Milieu Specialist

About the role

Recovery Innovations’ mission is to empower people on their journey to recovery, helping them achieve their goals, rediscover meaning and purpose, and reconnect with themselves and their communities. The vision is to revolutionize healthcare by pioneering innovative solutions that go beyond behavioral health, empowering people to thrive where they live, work, and play. The Milieu Specialist position is a full‑time, non‑exempt, temporary assignment (up to 12 weeks) at the Crisis – Franklin County Crisis Care Center in Columbus, OH.

Responsibilities

• Guest Care & Advocacy: Provide a No‑Force‑First recovery environment; conduct ongoing observation of individuals and report significant changes; assist guests in developing natural supports and community living roles; help with food preparation, serving, clean‑up, showering, and personal hygiene; perform room safety checks to ensure removal of dangerous objects and maintain cleanliness.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Respond quickly to critical situations that may require restrictive interventions; complete required clinical documentation; stay current with federal, state, and Recovery Innovations policies and regulations; adhere to the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest policies.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers of individuals.
• Additional Duties: Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education / Licenses:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
• Successful completion of Peer Employment Training (preferred).
• Active and valid Food Handler’s Certification (required).

Experience:

• Security or law‑enforcement experience (preferred).
• Minimum of two (2) years of behavioral health experience, preferably in a crisis environment.

Skills:

• Basic computer skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work various shifts.
• Must be able to pass state‑required de‑escalation training.

Driving Requirements:

• If driving is required, must meet all requirements outlined in Recovery Innovations’ driving policy.
• If not qualified to drive, a Non‑Driver Attestation form must be signed.

Miscellaneous Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older (21 years for Arizona licensure, 24 years for Louisiana licensure).
• Travel may be required based on business need.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality (HIPAA) and professionalism.
• Second‑Chance Employer – criminal histories considered per legal requirements.
• Pass a seven‑year background check, substance‑abuse and/or tuberculosis testing (if applicable), education verification, fingerprint clearance, and a three‑year motor vehicle report (if driving is required).
• Complete a Direct Service Competency Checklist during onboarding.
• Physical demands may include frequent sitting, standing, walking, handling, and lifting up to 50 lb; work may involve contact with agitated or confused individuals and travel throughout the region.

Pay

$24.00 per hour

Schedule

Rotating schedule (every other weekend off) – Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM