Group Facilitator (Part-Time)

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

Job summary

Discovery Behavioral Health in Irvine, CA is seeking a Part-Time Group Facilitator to lead outpatient PHP and IOP groups. The role includes crisis de-escalation, communicating with the treatment team, and documenting care in patient records.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree (preferred) and may be pursuing a Master's in a related field. A CA driver's license is required if driving is involved. Compliance with confidentiality and Joint Commission standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred and understanding of the therapeutic process.
• Must understand confidentiality laws and professional ethics.
• Must submit to post-offer health screening and TB test.
• Valid CA driver's license and liability insurance if driving is required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates groups, workshops, and educational groups as scheduled.
• Collaborates with program leadership to develop therapy plans.
• Completes group notes immediately after each session.
• Documents services in patients' medical records.
• Adheres to regulations, Joint Commission standards, and policies.
• Assesses suicidality and safety concerns.
• Provides psychoeducation to patients as needed.
• May travel to other facilities for trainings.

Skills

Group facilitation

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Pursuing Master's degree

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