Milieu Therapist I / Casual – Inpatient Mental Health

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# Milieu Therapist I / Casual - Inpatient Mental Health

- Location: Jamestown, NY (On-site)
- Employment type: Casual
- Category: Behavioral Health
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: ST Health Chautauqua at WCA
- Pay: $19.19–$28.18 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-02-13T08:45:18.97Z

## Description

Ready to launch a meaningful career in Behavioral Health?

**ST Health Chautauqua Hospital** is seeking a dedicated **Casual Milieu Therapist**to join our team supporting individuals on their mental health journeys.
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