Group Facilitator

Benevolent Family Services; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 79,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Benevolent Family Services is seeking a Group Facilitator to lead structured therapeutic groups for PHP/IOP in Hampton and Richmond, VA. You will maintain compliant clinical documentation and support members toward individualized recovery goals within a structured day-program environment.

The role requires a Virginia credential (CSAC/LMSW/LPC/LMHP-R or equivalent) and 1–2 years of group facilitation experience.

Qualifications

• Active Virginia credential required for PHP/IOP service delivery.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience facilitating therapeutic groups.
• Familiarity with ASAM criteria and Medicaid/state guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily therapeutic group sessions for PHP and/or IOP.
• Plan and prepare group content, skill-building activities, and relapse prevention.
• Complete same-day progress notes and assist with treatment plan updates.
• Assist with stay authorizations and level-of-care documentation as directed.
• Administer clinical instruments and participate in team supervision.

Skills

Therapeutic group facilitation

Evidence-based modalities

Documentation/compliance

Behavioral health principles

Education

Virginia credential: CSAC/LMSW/LPC/LMHP-R or equivalent

Job description

Benevolent Family Services (BFS) is a Joint Commission-accredited, DBHDS-licensed behavioral health organization offering PHP and IOP services to adults and adolescents across Hampton and Richmond, Virginia. BFS operates six service lines under Medicaid MCO contracts, including MH-PHP, SA-PHP, MH-IOP, and SA-IOP. We are people first and have enjoyed the work we do for over 12 years.

Position Overview

Benevolent Family Services (BFS) is a Joint Commission-accredited, DBHDS-licensed behavioral health organization offering PHP and IOP services to adults and adolescents across Hampton and Richmond, Virginia. BFS operates six service lines under Medicaid MCO contracts, including MH-PHP, SA-PHP, MH-IOP, and SA-IOP. We are people first and have enjoyed the work we do for over 12 years.

The Group Facilitator plans and leads structured therapeutic group sessions, maintains compliant clinical documentation, and supports members in working toward individualized recovery goals within a structured day-program environment.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily therapeutic group sessions for PHP and/or IOP members using evidence-based approaches (CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, psychoeducation)
• Plan and prepare group content, skill-building activities, and relapse prevention programming aligned with member treatment goals
• Complete same-day progress notes and assist with weekly treatment plan updates per Medicaid, MCO, and BFS documentation standards
• Assist with continued stay authorizations and level-of-care documentation as directed by the Clinical Supervisor
• Administer substance use surveys, behavioral health screenings, and other clinical instruments as required
• Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and scheduled supervision
• Communicate member progress, behavioral concerns, and safety issues to the Clinical Supervisor promptly
• Adhere to BFS policies, DBHDS regulations, and Joint Commission standards at all times

Minimum Qualifications

• Active Virginia credential required: CSAC, LMSW, LPC, LMHP-R, or equivalent designation recognized by DBHDS for PHP/IOP service delivery
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience facilitating therapeutic groups; PHP, IOP, or structured outpatient setting strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of evidence-based group modalities and behavioral health treatment principles
• Ability to produce accurate, timely clinical documentation in compliance with Medicaid and state guidelines
• Familiarity with ASAM criteria and Virginia DBHDS regulations preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience across both mental health and substance use programming
• Comfort working in a structured, fast-paced clinical environment with direct accountability to documentation timelines
• Experience with adolescent programming or evening/extended-day schedules
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply

Schedule & Compensation

• Part-time/contract or full-time available: approximately 25-40 hours per week
• Daytime shifts available for adult PHP/IOP; evening shifts available for adolescent IOP programming
• Benefits package available for full-time
• Consistent weekly schedule; hours increase with program census growth
• $32.00 - $38.00 per hour, commensurate with credential level and PHP/IOP experience

Benevolent Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.