Mental Health Group Facilitator

Attain Behavioral Health; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Attain Behavioral Health is seeking a Group Facilitator – TBS & IOP in a nursing home setting to lead Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) groups for older adults in Euclid, Ohio. The role blends mental health support, engagement, and relationship-building with residents who benefit from structured programming.

You will collaborate with facility staff, adapt content for varied cognitive needs, and ensure timely documentation while maintaining a compassionate, respectful environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold QMHS or QMHS III (REQUIRED).
• Experience facilitating behavioral health or substance-use groups.
• Experience working with older adults, long-term care, or medically complex populations preferred.
• Strong communication skills, empathy, and an ability to connect with residents patiently and respectfully.
• Able to work independently in off-site facilities.
• Reliable transportation required; Ohio Medicaid and background check requirements.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate meaningful TBS groups that support emotional health, coping skills, motivation, and quality of life for nursing home residents.
• Adapt group content to meet cognitive and emotional needs of older adults, including those with medical complexities or mild cognitive impairment.
• Collaborate closely with facility staff and on-site clinical team to ensure residents receive consistent, compassionate care.
• Complete documentation (group notes, progress updates, Medicaid paperwork) accurately and on time.
• Support resident engagement by encouraging participation, fostering connection, and creating a safe, respectful group environment.
• Participate in ongoing supervision and professional development as part of a supportive behavioral health team.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Independent work

Patient connection

Education

QMHS or QMHS III

Job description

Job Description

Group Facilitator – TBS & IOP (Nursing Home Setting)

Location: Euclid,Ohio

Organization: Eastbrook proud partner of Attain Behavioral Health

Position Type: Full-Time

About the Role

Are you passionate about helping older adults find meaning, connection, and emotional wellness? Do you thrive in supportive environments where your compassion and clinical skills make a real difference?

Attain is seeking aMental Health Group Facilitator to lead engaging, person centered Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) groups within our partner nursing homes. This unique role blends mental health support, therapeutic engagement, and relationship-building with residents who benefit greatly from structured emotional and behavioral health programming.

If you enjoy forming meaningful connections, value dignity in aging, and want a role where your presence truly matters this position is for you.

What You’ll Do

• Facilitate meaningful TBS groups that support emotional health, coping skills, motivation, and quality of life for nursing home residents.

• Adapt group content to meet the cognitive and emotional needs of older adults, including those with medical complexities or mild cognitive impairment.

• Collaborate closely with facility staff and our on-site clinical team to ensure residents receive consistent, compassionate care.

• Complete documentation (group notes, progress updates, Medicaid paperwork) accurately and on time.

• Support resident engagement by encouraging participation, fostering connection, and creating a safe, respectful group environment.

• Participate in ongoing supervision & professional development as part of a supportive and collaborative behavioral health team.

Qualifications

• Must hold QMHS or QMHS III (REQUIRED)

• Experience facilitating behavioral health or substance-use groups

• Experience working with older adults, long-term care, or medically complex populations strongly preferred

• Strong communication skills, empathy, and an ability to connect with residents patiently and respectfully

• Able to work independently in off-site facilities

• Reliable transportation required

• Must meet Ohio Medicaid and background check requirements

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Warm, compassionate approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of older adults

• Experience with EHR systems (training available)

• Trauma-Informed Care training or willingness to obtain within 90 days

• Comfortable in nursing home environments and able to walk/stand as needed

• Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable traveling between locations

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful difference: Your groups may be the highlight of a resident’s day.

• Supportive team culture: You’ll receive ongoing supervision, clinical support, and opportunities to grow.

• Mission-driven work: We are committed to improving behavioral health access for aging adults a deeply underserved population.

• Predictable daytime hours: Most groups occur during standard daytime schedules