Group Lead

CrossWinds Counseling & Wellness•Emporia, KS

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Group Lead position supports the Psychosocial Group Program operation, an intensive outpatient program for at-risk youth, by running the group room and providing quality face-to-face support and supervision to agency clients. The purpose of the Group Program is to assist individuals in developing social and emotional skills for appropriate and safe behaviors, fostering positive outlook of self and future, and to help keep youth in their home, communities, and schools.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Computer experience in Microsoft Office programs and basic computer fluency.
Ability to work with persons with serious emotional disturbance; ability to work independently and as a member of a therapeutic team; possess demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to react effectively in a variety of human service situations.
Ability to read, write, comprehend, and speak the English language.
Ability to interpret written materials, write reports and business correspondence, and effectively present and respond to questions.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in the health and human services field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides direct psychosocial group services to youth clients in an effort to teach individuals to develop appropriate behaviors and personal attitudes for successful functioning at home, school, and in the community.
Monitors all clients in the program for appropriate behavior and safety, with close guidance and supervision to clients who may be assigned specifically to his or her care.
Assists in facilitating daily activities and outings.
May transport individuals to and/or from various locations as required by specific work assignment.
Maintain clean group spaces.
Designs, prepares, and leads the program curriculum for a specific developmental skill to be taught to the youth in the program.
Maintains accurate and complete records of all client services, as defined by state licensing agencies, funding agencies, and CrossWinds standards and requirements. Submits all work-related paperwork in a timely manner and in acceptable format as determined by agency requirements.
Motivates program clients to achieve and improve individual social skills by creating a positive model for them to emulate.
Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship and professional demeanor with clients, external community partners, agency staff members, and visitors.
Attends applicable staff meetings conducted by CrossWinds.