Group Facilitator

Heartland Center For Behavioral Change • Kansas City, MO

7h

About The Position

This is a responsible position which involves providing group services consistent with an approved curriculum within the knowledge skills and abilities of the facilitator. Duties include managing program group activities, following key service definitions, and adherence to documentation guidelines. Considerable effort is directed at maintaining compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements including accreditation and certification requirements. Direction is received from an administrative superior who reviews work through direct supervision, observation, and quality reports. The employee is expected to exercise considerable initiative and judgment in planning and carrying out assignments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Two (2) years of successful work experience
• Understanding of recovery process through academic training, relevant work, or personal recovery experience.
• All candidates will be required to submit to a background screening.
• No candidate may be considered for employment who is under the supervision of Federal, State, County or Municipal Corrections Department nor have any pending felony or misdemeanor charges other than minor traffic charges.
• Driving may be required for this position.
• The successful candidate must have and remain in possession of a valid current driver’s license, automobile insurance, and be insurable under the agency’s motor vehicle insurance policy.
• All candidates for employment must meet the established minimum qualifications for employment as identified by the applicable regulatory agencies.

Nice To Haves

• Missouri Associate Alcohol Drug Counselor I or II preferred.

Responsibilities

• Planning, development and administration of group services designed to assist persons with substance use disorders.
• Provides group services consistent with approved curriculum and/or key service definitions as assigned.
• An ability to present didactic material in a manner that is understandable to consumers and maintains fidelity to the approved curriculum.
• May be expected to conduct group therapy/counseling consistent with key service definitions and consistent with knowledge, skills, and abilities of the employee.
• Documents services delivered consistent with policy and regulatory entities in a timely manner into the electronic health record as assigned.
• Accurately reports attendance and participation in group services in the electronic health record.
• Addresses all failed claims and failed activities in a timely manner.
• Participates in conferences, training sessions and meetings related to areas of assigned responsibility.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees