Group Facilitator (Part-Time)

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

Job summary

Center for Discovery, part of Discovery Behavioral Health, seeks a Group Facilitator for PHP & IOP outpatient groups in Torrance, CA. The role includes leading sessions, documenting care, and coordinating with the treatment team to support patient progress.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s may be pursued) and knowledge of ethics and confidentiality; a CA driver license and TB test are required. Work is onsite and part-time with a 16-hour weekly schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• May be working toward a Master's degree to become a therapist.
• Understand the therapeutic process, confidentiality laws, and professional ethics.
• Must submit to post-offer medical history check and TB test.
• Must have CA driver license and liability insurance if driving on property.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates groups, workshops, and educational sessions as scheduled.
• Completes group notes immediately after each session.
• Documents all services in patients' medical records.
• Adheres to policies, Joint Commission standards, and patient care regulations.
• Assesses suicidality and potential danger to self or others.
• May travel to other facilities for trainings.

Skills

Group facilitation

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Ethics knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Pursuing master's degree

Job description

Center for Discovery

At Discovery, we offer career opportunities nationwide in residential, day treatment, and intensive outpatient eating disorder treatment. Discovery is currently seeking Program Directors, Primary Therapists, Facility Managers, Counselors/Mental Health Specialists, Dietitians, Diet Techs, and Nurses. Discovery is specifically seeking individuals who consistently strive to provide exemplary care and are passionate about transforming the lives of others.

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: 16 hrs/week - Tuesday and Thursday

Work Location: Onsite- Torrance, CA

Compensation: Pay Range: $23 - $25 hourly

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.