Group Facilitator

Job Description:

Job Title: Group Facilitator
Location: Springfield, MO
Department: Recovery Services
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

Are you passionate about helping others grow, heal, and achieve meaningful change? As a Group Facilitator, you will have the opportunity to make a direct impact in the lives of individuals receiving behavioral health and recovery services. This role offers the chance to build meaningful relationships, lead engaging educational groups, contribute to positive client outcomes, collaborate with a compassionate multidisciplinary team, and grow professionally within an organization dedicated to improving lives. We are seeking an enthusiastic, dependable, and compassionate professional who thrives in a team-oriented environment and enjoys empowering others through education and support.

The Group Facilitator assists the Clinical Team in delivering assigned treatment services by providing educational programming, facilitating group discussions, monitoring client participation, and fostering a therapeutic environment. This position plays a vital role in helping clients develop skills, increase understanding, and progress toward their treatment goals while ensuring services are documented accurately and delivered professionally.

The Group Facilitator position offers…

• All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, generous paid time off, and more
• Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits
• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Career Advancement & Wage Growth - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added income
• Comprehensive Training - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job training
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement
• Paid Time Off - 29 days per year including vacation and holiday pay

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate educational and therapeutic group sessions using approved curriculum and materials
• Create a safe, supportive, respectful, and culturally responsive environment that promotes learning and participation
• Engage clients in meaningful discussions that support treatment goals and recovery progress
• Evaluate and communicate client participation, engagement, and progress to members of the treatment team
• Document attendance, participation levels, group summaries, and services provided within the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation that reflects services delivered, client responses, and treatment needs
• Collaborate with clinical staff to support continuity of care and positive client outcomes
• Participate in required training and professional development opportunities related to adult education and group facilitation
• Monitor client wellbeing and promptly communicate safety concerns or potential risks to appropriate supervisory staff
• Adhere to agency policies, procedures, and professional standards
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Psychiatric Nursing, or a closely related field

OR

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) with a minimum of two (2) years of responsible employment experience
• Employees in this position may be required to apply for the Missouri Associate Alcohol Drug Counselor (MAADC) credential

Additional Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in group and public settings
• Strong presentation, facilitation, and adult education skills
• Ability to interpret and present clinical information in a clear and understandable manner
• Promote positive morale through a supportive, professional, and collaborative approach with clients and coworkers
• Demonstrate initiative, creativity, and innovation to enhance client outcomes and operational effectiveness
• Display sensitivity, professionalism, and respect when working with clients, families, and colleagues
• Successful completion of background screenings, including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks
• Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance required
• Class E Driver's License may be required
• Current CPR/First Aid certification may be required
• Must respect and maintain confidentiality regarding all aspects of client treatment
• Employees are required to maintain all certifications and licenses held at hire or obtained during employment
• Must attain any required credentials or certifications associated with the position as required by the agency

Physical Requirements

• Perform sedentary work requiring exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally
• Frequently use hands, fingers, and arms for typing, writing, and computer-related tasks
• Remain seated for extended periods throughout the workday
• Occasionally walk or stand for brief periods as needed to perform job duties
• Lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move light objects as required

Brightli is on a Mission:

At Brightli, we are committed to changing and saving lives through compassionate care, meaningful connections, and a dedication to improving the health and wellbeing of the communities we serve. Every team member plays an important role in helping individuals and families achieve recovery, resilience, and hope. If you are looking for a rewarding career where your work truly matters, we encourage you to apply and join us in making a lasting difference.

Keywords: Group Facilitator, Behavioral Health, Recovery Services, Group Therapy, Client Education, Mental Health, Substance Use Treatment, EHR Documentation, Patient Support, Behavioral Health Services

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.