient check‑ins, and observations

Milieu Coordinator I Must haves

Bachelor's degree required

6 months of behavioral health experience required

Understanding of de‑escalation techniques and ACT/DBT skills training

Knowledge and application of Trauma Informed Care

Milieu Coordinator II Must haves

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree preferred (in Mental Health or related field)

Clinical associate/intern license strongly preferred

18+ months behavioral health experience required (waived with relevant Master's degree)

1 year+ experience with group curriculum, facilitation and therapeutic milieu skills preferred

Understanding of de‑escalation techniques and ACT/DBT skills training

Knowledge and application of Trauma Informed Care

Demonstrates knowledge of the variety of ways clients express stress reactions both behaviorally (e.g., avoidance, aggression, passivity) and psychologically/emotionally (e.g., hyperarousal, avoidance, intrusive memories)

How we invest in you Every role at ERC Pathlight is essential to delivering the high‑quality care we promise to our patients. From day one, we’re here to support your role by offering ongoing training and continuing education opportunities as well as support to achieve internal growth.

What we offer We understand the mental wellness of our teams and provide comprehensive benefit plans, generous paid time off, 401(k) with company match and tuition reimbursement. Competitive pay, comprehensive benefit plans, generous paid time off, 401(k) with company match and tuition reimbursement.

To apply, please visit our website at: https://eatingrecoverycenter.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-openings.php?search=true

Compensation starting range for the Milieu Coordinator role is $24.00–$30.00 hourly. Ranges are based upon market expectations and are dependent upon candidate experience and education.

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