Group Therapy Facilitator – Acute Care Program

New Oakland Family Services; Southgate (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

New Oakland Family Centers seeks a Group Facilitator to deliver high-quality clinical care within the FACE to FACE Partial Hospital Program. You will lead therapeutic groups and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive support, helping consumers achieve optimal outcomes.

A Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, or psychology is required, with mental health experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; prefer social work, counseling, or psychology.
• Mental health experience preferred.
• Experience in a clinical/group facilitation setting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, person-centered care by addressing clients' needs with professionalism, empathy, and creativity, while delivering high-quality services in accordance with professional standards and the agency's policies and procedures.
• Lead and facilitate daily therapeutic groups within the FACE to FACE Program, ensuring adherence to professional standards and facility guidelines.
• Serve as the primary point of support for group facilitation, fostering a safe and effective therapeutic space for consumers.
• Implement individualized treatment plans developed by Associate and Lead Therapists, utilizing a person-centered approach to meet each consumer’s unique needs.
• Assist with discharge planning and care coordination to support seamless transitions for consumers.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with clinic policies and procedures.
• Maintain consistent communication with clinical and administrative staff.
• Demonstrate and maintain stable, professional, and appropriate boundaries with clients at all times.
• Appropriately manage and resolve crisis situations all while maintaining professionalism and ensuring client safety.
• Attend and participate in team meetings and contribute to a collaborative work environment.
• Exhibit a positive attitude toward learning and adaptability in a dynamic work environment.
• Demonstrate ability to accept constructive feedback, implement guidance, and show a willingness to grow and improve professionally.
• Stay current with professional training requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support clinic operations.

Skills

Multitasking

Time management

Clear communication

Empathy

Group leadership

Team collaboration

Engaging diverse populations

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Social work or psychology preferred

Job description

New Oakland Family Centers seeks a Group Facilitator to deliver high-quality clinical care within the FACE to FACE Partial Hospital Program. You will lead therapeutic groups and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive support, helping consumers achieve optimal outcomes.

A Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, or psychology is required, with mental health experience preferred.