Milieu Counselor - Pediatric Psychiatric Development - Full time, D/E

Location: CHA Somerville Campus

About the Role

The Milieu Counselor is a member of the multidisciplinary team who, under the supervision of a registered nurse, is responsible for a safe and structured service as well as attending to the individual needs of patients in crisis in an inpatient psychiatric setting. The role assists with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), leads or co-leads groups, performs safety checks, conducts 1:1 meetings with patients, and accurately charts patients' blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, and weight. Notifies RN of any changes in vital signs. Accurately measures and documents patient's intake and output. Assists patients in following through with ADLs, maintaining nutritional and hydration needs, and monitoring the patient’s needs and other tasks as assigned by the charge RN.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Lead or co-lead therapeutic groups
• Perform safety checks
• Conduct 1:1 meetings with patients
• Accurately chart patients' blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, and weight
• Notify RN of any changes in vital signs
• Measure and document patient's intake and output
• Assist patients in maintaining nutritional and hydration needs
• Monitor and address patient needs as assigned by the charge RN

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; B.A., B.S., or M.A. preferred or equivalent years of human service experience
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Prior human services, behavioral, or psychiatric experience strongly preferred
• Inpatient psychiatric experience is preferred

All newly hired candidates must successfully complete a job-specific physical test.

Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• 8-hour shifts, days and evenings: 7am-3:30pm and 3pm-11:30pm
• Every other weekend rotation and holidays as assigned

Pay

CHA is offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus for all Milieu Counselor positions that are 32-40 hours per week. Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed pay range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Benefits

CHA prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits, and professional development opportunities for employees. As a vibrant, innovative health system, CHA is committed to providing essential services and improving health and experience for patients while fostering a supportive and equitable workplace.