Job Description
Job Description
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 HIPAAstandards.
Facilitate engaging groups on varying topics such as relapse prevention, healthy copingskills, 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 thedetection and prevention of high risk situations.
Support patients and primary care team / mental health providers in achieving patientcare goals.
Provides group counseling to patients struggling with substance abuse and mentalhealth 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 treatmentresponse and progress reports of patients on a regular basis.
Evaluate and report on patients’ progress in resolving identified problems and movingtowards defined objectives and treatment goals.
To assist individuals in developing personal lifestyles principled on recovery, health andwellness, increased self-esteem, and empowerment.
Ensure clinical services are in compliance with county, state and federal regulatoryagencies.
Additional duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED :
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in the substance abuse and / or mentalhealth 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 ofmanagers, clients, customers and the general public.
