Milieu Specialist – Outpatient Services Position Available In Cobb, Georgia

Milieu Specialist – Outpatient Services Ridgeview Institute Smyrna – 2.8 Smyrna, GA Job Details Full-time $18 – $20 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Free parking Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications LCPC Behavior management CPR Certification Master of Social Work Doctor of Psychology Management Inpatient Doctoral degree CPI Certification RN License Licensed Clinical Social Worker LPC Master’s degree Supervising experience Education Bachelor’s degree First Aid Certification Doctor of Education Master of Public Administration LPN Social Work Licensed Psychologist Credentials Senior level Leadership Full Job Description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A MILIEU SPECIALIST!

Schedule:

Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 7 pm Your Work Matters How will you make a difference? As a Milieu Specialist at Ridgeview Institute – Smyrna, you’ll play a key role in shaping a therapeutic environment that promotes patient recovery, stabilization, and reintegration into the community. Working closely with the Director of Clinical Services in Outpatient Services, you’ll lead a team of Mental Health Technicians, ensuring that evidence-based practices are seamlessly implemented to provide high-quality care. Your contributions will directly support patients’ journeys toward health and healing in a dynamic and collaborative setting. Lead with

Impact:

Supervise the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans, guiding staff to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care that promotes patient recovery.

Engage Patients:

Facilitate expressive therapy groups and encourage active participation in therapeutic activities, helping patients stabilize and move toward reintegration.

Ensure Excellence:

Oversee compliance with treatment protocols, accrediting standards, and licensing requirements, maintaining a high level of care throughout the therapeutic environment.

Drive Improvement:

Regularly assess program effectiveness, stay current on clinical trends, and recommend enhancements to maintain excellence in patient care.

Collaborate and Build Relationships:

Foster open communication between clinicians, psychiatrists, nurses, and external evaluators, creating a cohesive and supportive team environment.

Mentor and Lead:

Supervise and develop Mental Health Technicians, providing leadership in hiring, training, mentoring, and performance evaluations.

Promote Safety and Stability:

Ensure the therapeutic milieu is safe and supportive, using proactive interventions to reduce restraints and prevent incidents through positive behavior management techniques. Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for:

Education & Licensure:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in psychology, social work, counseling, education, or medicine. Licensure or licensure eligibility is preferred for roles such as Clinical Psychologist, Social Worker, Counselor, Nurse, or Psychiatrist (e.g., MSW, LPC, LCSW, LCPC, Psy.

D., Ed.

D., RN, LPN

).

Experience:

At least five years of full-time experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting or equivalent is preferred, as is at least one year of supervisory experience.

Additional Skill Requirement s:

CPR/First Aid and CPI Trained and certified. May be required to work flexible hours and overtime. Must be able to meet our

COVID-19

vaccination requirements. Must possess knowledge of milieu management, group dynamics, individual and family treatment, and biological aspects of psychological illness; demonstrated leadership ability and skills. Must be able to physically respond to psychiatric emergent situations and function as a team member. Your Care Matters What we provide for our team: 401(k) + matching Health insurance 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary Vision insurance Dental Insurance 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance Paid time off Paid Holidays Cafeteria on site Employee engagement events Employee assistance program Employee recognition program Free parking What sets us apart: Career & training development opportunities Dynamic and inclusive work environment Engaged management team dedicated to your success A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our northstar and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

Disclaimer:

Select benefits are available to full-time positions only and are subject to change at Ridgeview Institute Smyrna’s discretion.

Compensation:

This is a non-exempt PRN role; the expected compensation range is $18.00 – $20.00/hr . We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and we’ll consider experience and skill level. Join us as our Milieu Specialist!

Get to know us:

Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service Welcome to Ridgeview Institute Smyrna (RIS), a premier healthcare provider in Smyrna, GA, setting the gold standard for mental health and addiction treatment support excellence. Located in Smyrna, GA, RIS offers a full continuum of care, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services and specialized, evidence-based programs for all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. At RIS, the community is an integral part of our team, fostering collaboration to build an efficient, comprehensive, and seamless continuum of care. We take pride in offering dynamic, challenging, and highly rewarding positions. You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with a team of experts, ensuring our patients receive personalized services that guide them toward achieving their treatment goals. Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need. Be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Ridgeview Institute Smyrna. To learn more about RIS, visit us at: https://www.ridgeviewinstitute.com

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S. I

ndividuals M aintaining P ositive A ttitude and C ommitment T o S ervice ____________________________________________________________ At Ridgeview Institute Smyrna, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.