Educare
Group Facilitator
Educare
Job Summary
The IOP Group Facilitator is responsible for facilitating group therapy/psychoeducational classes to clients. The IOP Group Facilitator reports to the Clinical Director. The Facilitator would provide group facilitation for adults and juveniles in the Hickman County, TN area.
Job Responsibilities
Facilitate group counseling/therapy sessions and psychoeducational classes.
Compose individualized group notes for each client and document in an electronic medical record.
Complete all required documentation within the TN Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services electronic record (TN-WITS)
Provide resource linkage when needed.
Maintains an active caseload and operates within scope of practice of credentials.
Evaluates open cases with treatment team to provide proper crisis management.
Possess a proficient knowledge base and understanding of alcohol/drug abuse and addiction. Additionally, engage in continuing education on current alcohol/drug abuse trends and treatment information.
Provide intake/readmission services.
Provide crisis intervention/supportive services to clients as needed.
Able to refer to clients to a higher level of care as needed.
Assist in prioritizing problems and needs of clients, and able to explain programs/services.
Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, case documentation, and other documents as needed and within scope of practice.
Communicates with Executive Director, Clinical Director, colleagues, community agencies, and court personnel as needed to coordinate work activities.
Able to develop professional, helpful and effective relationships with clients.
Operates a computer, telephone system and fax machine to enter data, send documentation etc…
Must work hours as scheduled with some evening availability.
Attend conferences, meetings and training programs as needed/directed.
Maintains confidentiality and a high ethical conduct regarding all client information in accordance with 42 CFR, Section 2 HIPAA Confidentiality Regulations.
Other duties as assigned by Clinical Director
Qualifications
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in the behavioral health field, social work, counseling, psychology. This experience may be accompanied by work experience in the behavioral health field, as well as the criminal justice system.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Advanced knowledge and skills in care management for clients in substance abuse treatment facilities or involved in the criminal justice system. Maturity and leadership qualities.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three (3) years within a behavioral health clinic, working knowledge of outpatient treatment within a recovery environment. CPRS, LADAC I and LADAC II licenses are acceptable for this position
Additional Information
Benefits
This is a part-time position and not eligible for benefits.
How to Apply
To apply please email your resume to Interim Executive Director Demetria Corlew at demetria@educareprograms.org.
Details
- Date Posted: February 26, 2025
- Type: Part-Time
- Job Function: Clinician
- Service Area: Children / Youth