Outpatient Group Facilitator

Kids Thrive; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Training and professional development

Job summary

Kid's Thrive Southern Columbus is seeking an Outpatient Group Facilitator to plan and lead therapeutic group activities for children and adolescents in daytime outpatient services. You will collaborate with clinicians and support staff to promote skill development and meaningful participation in treatment goals.

The role emphasizes creating a safe, structured environment, maintaining confidentiality, and documenting progress while adhering to treatment plans and organizational policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with children, adolescents, families, behavioral health programs, education, social services, or related settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to stay calm and professional when responding to challenging behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate structured outpatient groups for children and adolescents.
• Create a safe, respectful, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate group environment.
• Lead activities focused on coping skills, emotional regulation, communication, social skills, conflict resolution, and healthy decision-making.
• Encourage participation and engagement while respecting each child's individual needs and abilities.
• Monitor group dynamics and respond appropriately to behavioral or emotional concerns.
• Reinforce positive behaviors and appropriate peer interactions.
• Follow established treatment plans, program guidelines, safety procedures, and organizational policies.
• Communicate relevant observations and participant progress to the appropriate clinical team members.
• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with therapists, case managers, behavioral health professionals, families, and other members of the care team as appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect participant privacy.
• Assist with maintaining an organized, clean, and therapeutic group setting.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, supervision, and professional development activities.

Job description

Facility: Kid's Thrive Southern Columbus
Location: Southern Columbus, Ohio
Position Type: Full-Time
Shift: Days
Schedule: Monday–Friday, daytime hours

About Kid's Thrive Southern Columbus

Kid's Thrive Southern Columbus is committed to providing supportive, accessible, and engaging behavioral health services for children and adolescents. Our team works collaboratively with youth and families to promote emotional wellness, develop healthy coping skills, strengthen social connections, and support positive development.

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Outpatient Group Facilitator to join our daytime team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children and adolescents and is passionate about creating a safe, structured, and encouraging group environment.

Position Summary

The Outpatient Group Facilitator will plan, facilitate, and support therapeutic and skill-building group activities for children and adolescents receiving outpatient services. The facilitator will help participants develop emotional regulation, communication, coping, social, and problem-solving skills while maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with clinical and support staff to promote continuity of care and help each participant engage meaningfully in their treatment goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate structured outpatient groups for children and adolescents.
• Create a safe, respectful, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate group environment.
• Lead activities focused on coping skills, emotional regulation, communication, social skills, conflict resolution, and healthy decision-making.
• Encourage participation and engagement while respecting each child's individual needs and abilities.
• Monitor group dynamics and respond appropriately to behavioral or emotional concerns.
• Reinforce positive behaviors and appropriate peer interactions.
• Follow established treatment plans, program guidelines, safety procedures, and organizational policies.
• Communicate relevant observations and participant progress to the appropriate clinical team members.
• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with therapists, case managers, behavioral health professionals, families, and other members of the care team as appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect participant privacy.
• Assist with maintaining an organized, clean, and therapeutic group setting.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, supervision, and professional development activities.
• Perform other duties related to the position as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, families, behavioral health programs, education, social services, or a related setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish appropriate professional relationships with children and adolescents.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to remain calm and professional when responding to challenging behaviors or situations.

Preferred

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in behavioral health, psychology, social work, education, child development, human services, or a related field.
• Previous experience facilitating groups.
• Experience working with youth experiencing emotional, behavioral, or social challenges.
• Experience in an outpatient behavioral health, community mental health, school, residential, or youth-services setting.
• Relevant behavioral health, crisis intervention, or group-facilitation training.

Skills and Competencies

The ideal candidate demonstrates:

• Compassion and patience
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Emotional maturity and professionalism
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Organization and attention to detail
• Ability to set appropriate boundaries
• Ability to engage youth in structured activities
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Flexibility and adaptability

This is a full-time daytime position based at Kid's Thrive Southern Columbus in Southern Columbus, Ohio. The role involves regular interaction with children and adolescents and may require standing, walking, participating in group activities, and responding appropriately to routine behavioral or emotional situations.

What We Offer

Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee assistance resources
• Training and professional development
• Opportunities for career growth

Benefits, eligibility, compensation, and employment conditions are subject to the facility's applicable policies and employment terms.

Why Join Us?

At Kid's Thrive Southern Columbus, every interaction can make a meaningful difference in a young person's life. As an Outpatient Group Facilitator, you'll have the opportunity to help children and adolescents build practical skills, develop confidence, strengthen relationships, and work toward healthier futures.

Kid's Thrive Southern Columbus is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.