Group Facilitator- Eating Disorders, Outpatient

Full Time
Southport, CT 06890
Posted
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Company Description


Discovery Behavioral Health (DBH) is a national leader in behavioral healthcare and one of the fastest growing companies in the field. DBH offers world-class treatment for those struggling with eating, mental health, and substance use disorders, and places a high priority on seeking employees who share our passion for improving the lives we serve.

Since 1997, Center for Discovery, DBH’s eating disorder division, has helped thousands of patients discover their path to the full and rewarding lives they deserve with evidence-based and inclusive treatment options.

Our Offer to You!

We are dedicated to empowering our clinicians with their professional and personal development by providing:

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Healthcare benefits
  • Vacation and sick days
  • Employee referral program
  • Employee discounts to various stores, amusement parks, events, etc.
  • Continuing education (CE) programs and training
    • Specific to this position, we have a "Tech Pathways" program with opportunities to learn more about CBT, ACT and DBT along with a pay increase
  • Supervision hours (if a clinician)
  • Advancement opportunities within the organization

Job Description


The Group Facilitator is responsible for facilitating group therapy to adults and adolescents at the Outpatient level of care. The Group Facilitator participates in de-escalation or crisis intervention when necessary. The facilitator communicates pertinent information to the primary treatment team as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborates with Clinical Manager, Program Coordinator, Executive Director and other professional staff to help develop a comprehensive program of therapy, evaluation, and treatment
  • Facilitation of clinical groups
  • Participating and supporting patient meals
  • Ensure documentation timeframes follow state and payer requirements
  • Serves as a liaison with multidisciplinary treatment team
  • Participates in company training, webinars, and related meetings
  • Knowledge and adherence to HIPAA privacy rules
  • Any other job-related responsibilities as assigned by Supervisor

Compensation is between $20-$23/HR and will be dependent upon education and experience

This full-time position is in-person at our Southport Outpatient Program. It has a schedule of Tuesday-Friday between the hours of 8am-4pm and Saturday 9am-3pm.

For a virtual tour of the facility, please visit our website at centerfordiscovery.com.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree, preferred
  • Experience working in behavioral healthcare, preferred

Additional Information


We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

For more information about our company benefits, please visit us at discoverybehavioralhealth.com/careers/

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.

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