Milieu Therapist PRN

Who We Are

At ERC Pathlight, we’re on a mission to change lives—and we’re looking for people who feel called to do the same. As one of the nation’s leading treatment providers for eating disorders and mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions, we bring innovative, evidence-based, and deeply compassionate care to patients across the country.

When you join ERC Pathlight, you become part of a team that shows up every day to make a real difference. Work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and mission-driven leaders who believe in collaboration, growth, and doing the right thing—always.

PRN/As Needed – Weekend availability required. The Milieu Therapist may be required to work on-call shifts based on business needs, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local labor laws.

The Milieu Therapist facilitates groups based on core curriculum, provides meal monitoring and support, and offers milieu support, de‑escalation and behavior coaching to patients in IP/Res and PHP programs.

• Facilitate curriculum‑based groups
• Provide meal monitoring and support
• Document groups, meals, patient check‑ins, and observations
• Support the milieu, including:
  • De‑escalation and crisis management
  • Bathroom monitoring
  • Monitoring outside breaks
  • Conduct self‑harm and suicide assessment
  • Support morning routine in IP/Res programs
  • Collect weights, vitals and urine in some settings
• Implement individual behavior management plans and serve as clinical lead for standalone programs in evenings and weekends; lead advanced groups
• Provide coverage for Primary Therapists with support from Clinical Manager or Clinical Director

• Bachelor’s degree in mental health or related field (required)
• Master’s degree in mental health or related field (required)
• Intern or associate license from appropriate state licensing board (required)
• Minimum 18 months of experience in a behavioral health or related field (waived with relevant master’s degree)

• 1+ year of facilitating groups (preferred)

We provide competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, generous paid time off, parental leave, retirement benefits, and tuition reimbursement to support your growth.