About this role
ST Health Williamsport has an opening for a Casual Milieu Therapist II to join the Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit located at the Divine Providence Campus!
Casual employees have the ability to set their own schedule but are required to work a minimum of 36 hours per 6 weeks, with 24 hours off shift/weekend to remain in good standing. Casual employees will be expected to work one holiday per year.
**Final candidates will be selected for a job title within the career ladder that reflects level of education, experience and manager discretion at time of offer.**
Purpose:
The Milieu Therapist II performs assigned tasks and participates as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, in various aspects of patient care with an emphasis on therapeutic activities conducted with assigned individuals and groups.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and other activities.Maintain on-going communication with appropriate staff concerning milieu activities for groups and individuals.Perform assigned work in a timely and productive manner.Key driver in one of the unit?s core initiatives Actively participates on a hospital council or committee and communicates updates in department meetings.
- Facilitate or co-facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic activity groups effectively.Encourage or assist patients to perform activities of daily living.Accompany patients to out-of-building activities and appointments.Document in the Medical Record according to established policies.Manage crisis situations effectively using positive approaches.Demonstrate effective milieu management skills, which promote positive patient experiences.Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.Provide clinical interventions assessed by client needs.
- Coordinate patient groups and activitiesProvides mentoring and training, and serves as a preceptor of the Milieu Therapist I.Participates in program development.
- Maintain competency requirements.Attend a minimum of 2 unit based or Institute wide in-services yearly.Learn and utilize up-to-date technology and practices in delivery of patient care.
- Completes 1:1 meetings with assigned patients to assess how they are currently doing.
- Complete observations of patients as ordered, following all guidelines.
Bachelor?s Degree in a Human Services field such as Social Work, Psychology or Counseling from an accredited College or University required. Other fields of study may be considered with coursework of at least 12 credits in Human Services. Mental Health experience preferred. One year experience as a Milieu Therapist or equivalent experience in a mental health setting with proven skills. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Relevant groups/individuals experience with therapeutic and leisure – oriented activities is strongly preferred. Must be physically capable of providing direct total physical care to unpredictable behavioral health patients as necessary, including lifting, supporting, running towards or away from areas where problems are occurring and pushing and pulling equipment such as wheel chairs, stretchers and beds. May in the course of their job duties be in rooms where medications are stored. No contact with medications is allowed. In the course of duties may be asked to distribute medications to the nurse at the bedside. Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
- Act 33 with renewal
- Act 34 with renewal
- Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Pay range
$20.45–$30.68 / hr
Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.
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# Milieu Therapist II - Inpatient Behavioral Health - Casual with Variable Shifts
- Location: Williamsport, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Casual
- Category: Behavioral Health
- Shift: Variable
- Business unit: ST Health Susquehanna Williamsport
- Pay: $20.45–$30.68 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-03-10T09:45:14.727Z
## Description
**ST Health Williamsport has an opening for a Casual Milieu Therapist II to join the Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit located at the Divine Providence Campus!**
**Casual employees have the ability to set their own schedule but are required to work a minimum of 36 hours per 6 weeks, with 24 hours off shift/weekend to remain in good standing. Casual employees will be expected to work one holiday per year.**
…Shift and schedule
Shift
Variable
Hours
Casual
Workplace
On-site
Benefits
Benefits from day one
Day-one health coverage
Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.
Tuition & certifications
Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.
Retirement with match
403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.
PTO & wellbeing days
Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.
Ladders & residencies
Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.
Family support
Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.
Stories
From people in this role

Allied health at Pepper is a career, not just a job. Certifications paid, cross-training encouraged, and a clear ladder from tech to lead.
Career progression
Where this role can lead
Care Coordinator
Licensed Clinician (LSW/LPC)
Senior Clinician — LCSW
Program Supervisor
Behavioral Health Director
FAQ
Questions people ask about this role
About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?
Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.
About this roleDo you support continuing education?
Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.
About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?
Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.
About this roleWhat does advancement look like?
Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.
Application process
What happens after you apply
Apply
Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.
Recruiter screen
A real person reviews every application and reaches out.
Interviews
Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.
Offer
Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.
Welcome
Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.
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