Group Facilitator- CASAC

Responsibilities

• Develop treatment plans in concert with Program Director or Clinical Supervisor that reflect an understanding of specialized Track issues as related to the physical, medical, cognitive and psychosocial needs and specific diagnosis.
• Ensures groups start on time and run as scheduled.
• Facilitates group counseling, family sessions and encounter groups as requested.
• Uses the agency’s Electronic Health Record to input information on client’s participation in group within a timely manner, including Planning and Progress notes.
• Completes all paperwork as per OASAS regulations and agency standards.
• Facilitate crisis intervention as needed.
• Implement strategies to increase patient’s participation.
• Adheres to multidiscipline treatment recommendations that are incorporated into treatment plans.
• Informs counseling staff of any relevant clinical concerns regarding a patient that may have arisen during group participation.
• Participates and takes a leadership role in Treatment Plan Reviews and Case Conferences.

Qualifications

• OASAS CASAC-T or CASAC Certification.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least One-Two (1-2) years related experience in facilitating groups within an 822 Opioid Treatment Program.
• Knowledge and/or training in Trauma Informed Care and various organizational treatment.
• Knowledge of and experience working with persons with co-occurring disorders.
• Knowledge of the laws regarding personnel and client information.
• Knowledge of Client Rights.
• Knowledge of Code of Ethics.
• Computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHR.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.