Recovery-Focused SUD Group Facilitator

Mental Health America of Los Angeles; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Wellness resources

Company parties

Job summary

Mental Health America of Los Angeles is seeking an ASAM 3.1 Group Facilitator/SUD Counselor to lead one structured SUD treatment group daily in a residential setting. You will plan, deliver, and document five groups per week, using trauma-informed, recovery-oriented approaches, and facilitate discharge and transition planning with the clinical team.

Maintaining a safe, confidential, and supportive environment is essential to meet ASAM and Medicaid requirements.

Qualifications

• CSAC, CSAC-Supervisee, LMHP or other licensed professional per Virginia requirements.
• Experience with adults with substance use disorders.
• Experience facilitating SUD treatment groups.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate one structured SUD treatment group per day, Monday through Friday.
• Provide group sessions and complete required clinical documentation.
• Ensure each group has a clear clinical topic and objective.
• Use motivational interviewing and evidence-informed approaches.
• Support treatment planning, discharge planning, and progress notes.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and Medicaid requirements.

Skills

Group facilitation skills

Knowledge of SUD and recovery

Therapeutic rapport building

Verbal & written communication

Group dynamics management

Clinical documentation accuracy

Trauma-informed care understanding

Team collaboration

Reliability & punctuality

Professional judgment & ethics

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Psychology

Bachelor's or Master's in Social Work

Addiction Studies degree

Job description

Mental Health America of Los Angeles is seeking an ASAM 3.1 Group Facilitator/SUD Counselor to lead one structured SUD treatment group daily in a residential setting. You will plan, deliver, and document five groups per week, using trauma-informed, recovery-oriented approaches, and facilitate discharge and transition planning with the clinical team.

Maintaining a safe, confidential, and supportive environment is essential to meet ASAM and Medicaid requirements.