Group Facilitator

Paradigm Recovery Centers; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradigm Recovery Centers is seeking a Group Facilitator to deliver therapeutic and psychoeducational groups within ASAM 2.5 and 2.1 levels of care at our startup-oriented center in Missouri. You will lead structured sessions, maintain boundaries, and document progress in the patient chart.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and experience in behavioral health group facilitation, with a preference for a bachelor’s degree in a related field and Missouri credentials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience facilitating groups in behavioral health or substance use settings.
• Strong communication and group management skills.

Responsibilities

• Group Facilitation & Clinical Programming: Facilitate scheduled therapeutic and psychoeducational groups; deliver curriculum-based and process groups including relapse prevention, coping skills, psychoeducation, and life skills; manage group dynamics and maintain therapeutic boundaries; foster a safe, respectful, and recovery-oriented environment.
• Documentation & Compliance: Complete timely and accurate group notes in the electronic health record; document participation, progress, and clinical observations; adhere to HIPAA, confidentiality, and professional standards.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Work collaboratively with clinical, medical, and administrative staff; participate in team meetings and supervision; communicate safety or clinical concerns promptly.
• Program Development (Startup Environment): Assist with group curriculum development; support program growth and operational refinement; maintain flexibility and teamwork in a startup setting.

Skills

Group facilitation

Communication

Relationship management

Safety boundaries

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree or higher in behavioral health-related field

Job description

Position Overview:

Paradigm Recovery Center is a startup behavioral health treatment center providing structured, evidence-based care for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. The Group Facilitator plays a vital role in delivering therapeutic and psychoeducational group services within ASAM 2.5 and 2.1 levels of care.

Key Responsibilities:

Group Facilitation & Clinical Programming:

• Facilitate scheduled therapeutic and psychoeducational groups
• Deliver curriculum-based and process groups including relapse prevention, coping skills, psychoeducation, and life skills
• Manage group dynamics and maintain therapeutic boundaries
• Foster a safe, respectful, and recovery-oriented environment

Documentation & Compliance:

• Complete timely and accurate group notes in the electronic health record
• Document participation, progress, and clinical observations
• Adhere to HIPAA, confidentiality, and professional standards

Collaboration & Teamwork:

• Work collaboratively with clinical, medical, and administrative staff
• Participate in team meetings and supervision
• Communicate safety or clinical concerns promptly

Program Development (Startup Environment):

• Assist with group curriculum development
• Support program growth and operational refinement
• Maintain flexibility and teamwork in a startup setting

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience facilitating groups in behavioral health or substance use settings
• Strong communication and group management skills

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in behavioral health-related field
• Missouri-recognized credential or license (CADC, QAP, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, etc.)
• Experience in ASAM 2.1 and/or 2.5 programs
• Familiarity with evidence-based practices (CBT, DBT, MI)

Schedule Expectations:

• Daytime, evening, and occasional weekend hours
• Flexibility required based on program needs

Physical & Professional Requirements:

• Ability to lead groups for extended periods
• Maintain professional boundaries
• Reliable attendance and punctuality