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# Mental Health Group Facilitator (PHP/IOP)

- **Company:** WILLOW BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, PLLC
- **Location:** Madison, WI, United States
- **Salary:** $62,400.0 - $104,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** PHP (Programming Language), Software Documentation, Document Management Systems, Electronic Medical Records
- **Published:** September 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b187db6fbe7436e7

## About the Role

* Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related behavioral health field, or an applicable national certification.
 * Active, unrestricted Wisconsin license or credential appropriate to the services provided.
 * Demonstrated familiarity with ASAM criteria, the DSM-5-TR, and trauma-informed care.
 * Strong group facilitation, communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
 * Ability to establish appropriate therapeutic boundaries and maintain a professional treatment environment.
 * Proficiency with Electronic Health Record documentation systems, such as KIPU or a comparable platform.
 * Experience working in PHP, IOP, residential treatment, or another structured mental health or substance use treatment setting is strongly preferred.

## Description

The Group Facilitator provides in-person group facilitation and clinical support for clients enrolled in the program's PHP and IOP levels of care. This position serves as a key therapeutic presence within the program by leading structured group sessions, promoting engagement and connection among participants, and maintaining clinical excellence in every session., * Facilitate engaging, clinically structured group sessions for PHP and IOP clients with mental health and/or substance use disorder diagnoses.

 * Deliver evidence-based group content aligned with cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care principles.
 * Promote therapeutic engagement, healthy group dynamics, accountability, and peer support.
 * Accurately document group sessions, attendance, client participation, and relevant clinical observations in the Electronic Health Record within required program timelines.
 * Collaborate with the clinical and medical teams, including therapists, psychiatrists, medical providers, and case managers, to support coordinated and comprehensive care.
 * Observe and promptly report clinical, behavioral, medical, or safety concerns to the appropriate members of the treatment team.
 * Support the creation and maintenance of a safe, confidential, respectful, and recovery-focused treatment environment.
 * Maintain current knowledge of clinical best practices, HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, professional ethics, and applicable state regulations.
 * Participate in clinical meetings, supervision, staff training, and ongoing professional development.
 * Follow organizational policies, clinical protocols, documentation standards, and applicable accreditation requirements.