Group Facilitator -Weekends

About the Role

The Group Facilitator leads therapeutic and educational group sessions for men in a residential dual-diagnosis addiction recovery setting. This role requires strong clinical awareness, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to engage clients in evidence-based and holistic group work that fosters recovery, self-awareness, and long-term wellness.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate therapeutic group sessions on topics such as relapse prevention, communication, trauma-informed care, coping skills, mindfulness, self-advocacy, and healthy relationships.
• Integrate dual-diagnosis awareness, addressing the intersection of mental health disorders and substance use in group settings.
• Utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities, including:
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)-informed skills
  • Trauma-informed psychoeducation
  • Experiential approaches (exercise, nature-based, adventure therapy, mindfulness, exposure therapy, etc.)
• Create a safe, structured, and inclusive group environment that encourages vulnerability, accountability, and peer support.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to reinforce treatment goals, provide feedback on client progress, and adjust group content based on client needs.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of group notes, attendance, and clinical observations.
• Support the overall program by participating in staff meetings, training, and multidisciplinary care coordination.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience working with individuals in addiction recovery and dual diagnosis populations.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices and ability to integrate multiple therapeutic modalities into group facilitation.
• Strong group management, engagement, and redirection skills.
• Ability to maintain therapeutic boundaries while fostering rapport and trust.
• Excellent communication, active listening, and conflict resolution skills.
• Competence in documenting clinical work and collaborating in a team-based setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in group facilitation in addiction recovery or mental health settings.
• State licensure or certification (LPC, LPCC, LSW, LISW, LCDC, CDCA, or equivalent) preferred or working toward credentialing.
• Training in trauma-informed care and/or co-occurring disorder treatment strongly desired.

Additional Qualities

• Flexibility and creativity in tailoring group content to client needs.
• Dedication to fostering a therapeutic community that balances accountability, compassion, and growth.