Group Facilitator

Our mission. Ark Behavioral Health is a network of Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Facilities that provide a variety of levels of care to those who are prepared to begin their journey toward recovery.

We are looking for a Full-time Group Counselor at our Ashby, Ma, location Individual and group supervision is provided weekly for candidates looking to take the next step in their career!

Salary: $60 - 65K Year

Group Facilitator Essential Responsibilities

• Providing group therapy, families, and groups, acting as a resource for clinical and procedural expertise to other staff members through mutual consultation, and consultation to other professionals as needed.
• Performing psychosocial evaluations and developing treatment plans and interventions appropriate to the client's age, education, cultural and ethnic background, medical status, substance use and mental diagnoses, functional ability, and life circumstances.
• Documenting all patent-related activities in a timely and professional manner, and according to agency policy and relevant licensing and accreditation standards.
• Performing all administrative tasks related to the job assignments and other designated administrative tasks in a timely and professional manner, and performing other work-related duties as assigned/requested by the manager.
• Participating in clinical utilization review and interdisciplinary team sessions as needed, for the purpose of assisting in patient assessment, development and revision of treatment goals, and discharge planning.

Group Facilitator Requirements:

• Demonstrates Proficiency in Communication, observation & Written skills.
• Knowledge of Addiction Issues, co-occurring disorders, and the 12-Step Recovery Program
• Patient care charts and patient histories
• Emergency procedures used in case of alcohol and/or drug overdose including First Aid and CPR
• Experience working with addiction in a residential and/or intensive outpatient milieu

Group Facilitator Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in drug and alcohol treatment.

Qualifications/Licensure & Certifications:

• Master's Degree
• LADC II

Why Work for Us!

We provide an environment where our employees can grow and advance professionally, with a healthy balance between work and personal lives. Our biggest investment is in our employees, so we reward and recognize hard work by promoting from within when possible. We pay competitively and offer a variety of benefits to meet your wellness and financial needs. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request accommodations, please contact Human Resources at least one week in advance of your interview.