Location: Gloucester County, NJ
Job Status: Fee For Service
Position Summary
As a Substance Group Facilitator, staff will provide interactive, age-appropriate group sessions aimed at preventing substance use among youth who are not formally diagnosed with a substance use disorder. This role focuses on education, early intervention, and skill-building to reduce risk factors and strengthen protective factors in young people.
Duties and Responsibilities
Facilitate group therapy sessions using evidence-based expressive therapy techniques about substance use, peer pressure, healthy coping mechanisms, and the impact of drugs and alcohol on development and decision-making.
Provide youth with structured and guided activities, on the program's site or in the community, which are participatory in nature and directly related to the youth's treatment planning needs.
Complete required documentation within established timeframes per Federal, State, County, and agency regulations, policy, contracts and or program's Annex A.
When applicable, integrate vocational interventions to promote skill development, independence and prepare them for potential future employment opportunities.
Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, including program director. clinician, case manager and direct care staff to ensure comprehensive care
Provide regular updates on residents' progress and collaborate on treatment adjustments as needed.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of therapy sessions, progress notes, and assessments.
Evaluate the effectiveness of expressive therapy interventions and make adjustments based on ongoing assessment
and feedback.
Provide psychoeducation to youth on the benefits of expressive therapies and how these interventions contribute to
their overall well-being.
Uphold ethical standards in the provision of therapy services, respecting the confidentiality and dignity of each
resident.
Stay informed about current best practices and advancements in expressive/ allied therapies
Qualifications
Bachelor's level practitioner or high school graduate with 3 or more years of experience providing direct care to youth in a behavioral health agency or institutional setting.
Licensed, credentialed, or certified, where applicable. (Must follow the requirements for screening/background checks).
Working Environment and Physical Requirements
Ability to meet and fulfill all physical requirements of Handle with Care Training
Ability to walk up and down stairs.
Ability to sit for extended periods during documentation tasks, group meetings, and administrative tasks.
Physical endurance to handle a mix of office and community-based activities during the workday.
Ability to assist youth with daily activities that involve physical movement and participate in group recreational or
therapeutic activities.
Ability to travel to various locations, including family homes, community organizations, and program sites.
Capability to navigate staircases, uneven terrain, and other physical environments encountered during community visits.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Be comfortable working in various residential settings, including shared spaces and therapy rooms.
Provide assistance in the use of adaptive equipment & assistive devices for youth with specific needs.
Ability to use a computer, keyboard, and other office equipment with precision.
Visual acuity to review documents, input data, and perform detailed tasks.
Adequate hearing and speech capabilities to engage in conversations, presentations, and phone communication
clearly and effectively.
May be exposed to various smells and odors and may interact with individuals who may not adhere to standards of
personal hygiene.
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