Hartgrove Behavioral Health System
Group Facilitator (MA/MSW) - FULL TIME (9 MONTH POSITION)
Hartgrove Behavioral Health System, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital is dedicated to providing behavioral health and psychiatric support to children and teens ages 3 to 17. Above all else, we treat every patient with compassion and respect. Using evidence-based treatment approaches and individualized care, we strive to instill hope in our patients, their families, and our community.
Job Summary Responsible for quality psychoeducational and psychotherapeutic treatment of pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients. This is accomplished through preparation and facilitation of regular group therapy sessions designed to meet patients’ needs. The Group Facilitator guides and directs patient participation during group sessions, effectively addresses group dynamics, and observes patients’ individual responses. Responsible for documenting group notes including content, individual observations, and progress toward treatment goals. Maintains open communication with the Director of Psychological Services, milieu management, and treatment teams to support quality service delivery and ensure adherence to the daily programming schedule. Follows all policies and procedures related to release of information and confidentiality. Regularly attends clinical supervision.
Responsibilities
Prepare and facilitate group therapy sessions for pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients.
Guide and direct patient participation during group sessions and effectively address group dynamics.
Observe patients’ individual responses to discussion and content.
Document group notes including content, individual observations, and individual progress toward treatment goals.
Maintain open communication with the Director of Psychological Services, milieu management, and treatment teams.
Follow all policies and procedures related to release of information and confidentiality.
Regularly attend clinical supervision.
Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field and/or certification or licensure in a clinically related field.
Prior experience providing group facilitation. Preferred experience working with a psychiatric mental health population, preferably in an inpatient setting.
State license preferred.
Knowledge of group process, dynamics, and group safety precautions; process and psychoeducation group facilitation; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy theory and intervention; effective communication and collaboration with hospital staff; good organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription plan
Generous paid time off
Challenging and rewarding work environment
401(k) retirement plan with a company match
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
Pay Transparency
To encourage pay transparency, promote pay equity, and proactively address regulations, UHS and all our subsidiaries will comply with all applicable state or local laws or regulations which require employers to provide wage or salary range information to job applicants and employees. Salary offers may be based on key factors such as education and related experience.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Summary Responsible for quality psychoeducational and psychotherapeutic treatment of pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients. This is accomplished through preparation and facilitation of regular group therapy sessions designed to meet patients’ needs. The Group Facilitator guides and directs patient participation during group sessions, effectively addresses group dynamics, and observes patients’ individual responses. Responsible for documenting group notes including content, individual observations, and progress toward treatment goals. Maintains open communication with the Director of Psychological Services, milieu management, and treatment teams to support quality service delivery and ensure adherence to the daily programming schedule. Follows all policies and procedures related to release of information and confidentiality. Regularly attends clinical supervision.
Responsibilities
Prepare and facilitate group therapy sessions for pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients.
Guide and direct patient participation during group sessions and effectively address group dynamics.
Observe patients’ individual responses to discussion and content.
Document group notes including content, individual observations, and individual progress toward treatment goals.
Maintain open communication with the Director of Psychological Services, milieu management, and treatment teams.
Follow all policies and procedures related to release of information and confidentiality.
Regularly attend clinical supervision.
Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field and/or certification or licensure in a clinically related field.
Prior experience providing group facilitation. Preferred experience working with a psychiatric mental health population, preferably in an inpatient setting.
State license preferred.
Knowledge of group process, dynamics, and group safety precautions; process and psychoeducation group facilitation; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy theory and intervention; effective communication and collaboration with hospital staff; good organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription plan
Generous paid time off
Challenging and rewarding work environment
401(k) retirement plan with a company match
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
Pay Transparency
To encourage pay transparency, promote pay equity, and proactively address regulations, UHS and all our subsidiaries will comply with all applicable state or local laws or regulations which require employers to provide wage or salary range information to job applicants and employees. Salary offers may be based on key factors such as education and related experience.
#J-18808-Ljbffr