Group Facilitator

Position Summary

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.

Collaborations

• Collaborates with Program Director and/or Clinical Director and other professional staff to help develop comprehensive program of therapy, evaluation and treatment.

Facilitation

• Facilitates groups, workshops, and educational groups as directed by the program schedule.
• Completes all group notes immediately after each group.
• Documents all services provided in patients' medical record.

Knowledge and Education

• 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, preferred.
• May be working toward Masters degree to become a therapist.
• Must understand the therapeutic process, understand confidentiality laws, and have strong knowledge of professional ethics.

Experience

• 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.

Employment Status

PRN

Schedule

On-Call, as-needed for 11am-7pm shift Monday-Friday

Work Location

On-site - Austin, TX