GROUP FACILITATOR for substance abuse/mental health

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.