Group Facilitator- Full-time /Part-time Positions Available

Paradigm Recovery Centers; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradigm Recovery Centers in Missouri seeks a Group Facilitator to deliver structured group counseling and psychoeducation for clients in Intensive Outpatient and Partial Hospitalization programs. You will guide recovery through evidence-based interventions and support long‑term change.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clinical staff, documentation, ethics, HIPAA compliance, and culturally responsive, person-centered care in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field is required.
• Master’s degree preferred for advanced practice and supervision readiness.
• Licensure or credential (Missouri) such as LPC, LCSW, PLPC, or CADC preferred or actively pursuing certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily or scheduled group sessions focused on substance use recovery, relapse prevention, life skills, and co-occurring issues.
• Implement evidence-based practices such as CBT, MI, DBT, or trauma-informed approaches in group facilitation.
• Support clients in developing individualized treatment goals in collaboration with clinical staff.
• Observe, document, and report client participation, progress, and behavior to the treatment team.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency, state, and insurance standards.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to treatment planning and review.
• Uphold ethics, confidentiality, and professional conduct as outlined by state and federal regulations (including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2).
• Deliver culturally responsive and person-centered services to meet diverse client needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Position Summary

The Group Facilitator provides structured group counseling and psychoeducational services for clients receiving substance use disorder treatment at ASAM Level 2.1 (Intensive Outpatient) and Level 2.5 (Partial Hospitalization). The facilitator promotes recovery by guiding individuals through evidence-based treatment interventions that enhance insight, coping skills, and long-term change.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily or scheduled group sessions focused on substance use recovery, relapse prevention, life skills, and co-occurring issues.
• Implement evidence-based practices such as CBT, MI, DBT, or trauma-informed approaches in group facilitation.
• Support clients in developing individualized treatment goals in collaboration with clinical staff.
• Observe, document, and report client participation, progress, and behavior to the treatment team.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency, state, and insurance standards.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to treatment planning and review.
• Uphold ethics, confidentiality, and professional conduct as outlined by state and federal regulations (including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2).
• Deliver culturally responsive and person-centered services to meet diverse client needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Missouri state licensure or credential as LPC, LCSW, PLPC, CADC, or equivalent preferred (or actively pursuing certification).
• Experience facilitating substance use or mental health groups in ASAM Level 2.1 or 2.5 settings strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of addiction, recovery models, and group dynamics.
• Strong communication, organizational, and crisis intervention skills.

Work Environment

• Primarily conducted in a clinical treatment setting.
• May include evening or weekend hours depending on program schedule.
• Collaborative team culture emphasizing recovery-oriented care.