Group Facilitator (Part-Time)

Discovery Behavioral Health; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks a Group Facilitator to lead groups at the outpatient level (PHP & IOP) and assist in crisis intervention as needed. You will communicate with the treatment team and ensure timely, accurate documentation of all services.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree (Masters may be in progress), understanding confidentiality laws, and a valid CA driver's license if driving is required. Schedule is part-time, onsite in Irvine, CA with some travel for trainings.

Qualifications

• Group facilitation and psychoeducation delivery.
• Knowledge of confidentiality laws and professional ethics.
• Ability to document services and maintain medical records.
• Understanding of crisis/de-escalation strategies.
• Valid CA driver's license and liability insurance if driving.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate PHP/IOP groups and educational sessions.
• Complete group notes immediately after each session.
• Document all services in patient records.
• Collaborate with Program/Clinical Directors to develop therapy programs.
• Assess suicidality and safety concerns.
• Travel to other facilities for trainings if required.

Skills

Group facilitation

Documentation

Crisis intervention

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Masters in progress

Job description

Position Summary

The Group Facilitator is responsible for facilitating groups at the outpatient level of care (PHP & IOP). The Group Facilitator participates in de-escalation or crisis intervention when necessary. The facilitator communicates pertinent information to the primary treatment team as needed.

Essential Job Functions

• Collaborates with Program Director and/or Clinical Director and other professional staff to help develop comprehensive program of therapy, evaluation and treatment.
• Facilitates groups, workshops, and educational groups as directed by the program schedule.
• Responsible for completing all group notes immediately after each group.
• Document all services provided in patients' medical record.
• Knowledge of company policy and procedures, and Joint Commission standards and regulations.
• Adheres to all regulations and documentation requirements in regard to patient care and compliance of all patient care.
• Assesses suicidality and possibility for danger to self or others.
• Provides psychoeducation to patients, as needed.
• Attends meals and models appropriate eating behaviors with patients, as assigned.
• May be required to travel to other facilities to attend trainings.

Knowledge, Education, Experience

• Bachelor's Degree, preferred
• May be working toward Masters degree to become a therapist
• Must understand the therapeutic process, understand confidentiality laws, and have strong knowledge of professional ethics.
• Successful candidate must submit to post offer, physical examination/medical history check, and TB test.
• Must have valid CA driver's license and liability insurance if driving a personal vehicle on our property.

Employment Status: Part-Time

Schedule: Mon, Wed, Thurs 10:30-7pm

Work Location: Onsite- Irvine, CA

Compensation: Pay Range: $23 - $25 hourly