Eating Disorder Group Counselor

iaedp; Kingstowne (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Job summary

Monte Nido & Affiliates, LLC is seeking a Group Facilitator to lead therapeutic groups for clients in our eating disorder treatment programs. You will co-facilitate evidence-based, recovery-focused groups and collaborate with a multidisciplinary clinical team.

You will document sessions, monitor client engagement, and promote a safe, trauma-informed, and inclusive environment. Monte Nido offers ongoing training and opportunities for professional growth within a compassionate, clinically

Qualifications

• Licensed or license-eligible mental health professional (e.g., LMFT, LCSW, LPC, LPCC) preferred.
• Certification or formal training in group therapy or counseling preferred.
• Training in eating disorder treatment or related specialty strongly preferred.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification often required.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and confidentiality standards.
• Trauma-informed care training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and co-facilitate structured therapeutic groups for eating disorder clients.
• Implement evidence-based group interventions aligned with individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely group documentation in accordance with policy and regulation.
• Monitor client engagement, safety, and progress during groups, escalating concerns as needed.
• Collaborate with therapists, dietitians, nurses, and other team members on client care.
• Support a trauma-informed, inclusive, and recovery-focused milieu.
• Participate in team meetings, case consultations, and ongoing training.
• Educate clients on coping skills, relapse prevention, and healthy behaviors.

Skills

Group therapy facilitation

Clinical documentation

Treatment planning support

HIPAA compliance

Active listening

Motivational interviewing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Crisis de-escalation

Trauma-informed care

EMR proficiency

Job description

Monte Nido & Affiliates, LLC is seeking a Group Facilitator to lead therapeutic groups for clients in our eating disorder treatment programs. In this role, you will co-facilitate evidence-based, recovery-focused groups, support individualized treatment goals, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary clinical team. You will document sessions, monitor client engagement, and promote a safe, trauma-informed, and inclusive environment. Monte Nido offers meaningful client interaction, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional growth within a compassionate, clinically excellent culture.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and co-facilitate structured therapeutic groups for eating disorder clients
• Implement evidence-based group interventions aligned with individualized treatment plans
• Maintain accurate and timely group documentation in accordance with policy and regulation
• Monitor client engagement, safety, and progress during groups, escalating concerns as needed
• Collaborate with therapists, dietitians, nurses, and other team members on client care
• Support a trauma-informed, inclusive, and recovery-focused milieu
• Participate in team meetings, case consultations, and ongoing training
• Educate clients on coping skills, relapse prevention, and healthy behaviors

Skills and Knowledge

• Group therapy facilitation
• Clinical documentation
• Treatment planning support
• Knowledge of eating disorders and co-occurring conditions
• Crisis de-escalation skills
• Trauma-informed care practices
• Active listening and motivational interviewing
• Interdisciplinary team collaboration
• HIPAA and confidentiality compliance
• Basic computer and EMR proficiency

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k

Qualifications

• Licensed or license-eligible mental health professional (e.g., LMFT, LCSW, LPC, LPCC) preferred
• Certification or formal training in group therapy or counseling preferred
• Training in eating disorder treatment or related specialty strongly preferred
• Current CPR/First Aid certification often required
• Knowledge of HIPAA and confidentiality standards
• Trauma-informed care training preferred