Group Facilitator

Position Summary

The Group Facilitator is responsible for leading structured, clinically appropriate group therapy sessions for adults receiving care in a primary mental health Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) program. This role focuses on facilitating evidence-based groups that support stabilization, skill-building, symptom management, and overall treatment engagement. The ideal candidate has direct experience running groups in a primary mental health setting and is comfortable working within a fast-paced, collaborative outpatient environment.

Schedule: 20 hours a week, 9:00am - 2:00pm

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate scheduled group therapy sessions for PHP and IOP patients in alignment with program curriculum and treatment models
• Deliver psychoeducational, process-oriented, and skills-based groups (e.g., CBT, DBT-informed skills, coping skills, emotional regulation, relapse prevention for mental health symptoms)
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic group environment that encourages engagement and participation
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary treatment team, including therapists, case managers, nursing, and psychiatry
• Document group notes, attendance, and clinical observations accurately and in a timely manner per program and regulatory standards
• Adhere to all clinical, ethical, and confidentiality guidelines, including state and accreditation requirements
• Support treatment planning through clinical feedback and participation in team meetings as needed
• Maintain professionalism, boundaries, and cultural sensitivity when working with a diverse patient population

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree (MS or MA) in a related field such as Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or a closely related discipline
• Minimum of 1 year of experience facilitating groups in a primary mental health treatment setting
• Strong group facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of common mental health diagnoses and therapeutic group modalities
• Ability to work effectively in a structured PHP/IOP environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Massachusetts licensure or certification, including:
• LMHC
• LICSW
• LCSW
• LADC I or LADC II
• Prior experience in PHP and/or IOP levels of care
• Familiarity with evidence-based group curricula and documentation standards

Work Environment & Expectations

• Outpatient clinical setting with structured daytime and/or evening schedules
• Requires consistent attendance, punctuality, and strong time-management skills
• May involve coordination across multiple levels of care within the program

What We Offer

• Collaborative, team-oriented clinical environment
• Opportunity to work in a mission-driven mental health program
• Competitive compensation based on experience and licensure
• Professional growth and development opportunities

Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• primary mental health: 3 years (Required)
• group facilitation: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• LMHC, LICSW, LCSW, LADC1, LADC 2 in MA (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50 - $60