Clinical Group Facilitator - Adult IOP Program

Job Description

AMFM Healthcare is looking for Clinical Group Facilitators to run various mental health focused groups. The Clinical Group Facilitator is a professional licensed or associate therapist that facilitates weekly group therapy sessions utilizing evidence based practices for our mental health program. Clinical Group Facilitators have experience working with acute clients that often have co-occurring mood disorders, substance use, and severe suicidal ideation.

About Us

After the tragic loss of a beloved son due to mental illness, A Mission for Michael (AMFM Healthcare) was created with the vision of preventing such hopelessness in the lives of others. Our mission is to provide exceptional residential mental health care that transforms lives and promotes lasting recovery.

At AMFM Healthcare, our team is composed of individuals who possess both the qualifications and the unwavering passion to deliver comprehensive care for severe mental illness. We understand the profound impact mental health struggles can have on individuals and their families, and we are dedicated to offering support, healing, and hope.

What sets AMFM Healthcare apart in the field of mental health care is our commitment to an intensive focus on clinical evidence-based treatment. We believe in the power of proven therapeutic approaches and continuously strive to integrate the latest research and advancements into our care programs. By leveraging this expertise, we aim to provide the highest quality of treatment and optimize outcomes for our residents.

As you step into our facilities, you'll immediately notice that we are different from most mental health treatment centers. We foster a welcoming and nurturing environment where individuals can find solace and embark on their journey to recovery. Our dedicated staff members prioritize personalized and compassionate care, understanding that each person's experience with mental illness is unique. We take the time to truly listen, to empathize, and to tailor our programs to meet the specific needs of each resident.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education Requirement: Associates degree or equivalent degree in a relevant course of study at an accredited university.

Acceptable Credentials (Preferred) - Resident in Counseling, Supervisee of Social Work, Substance Use Disorder Professional, or other from a National Accreditation provider.

Acceptable Credentials (Desired) - Fully licensed Clinician (LMFT, LCSW, LPC, etc), Occupational Therapist, or Substance Use Disorder Professional.

Preferred - Eligible for registration with Virginia Board of Counseling or Virginia Department of Health Professions.

Hands-on experience in Groups (process, psycho educational), Family Therapy, Individual Therapy (wide range of modalities accepted), and working with clients with mental health and addiction issues.

Successful completion of Criminal Background Check through DBHDS, Background Investigation Unit, and VDSS Registry Searches, and ADP Selective Services Screening

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Facilitates groups within areas of specialty (Clinical modalities, such as CBT, DBT, etc).

Adheres to any and all Joint Commission and CCL, DHS or DHCS standards.

Communicates directly with supervisory staff.

Is an effective team member as part of the overall program and clinical operations, and is able to communicate needs within and between departments effectively.

Utilizes treatment team and collaborative approach.

Provides therapeutic interventions during group sessions effectively.

Maintains Electronic Health Records to reflect the course of treatment and provide required documentation as required by company policy, including completion of documentation within the agency's 24 hour standard submission time requirement.

Attends staff meetings, supervisory conferences, training, and other activities, which ensures effective and efficient functioning of clinical operations.

Adheres to organizational standards and policies and procedures, code of ethics, legal aspects of clinical practice, professional standards, duty to warn, abuse and neglect reporting policies and procedures and exercise professionalism at all times.

Ability to assess for safety and provide appropriate interventions according to AMFM Policy and Procedures.

AMFM Healthcare is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

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