What are the responsibilities and job description for the Group Facilitator position at Behavioral Health Management LLC?
Group Facilitator
PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Ensuring adherence to the required HIPAA and documentation requirements as
identified by county, state and federal regulatory agencies.
● Maintain confidentiality and respect among all participants within the group setting.
● Maintain confidentiality of records regarding client’s treatment in accordance to HIPAA
standards.
● Facilitate engaging groups on varying topics such as relapse prevention, healthy coping
skills, substance abuse, wellness, 12-step, psycho-education, relapse prevention,
mental health, and process groups, among others.
● Documenting group notes in a timely manner. Actively assesses and assists with the
detection and prevention of high risk situations.
● Support patients and primary care team/mental health providers in achieving patient
care goals.
● Provides group counseling to patients struggling with substance abuse and mental
health disorders and assists in overcoming substance abuse dependence and in helping
in adjusting to overall life changes.
● Delivers and documents evidenced based treatment interventions for patients.
● Provides input to Clinical Director and Facility Administration regarding treatment
response and progress reports of patients on a regular basis.
● Evaluate and report on patients’ progress in resolving identified problems and moving
towards defined objectives and treatment goals.
● To assist individuals in developing personal lifestyles principled on recovery, health and
wellness, increased self-esteem, and empowerment.
● Ensure clinical services are in compliance with county, state and federal regulatory
agencies.
● Additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
● Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in the substance abuse and/or mental
health field.
● Flexibility in work hours and work arrangements.
● Ability to multitask and prioritize.
● Strong clinical skills with ability to exercise independent judgment, work autonomously,
and exhibit a high degree of professionalism.
● Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively.
● Comfortable working with a diverse patient population.
● Friendly and approachable.
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
● Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of
managers, clients, customers and the general public.