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Working onsite at Eating Recovery Center and Pathlight Mood and Anxiety's child/adolescent facility in Northbrook, IL. Active IL therapy license required. The Milieu Therapist facilitates groups ...

Milieu Therapist

Northbrook, IL · On-site

$26 - $30/hr

Working onsite at Eating Recovery Center and Pathlight Mood and Anxiety's child/adolescent facility in Northbrook, IL. Active IL therapy license required. The Milieu Therapist facilitates groups ...

Working onsite with adults and children at Eating Recovery Center's PHP location in Oak Brook, IL. Active IL therapy license required. The Primary Therapist conducts individual, family, and group ...

Working onsite with adults and children at Eating Recovery Center's PHP location in Oak Brook, IL. Active IL therapy license required. The Primary Therapist conducts individual, family, and group ...

Working onsite at Eating Recovery Center's adult and child/adolescent PHP program in Bethesda, MD. The Program Coordinator (PC I, PC II, PC III) is responsible for providing direct care and ...

Working onsite at Eating Recovery Center and Pathlight's adult IOP, PHP and residential facility in Chicago, IL. The Program Coordinator (PC I, PC II, PC III) is responsible for providing direct care ...

Eating Recovery Center, Partial Hospitalization Level of Care, Working with Adults and Child &Adolescent ages What you'll be doing: The Primary Therapist conducts individual and group therapy (adults ...

Working onsite at Eating Recovery Center and Pathlight's adult IOP, PHP and residential facility in Chicago, IL. The Program Coordinator (PC I, PC II, PC III) is responsible for providing direct care ...

Working onsite at Eating Recovery Center's adult and child/adolescent PHP program in Bethesda, MD. The Program Coordinator (PC I, PC II, PC III) is responsible for providing direct care and ...

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How much do eating recovery center jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for eating recovery center in the United States is $17.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by clinicians working at an Eating Recovery Center, and how are they supported in addressing these challenges?

Clinicians at Eating Recovery Centers often work with patients experiencing complex mental and physical health issues, which can be emotionally demanding. Common challenges include managing high-acuity cases, supporting patients through relapses, and maintaining professional boundaries. To help address these challenges, most centers offer regular supervision, multidisciplinary team meetings, and access to continuing education. This collaborative environment encourages peer support and ensures clinicians are well-equipped to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care.

What is the difference between Eating Recovery Center vs Dietitian?

AspectEating Recovery CenterDietitian
CredentialsLicensed clinicians, therapists, medical staffRegistered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
Work EnvironmentInpatient/outpatient treatment centers, hospitalsHospitals, clinics, private practice, community health
Industry UsageSpecialized in eating disorder treatmentNutrition counseling, meal planning, health education

Eating Recovery Center provides comprehensive mental health and medical treatment for eating disorders, often employing licensed therapists and medical staff. Dietitians focus on nutrition assessment, meal planning, and dietary education. While both roles support recovery, the center offers a multidisciplinary approach, whereas dietitians specialize in nutritional aspects within various settings.

What is an Eating Recovery Center and what do they do?

An Eating Recovery Center is a specialized treatment facility focused on helping individuals recover from eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and related mental health conditions. These centers offer comprehensive care, including medical, psychological, and nutritional support, through inpatient, outpatient, and virtual programs. Their teams typically include physicians, therapists, dietitians, and nurses who work together to create personalized treatment plans. The goal is to help patients achieve lasting recovery, improve their relationship with food, and support overall mental and physical well-being.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Eating Disorder Recovery Clinician, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Eating Disorder Recovery Clinician, you need a relevant clinical degree (such as in psychology, counseling, or social work), licensure, and specialized knowledge in eating disorder treatment. Familiarity with evidence-based therapeutic modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and electronic medical record systems is required. Compassion, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to build trust with clients are crucial soft skills. These abilities are essential to provide effective, individualized care and support lasting recovery for patients struggling with eating disorders.
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Infographic showing various Eating Recovery Center job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 6% As Needed, 6% Full Time, 79% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,235 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

Milieu Therapist

ERC Pathlight

Northbrook, IL

$26 - $30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

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. With multiple locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, we meet patients exactly where they are and help them move toward lasting recovery.

Founded in 2008 by renowned psychiatrists and psychologists, ERC Pathlight now supports more than 6,000 patients each year. And as the need for world-class mental health care continues to rise, our commitment is stronger than ever: to expand access, elevate the standard of care, and empower every patient to rebuild their life with dignity and hope.

Why Join Us

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

Here, your work matters. Your ideas matter. You matter.

If you're energized by purpose, motivated by impact, and ready to help transform the future of mental health treatment, you belong here.

Come build hope. Come save lives. Come grow with us.

What you'll be doing:

Schedule: Full-time, four 10-hour shifts/week. Working onsite at Eating Recovery Center and Pathlight Mood and Anxiety's child/adolescent facility in Northbrook, IL. Active IL therapy license required.

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

Essential duties and responsibilities:

  • Facilitates curriculum-based groups
  • Provides meal monitoring and support
  • Documentation of groups, meals and patient check-ins and observations
  • Provides support to Milieu including the following:
    • De-escalation and crisis management
    • Bathroom monitoring
    • Monitoring outside breaks
    • Conducts self-harm and suicide assessment
    • Support morning routine in IP/Res programs
    • Collect weights, vitals and urine in some settings
  • Implements individual behavior management plans for some patients and serves as clinical lead for the program in standalone programs in evenings and weekends. Will lead more advanced groups
  • Coverage for Primary Therapists with support from Clinical Manager or Clinical Director

Must haves:

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

Bonus qualities:

  • 1+ year facilitating groups (preferred)

#MATR

#ERC

The compensation range for this position is based upon candidate experience and market expectations.

Illinois Pay Range
$26—$30 USD

What We Offer

At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life.

We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leave benefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career.

We also recognize that mental health is part of every person's experience. That's why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home.

When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.