Group Facilitator- PRN

Muirwoodteen; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 82,656 - 137,760; Part time

Job summary

Muir Wood Teen Treatment is seeking licensed Per Diem Group Facilitators to lead therapeutic groups in their residential program for adolescents aged 12–17. You can set your availability and be matched with open shifts according to needs.

Ideal candidates will hold an active California license and have experience in facilitating group therapy. Flexibility is key, making it a great opportunity for clinicians looking to add hours or stay engaged in meaningful work.

Qualifications

• Active California license in good standing: LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, PhD, or PsyD.
• Experience facilitating therapeutic groups.
• Familiarity with adolescent development and trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate group therapy sessions for adolescents.
• Complete group notes and clinical documentation.
• Manage group dynamics to maintain a therapeutic environment.

Skills

Facilitating DBT

Facilitating CBT

Leading trauma-informed therapy groups

Crucial crisis management

Education

Master's or Doctorate in psychology, counseling, social work, or MFT

Job description

Per Diem Group Facilitator – Licensed Clinician | Teen Residential Treatment – Muir Wood Teen Treatment | Sonoma, CA – $60–$100/hour – LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, PhD/PsyD

What This Role Is

Muir Wood Teen Treatment is building a roster of licensed Per Diem Group Facilitators to lead therapeutic groups in our Joint Commission-accredited residential program for adolescents ages 12–17. You set your availability — we match you to open shifts as needs arise.

We're looking for clinicians who want an ongoing relationship: the kind where you become familiar with our teens, our milieu, and our clinical approach over time.

Requirements

Schedule & Pay

• $60–$100/hour based on licensure and experience
• No minimum hour requirements
• You provide availability — single days, recurring shifts, or multi-week stretches
• Weekday, evening, and weekend options available
• Advance notice provided whenever possible

Who This Works Well For

• Clinicians with a private practice or part-time role looking to add flexible clinical hours
• Clinicians between positions who want to stay sharp and active
• Semi-retired clinicians who want meaningful work without a full caseload
• Clinicians exploring residential adolescent treatment before committing full-time

What You'll Do

• Facilitate DBT, CBT, ACT, and trauma-informed group therapy sessions
• Lead psychoeducational, skills-based, and process groups for adolescents in residential care
• Manage group dynamics and maintain a safe therapeutic environment
• Complete group notes and clinical documentation per program standards
• Coordinate with the Clinical Director and residential therapists on group content
• Respond appropriately to crisis situations and notify clinical staff immediately

Required Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in psychology, counseling, social work, or MFT
• Active California license in good standing: LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, PhD, or PsyD
• Experience facilitating therapeutic groups in a clinical setting
• Competency in at least one evidence-based modality (DBT, CBT, ACT, or trauma-focused)
• Familiarity with adolescent development, co-occurring disorders, and trauma-informed care

Preferred

• Experience in residential, inpatient, IOP, or PHP settings with adolescents
• DBT training, especially skills group format
• Background in substance use, dual-diagnosis, or family systems work

About Muir Wood Teen Treatment

Muir Wood provides trauma-informed, relationship-centered residential treatment for adolescents ages 12–17 with mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders. Our multidisciplinary teams work across gender-separate, home-like campuses in Northern, Central, and Southern California. Joint Commission-accredited. DHCS-certified. In-network with major insurers.

All positions require a LiveScan background check. Muir Wood Teen Treatment is an Equal Opportunity Employer.