GROUP THERAPIST (MA/MSW) - FULL TIME

UHS•Streamwood, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Group Therapist is responsible for quality psychoeducational and psychotherapeutic treatment of pediatric, adolescent and adult patients. This is accomplished through preparation and facilitation of regular group therapy sessions designed to meet patients’ needs. The Group Facilitator guides and directs patient participation during group sessions, effectively addresses group dynamics, and observes patients’ individual responses to discussion and content. Responsible for documenting group notes including content, individual observations, and individual progress towards treatment goals. Maintains open communication with the Director of the program, milieu management and treatment teams to support quality service delivery and ensure adherence to the daily programming schedule. Follows all policies/procedures related to release of information and Confidentiality. Regularly attends clinical supervision. Tuesday through Saturday schedule - possibly one evening per week.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field and/or certified or licensed in a clinically related field.
Prior experience providing group facilitation.
Must have knowledge of group process, dynamics, and group safety precautions.
Knowledge in both process and psychoeducation group facilitation.
Knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy theory and intervention.
Able to communicate and collaborate effectively with hospital staff (peers and leadership).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Diplomacy and discretion are essential.
Excellent organizational skills.
Professional demeanor and appearance required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with a psychiatric mental health population preferred.
Illinois LPC/LSW, LCPC/LCSW preferred.

Responsibilities

Preparation and facilitation of regular group therapy sessions designed to meet patients’ needs.
Guides and directs patient participation during group sessions.
Effectively addresses group dynamics.
Observes patients’ individual responses to discussion and content.
Documenting group notes including content, individual observations, and individual progress towards treatment goals.
Maintains open communication with the Director of the program, milieu management and treatment teams to support quality service delivery and ensure adherence to the daily programming schedule.
Follows all policies/procedures related to release of information and Confidentiality.
Regularly attends clinical supervision.