Group Facilitator, Center or School Based (MHT) - Kids Thrive

Kids Thrive is currently recruiting a Mental Health Technician (MHT) to serve as a center or school-based Group Facilitator.

Kids Thrive is a pediatric day treatment program serving children ages 3 to 10 with expanding services across Ohio. This is an incredible opportunity that will allow you to expand your career with a growing organization.

THE ROLE

The Group Facilitator is responsible for leading groups and supporting the therapeutic milieu under the direction of the Clinical Director while ensuring that the schedule/program is consistently delivered, clients are supervised, safety is maintained, and clients and families are treated with respect and dignity.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school degree or degree from an accredited college. Combination of education and relevant work experience may be required
• Experience:  Previous experience in a mental health or education setting with young children, with direct experience working with children with mental health or significant behaviors difficulties.
• Additional Requirements: CPR certification and Handle With Care (HWC) within 30 days of employment. Completion of additional mental health training within 30 days of employment. Must be at least 18 years of age. May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing day treatment group services
• Assists therapist and other providers with daily program delivery
• Completes daily clinical documentation of provided services
• Collects all necessary information for quality and program performance measures
• Responsible for scheduling regular treatment team meetings and transition/discharge meetings when applicable
• Consistently collaborates with parent/guardians and other members of the treatment team
• Completion of all required educational and training course

Educational/Training Requirements

•  Milieu Management & Approach
• Therapeutic Communication
• Early Childhood Mental Health