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Group Facilitator
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Elev8 Center New Jersey LLC
Newark, NJ (In Person)
$41,600 Salary, Full-Time
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Position Overview The Group Facilitator provides structured, evidence-based group services within an inpatient substance use disorder treatment program. This role is responsible for facilitating psychoeducational, relapse-prevention, life-skills, and recovery-support groups while helping clients build coping skills, emotional awareness, and recovery stability in a safe, supportive environment. The ideal candidate is compassionate, organized, recovery-oriented, and experienced in group facilitation within behavioral health or substance use treatment settings. Primary Responsibilities
- Facilitate psychoeducational, relapse-prevention, life-skills, and recovery-support groups in accordance with the program curriculum.
- Conduct therapeutic/process groups within scope of practice and credentialing requirements.
- Encourage positive participation, peer accountability, and recovery-focused engagement among clients.
- Observe, document, and communicate client participation, progress, and behavioral concerns in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Collaborate with clinical, medical, and case-management teams to support continuity of care and treatment planning.
- Assist with crisis intervention, de-escalation, and identification of relapse or behavioral risks.
- Support discharge planning and aftercare coordination as assigned.
- Maintain compliance with
HIPAA, 42 CFR
Part 2, agency policies, and professional ethical standards.- Attend required trainings, supervision sessions, and staff meetings. Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, or related field preferred.
- High school diploma/GED acceptable with active CADC credential.
- CADC, LCADC, LAC, LSW, LPC, or LCSW preferred.
- CADC-Interns welcome with appropriate supervision.
- Minimum one (1) year of experience facilitating groups in substance use, behavioral health, or related treatment settings required.
- Inpatient or residential treatment experience preferred.
- Candidates in recovery must have a minimum of two (2) years of continuous sobriety. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong understanding of substance use treatment and recovery principles.
- Ability to effectively manage group dynamics and maintain structure.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs) and standard computer systems. Working Conditions
- Full-time, in-person position.
- Flexibility for evenings or weekends may be required based on program needs.
- Clinical environment with exposure to high-stress situations.
- Occasional travel may be required for client support or community-related services.