Inpatient Group Facilitator (Santa Rosa)

Northern California Behavioral Health System • Santa Rosa, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (SRBHH), formerly Aurora Santa Rosa Hospital, is a 144-bed acute psychiatric hospital serving adolescents and adults in Santa Rosa and the greater Northern California area. The hospital treats mental health and co-occurring psychiatric and substance abuse conditions.

The Inpatient Group Facilitator conducts therapeutic, psychoeducational, and rehabilitative groups for acute psychiatric inpatients. Working on an as-needed basis in support of the interdisciplinary treatment team, the facilitator uses evidence-based interventions to promote stabilization, coping skills, and discharge readiness. The role requires sound clinical judgment, professionalism, good clinical practice, and support for other departmental needs. The facilitator maintains awareness of occupational health hazards, including bloodborne pathogen exposure, and participates in further training.

Requirements

• A master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Counseling (MFT), or Psychology; certification as a Music Therapist, Art Therapist, or Yoga Instructor; or a bachelor's or master's degree in Therapeutic Recreation (CTRS) or Occupational Therapy (OTR/L).
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification, or obtain it during the initial orientation period.
• Complete a verbal de-escalation and physical intervention program approved by the CNO.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Show sensitivity and willingness to work with people from varied social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize projects, work relatively independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to collaboration and the ability to lead, influence, and motivate others.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding organization.
• Ability to use standard office equipment and access, input, and retrieve information using a computer.
• Manual and finger dexterity and wrist-finger speed sufficient to use a computer keyboard repetitively for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and by telephone with a diverse population, and to give and follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to perform complex mental and basic arithmetic functions; interpret complex laws, regulations, and policies; and collect, interpret, or analyze complex data and information.
• Close-range vision sufficient to see details of objects.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, reach forward and in various directions, sit or stand for at least one hour at a time, and lift up to 10 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of behavioral health experience.
• Experience working with people with severe mental illness and in group facilitation.

Responsibilities

• Lead therapeutic, coping skills, relapse prevention, and psychoeducational groups.
• Document patient participation, engagement, and progress toward treatment goals in the Electronic Health Record within California Title 22 timeframes.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, and social workers to align group topics with patient treatment goals.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu and use de-escalation techniques when patient agitation occurs.
• Focus group interventions on symptom management and transition planning back into the community.
• Comply with HIPAA and LPS guidelines.
• Carry out job responsibilities while maintaining appropriate boundaries and a professional demeanor.
• Perform related duties as requested and uphold the organization's ethics and customer service standards.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Healthcare spending account
• Life insurance, with supplemental life, term, and universal plans also available
• Short- and long-term disability, with additional buy-in opportunities
• PTO plan with holiday premium pay
• Discounted cafeteria meal plan
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time