Co-facilitator job description

Education for Counselor Level: High School Diploma with 4000 hours of working with children and families under the direct clinical supervision of a licensed mental health professional; Bachelor’s degree with 2000 hours of working with children and families under the direct clinical supervision of a licensed mental health professional or Bachelor's degree in behavioral health or related field and completed a practicum or internship that requires direct interaction with adults or children and is focused on behavioral sciences or related fields or; Master’s degree in human services related field.

Experience: Demonstrated ability to work with children and families experiencing mental health issues in a direct care/counseling role. At least 2 years of prior outdoor leadership experience. Willingness to get trained and certified in technical skills as needed. Experience with one or more of the following activities, hiking, orienteering, kayaking/canoeing, survival skills, backpacking, canoe/kayak camping, snowshoeing or biking.

Skills & Knowledge: Familiar with a variety of counseling techniques and theories to aid in the care and treatment of individuals with mental health needs such as: behavior modifications for children, child development education, communication, decision-making skills, anger management, social skills, leisure and self-esteem.

GMFS has a competitive compensation and benefits package for fulltime including health insurance, paid leave time, 403b retirement plan with match after one year, employer paid basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, long term disability, short term disability, vision, dental, wellness program, NICE Healthcare, EAP and paid parental leave. Clinical Supervision is offered with a board certified clinical supervisor as you work toward your own professional license as a Therapist (LICSW, LMFT, LPCC) which is a $4,000-$5,000 dollar benefit, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, Adler Master Graduate School Partnership (up to 30% discounts) and much more. Part-time: Nice Healthcare, 403b retirement plan with prorated match after one year and EAP.

GMFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account.

Location: Queens

● Co-Facilitate a weekly course with ILSP group members (12-16 people) once a week for 12 weeks and complete progress notes contemporaneously
● Ensure all required documents (i.e. waivers) are signed for each member upon initial group attendance.
● Group lasts for 2.5 hours with members and requires staff to arrive 15 minutes early to set up and half hour clean up afterwards. For example a group that runs 4PM-6:30PM would require staff to be on hand from 3:45pm to 7PM.
● Help create and support a group setting that allows for members to feel comfortable and open in sharing with the process of becoming more independent
● Support individuals with any necessary collateral contacts which may include family members/caregivers, service coordinators or mental health professionals.
● Provide neutral feedback and discussion around ILSP curriculum topics during sessions for members to make educated decisions for themselves that focuses on self-direction and self-determination (see curriculum list)
● Participate in meetings with program supervisor as needed.
● Ensure the mental and physical health and safety of all group members
● Attend all mandatory YAI staff training and OPWDD mandated trainings (annual)
● Help maintain an accurate attendance record

Compensation

● Co-Facilitators are compensated $87.50 per group session
● Additionally, you will also be compensated as per the number of progress notes you complete per group session: For 1-6 notes, you will be paid $26.25. For 7-10 notes you will be paid $43.75. For 11-16 notes you will be paid $70 and for 17-20 notes, you will be paid 87.50.
● You will also be compensated at hourly wage ($35/hr) for any facilitator meetings and mandatory trainings.
● If you are a current YAI non-exempt staff, you will be paid time and a half for supporting groups. You will also be paid time and a half for facilitator meetings.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will will serve as Co-trainer primarily focusing on training for the UCLA Health Ambulatory Practices. You will serve as a resource for new and existing staff for seeking out information related to front and back-office duties. Monitor new hires progress throughout training by direct observation and routinely reviewing new hires progress throughout the Simulations. Conduct in-service and customized training session to address quality issues or changes in operating procedures. Assist in clinic on boarding process and expansion of Ambulatory Re-design initiatives thru the implementation of customized training programs for assigned staff. Must be willing and able to travel to multiple Ambulatory sites as needed.

+ Assist with preparation of training materials and presentations

+ Assist Facilitator in identifying and potential issues

+ Assist with Instructor led simulations

+ Assist trainers in orienting hew employees to UCLA Health System operating systems, software, processes, and job expectations

Qualifications

+ Must have prior experience working in an Ambulatory setting

+ Must have working knowledge of Electronic Health Record Systems

+ Working knowledge of clinical front desk operations that includes customer service and interpersonal relationships with physicians, patients, patient registration, appointment scheduling, managed care process, and contracting process.

+ Knowledge of UCLA systems is strongly preferred

+ Experience with various computer software and hardware including word-processing, knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, and the internet. Typing skills to prepare forms and correspondence with speed accuracy.

+ Skill in adapting to various learning styles and training methodologies.

+ Must possess Interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically with patients, staff and physicians; give and receive information. clarify policies, and mediate if necessary with patients, physicians, and technologists.

+ Ability to accept and carry out oral instructions accurately and convey information to new learners.

+ Ability to be flexible with working hours given adequate notice and in alignment with job demands.

UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

UCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person's unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.