Milieu Coordinator

Milieu Coordinator

• Syracuse
• Management & Professional
• Full-time
• Opening on: Oct 19 2026
• 3CP-Biobehavioral Health Unit
• State of New York
• TH Senior Staff Assistant, NSSL3
• 91601
• UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)

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Job Summary:

Now Hiring: Biobehavioral Health Unit Coordinator

Golisano Center for Special Needs | Biobehavioral Health Unit

Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 / year (Dependent on Experience per UUP NYS Appointment Scale)

Schedule: Primarily Days but all shifts for operation 24/7/365 report to this role so you'll flex as needed

Location: Syracuse, NY

About Us: Be Part of a Historic First!

Welcome to the Biobehavioral Health Unit at the Golisano Center for Special Needs. We are proud to be the first pediatric inpatient program in New York State-and only the 18th in the entire United States-dedicated to serving youth with concurrent developmental disabilities and mental health diagnoses.

Our specialized unit focuses on the assessment and treatment of severe challenging behaviors, making a life-changing impact on children and their families every single day

Who We Serve

Our multidisciplinary team provides compassionate, evidence-based care to:

• Youth: Ages 5-17
• Diagnoses: Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (e.g., Autism Spectrum Disorder combined with Mental Health Diagnoses (e.g., Anxiety, ADHD)
• Clinical Focus: Children engaging in severe challenging behaviors such as aggression, self-injurious behavior, or property destruction and such that pose a risk of harm to themselves or others

Role Overview

As the Biobehavioral Health Unit Coordinator, you will play a vital leadership role in fulfilling the mission of the Golisano Center for Special Needs. You will lead, train, and mentor our front-line inpatient staff Team Leaders to ensure high-quality care and seamless execution of specialized behavioral treatment plans 24/7. Working closely with Clinical Providers (Psychologists instead of Providers?), Licensed Behavior Analysts (LBA), Behavior Specialists, and Behavior Technicians, you will serve as the operational anchor of the unit-fostering a safe, therapeutic, and compassionate environment for patients and staff alike.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Staff Management

• Supervise and mentor direct care inpatient staff providing daily care for children with complex behavioral and developmental needs
• Manage master unit schedules, shift coverage, and daily patient assignments based on operational needs and treatment plans
• Act as the point-of-contact for all HR and TA related activities such as position requests, hiring activities, and disciplinary issues
• Provide ongoing staff coaching, professional development, and disciplinary management as needed

Clinical Collaboration & Quality Assurance

• Partner with LBAs, Behavior Specialists, and Clinical Providers to ensure treatment plans are implemented accurately and consistently across all 24 hours of care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, patient progress meetings, and parent/family training sessions.
• Uphold the highest standards of patient dignity, safety, and confidentiality always

️ Safety & Operational Excellence

• Manage, refine, and enforce milieu systems and processes designed to promote maximum safety for patients and staff
• Serve as a visible, supportive presence on the unit to maintain a positive, therapeutic climate

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education & Experience:
• Bachelor's Degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Business Management, Project Management, Teaching, or a related field + 3 years of relevant experience
• OR
• Master's Degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Business Management, Project Management, Teaching, or a related field + 2 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification or Licensure in Behavior Analysis (e.g., BCBA, LBA) highly preferred.

Work Days:

Day/Evening and weekends will be required.

Message to Applicants:

Why Join Us?

• Innovate & Lead: Work at the forefront of pediatric biobehavioral health in a groundbreaking program
• Make a Lasting Impact: Direct-line leadership that empowers staff and transforms the lives of vulnerable youth and families
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside top-tier behavioral analysts, clinicians, and medical staff in a supportive, multidisciplinary culture.

How to Apply

If you are a passionate, organized, and driven leader ready to shape the future of specialized pediatric care, we want to hear from you!

Recruitment Office: Human Resources