Group Facilitator

Compassion Behavioral Health; Florida; On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Compassion Behavioral Health seeks a dedicated Group Facilitator to lead psychoeducational, process, and skills-based groups for adults in RTC, PHP, and IOP settings. The role emphasizes an engaging, supportive group environment and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

You will utilize CBT, DBT, relapse prevention, and life skills to promote recovery, while ensuring documentation, confidentiality, and adherence to regulatory standards. On-site scheduling varies by program needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral health field is required.
• Experience facilitating groups in behavioral health, mental health, or SUD settings.
• Strong group dynamics and therapeutic communication.
• CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain on hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead psychoeducational, process, and skills-based groups for RTC, PHP, and IOP.
• Use evidence-based approaches (CBT, DBT, relapse prevention) in groups.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive group environment and encourage participation.
• Adapt content for clients across levels of care and track progress.
• Monitor engagement and communicate clinical updates to the team.
• Collaborate with therapists, nurses, and case managers to support goals.
• Complete timely documentation including group notes and records.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Ensure compliance with policies and licensing requirements.

Skills

Group facilitation

CBT

DBT

Relapse prevention

Emotional regulation

Coping skills

Life skills

Therapeutic communication

Multidisciplinary collaboration

HIPAA confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling

Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related field

Job description

About Us

Compassion Behavioral Health is dedicated to providing high-quality mental health and substance use disorder treatment services. Our mission is to foster healing and personal growth through comprehensive, evidence-based care in a supportive and compassionate environment.

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Group Facilitator to support our Residential Treatment (RTC), Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) teams and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our clients.

Position Overview

The Group Facilitator is responsible for leading engaging psychoeducational, process, and skills-based groups for adults participating in our residential and outpatient behavioral health treatment programs.

This role focuses on creating a supportive and therapeutic group environment, encouraging client engagement, and utilizing evidence-based approaches to promote emotional well-being, personal growth, and long-term recovery.

The Group Facilitator will collaborate closely with therapists, case managers, nursing staff, and other multidisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care and support individualized treatment goals.

This is an on-site position with opportunities to facilitate groups across our residential and outpatient programs. Specific scheduling and location assignments will be discussed during the interview process.

Current Group Coverage Needs

We are currently seeking candidates with availability for the following group sessions:

Group Schedule:

• Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Thursday: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
• Friday: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
• Sunday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM

IOP Evening Group Schedule:

• Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• Specific days, times, and location assignments will be discussed during the interview process.

Candidates are encouraged to indicate their availability for the above sessions when applying. Scheduling may vary based on program needs and candidate availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate engaging psychoeducational, process, and skills-based groups for clients participating in residential, PHP, and IOP treatment programs.
• Utilize evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), relapse prevention, coping skills, emotional regulation, and life skills.
• Create a safe, respectful, inclusive, and therapeutic group environment that encourages client participation and personal growth.
• Adapt group content and facilitation techniques to meet the varying needs of clients across different levels of care.
• Monitor client participation, engagement, and emotional well-being throughout group sessions.
• Identify and communicate client concerns, behavioral observations, and relevant clinical updates to the treatment team.
• Collaborate with therapists, case managers, nursing staff, and other multidisciplinary team members to support individualized treatment goals.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation, including group notes and other required clinical records.
• Maintain professional boundaries and uphold client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, Joint Commission standards, and applicable state licensing requirements.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Human Services, or a related behavioral health field.
• Experience facilitating groups within a behavioral health, mental health, or substance use disorder treatment setting.
• Strong understanding of group dynamics, therapeutic communication, and evidence-based behavioral health interventions.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• Licensed or license-eligible in the State of Florida (LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, or Registered Intern).
• Previous experience working in residential treatment, PHP, IOP, or other structured behavioral health treatment programs.
• Experience facilitating groups for individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.

Join Our Team

At Compassion Behavioral Health, we believe meaningful recovery begins with compassionate, individualized care. Our team is committed to creating a supportive environment where clients feel empowered to heal, grow, and achieve lasting recovery.

We are looking for a dedicated, engaging, and compassionate Group Facilitator who is passionate about helping individuals navigate their recovery journey.