Mental Health Group Facilitator

Group Facilitator - Nursing Home Setting

Attain Behavioral Health is seeking a Group Facilitator to lead engaging, person-centered Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) groups within our partner nursing homes. This unique role blends mental health support, therapeutic engagement, and relationship-building with residents who benefit greatly from structured emotional and behavioral health programming.

What You'll Do:

• Facilitate meaningful TBS groups that support emotional health, coping skills, motivation, and quality of life for nursing home residents
• Adapt group content to meet the cognitive and emotional needs of older adults, including those with medical complexities or mild cognitive impairment
• Collaborate closely with facility staff and our on-site clinical team to ensure residents receive consistent, compassionate care
• Complete documentation (group notes, progress updates, Medicaid paperwork) accurately and on time
• Support resident engagement by encouraging participation, fostering connection, and creating a safe, respectful group environment
• Participate in ongoing supervision and professional development as part of a supportive and collaborative behavioral health team

Qualifications:

• Must hold one of the following: QMHS III, LSW, LPC, or equivalent Ohio-recognized behavioral health credential
• Experience facilitating behavioral health or substance-use groups
• Experience working with older adults, long-term care, or medically complex populations strongly preferred
• Strong communication skills, empathy, and an ability to connect with residents patiently and respectfully
• Able to work independently in off-site facilities
• Reliable transportation required
• Must meet Ohio Medicaid and background check requirements

Preferred Skills & Attributes:

• Warm, compassionate approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of older adults
• Experience with EHR systems (training available)
• Trauma-Informed Care training or willingness to obtain within 90 days
• Comfortable in nursing home environments and able to walk/stand as needed
• Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable traveling between locations

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful difference:
  Your groups may be the highlight of a resident's day
• Supportive team culture:
  You'll receive ongoing supervision, clinical support, and opportunities to grow
• Mission-driven work:
  We are committed to improving behavioral health access for aging adults, a deeply underserved population
• Predictable daytime hours:
  Most groups occur during standard daytime schedules
• Opportunities for advancement within Flourish and Attain Behavioral Health

Additional Details:
Compensation & Perks:

• Competitive hourly rate ($20 - $28 per hour)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling
• Sign-on bonus for immediate starts ($500 after 90 days of employment)
• Referral bonuses
• CEU support
• Potential for growth into clinical leadership