Master's Level Group Facilitator

The Opportunity

Mass Bay Behavioral Health is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Master's Level Group Facilitator to lead therapeutic groups within their outpatient and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs in Dorchester, MA.

What You'll Do

• Facilitate group therapy sessions focused on mental health, addiction recovery, dual diagnosis, trauma, grief, and behavioral challenges using evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, Seeking Safety, and relapse prevention models
• Conduct patient assessments and intake evaluations to determine individual needs and contribute to person-centered treatment planning
• Implement crisis intervention strategies promptly to ensure client safety and stability, including safety planning and coordination with higher levels of care when indicated
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record including progress notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries, and ICD-10 coding, in adherence with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and Massachusetts state regulations
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including social workers, prescribers, case managers, and outside referral sources
• Deliver remote group and individual sessions via secure telehealth platforms when appropriate
• Participate in weekly clinical supervision, team case conferences, and program development initiatives

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related clinical field from an accredited institution
• Active Massachusetts license or license-eligible status: LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, LMFT, or LADC I
• Proven experience facilitating individual and group counseling sessions in outpatient or inpatient settings
• Demonstrated expertise in psychotherapy modalities including CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, or psychodynamic therapy
• Knowledge of crisis management protocols and behavior management techniques across diverse populations
• Familiarity with ICD-10 and CPT coding and electronic medical records management
• Strong working knowledge of HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Independent licensure (LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT) and/or LADC I or LADC II credentialing
• Experience with co-occurring disorders, trauma/PTSD, grief, and addiction
• Prior telehealth experience and comfort with virtual group facilitation

Schedule and Compensation

• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week; some evening group hours required
• Compensation: $60,000 - $65,000 annually

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Paid time off

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mass Bay Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences, including those with personal experience of recovery.