Group Facilitator (Part-Time)

Discovery Behavioral Health•Torrance, CA

6d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Group Facilitator is responsible for facilitating groups at the outpatient level of care (PHP & IOP). The Group Facilitator participates in de-escalation or crisis intervention when necessary. The facilitator communicates pertinent information to the primary treatment team as needed. Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Requirements

Must understand the therapeutic process, understand confidentiality laws, and have strong knowledge of professional ethics.
Successful candidate must submit to post offer, physical examination/medical history check, and TB test.
Must have valid CA driver’s license and liability insurance if driving a personal vehicle on our property.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree, preferred
May be working toward Masters degree to become a therapist

Responsibilities

Collaborates with Program Director and/or Clinical Director and other professional staff to help develop comprehensive program of therapy, evaluation and treatment.
Facilitates groups, workshops, and educational groups as directed by the program schedule.
Responsible for completing all group notes immediately after each group.
Document all services provided in patients’ medical record.
Knowledge of company policy and procedures, and Joint Commission standards and regulations.
Adheres to all regulations and documentation requirements in regard to patient care and compliance of all patient care.
Assesses suicidality and possibility for danger to self or others.
Provides psychoeducation to patients, as needed.
Attends meals and models appropriate eating behaviors with patients, as assigned.
May be required to travel to other facilities to attend trainings.