Group Facilitator

SUMMARY

The Group Facilitator is responsible for facilitating and documenting group therapy at the detox and residential level of care. Participates in de-escalation or crisis intervention when necessary. Communicates pertinent information and collaborates with the primary treatment team as needed.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Utilize knowledge and skills to provide group psychotherapy, meeting the client’s treatment needs and requirements.

• Document client progress/regression according to established policies and procedures in a clear, concise, timely manner.

• Documents group notes and crisis intervention in a timely manner.

• Provide pertinent patient information to the clinical team based on evaluation in group session interactions, to assist in the patient treatment process.

• Demonstrate productive communication skills.

• Continue with educational courses and in-services training.

• Respond positively to changing situations in the work setting.

• Work as a team member, demonstrating professionalism under stress and objectivity.

• Perform in a professional manner and role models a positive image of mental health.

• Works in a safety-conscious manner which ensures the safe work practices are used in order not to pose a risk to self or clients in the workplace.

• Complies with company policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.

• Meets with supervisor on a regular basis to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas and or improving services.

• Assist in developing aspects of treatment plans and treatment plan updates in collaboration with other treatment team members.

• Effective time management.

• Update knowledge of community resources on a continuous basis.

• Report abuse of patients’ rights immediately.

• Maintain proper chain of command.

• Attend and participate in all staff meetings/in service training.

• Maintain a high level of flexibility with the daily flow of work tasks.

• Complete all other duties as directed by leadership.