Position Summary
The Day Treatment Group Facilitator provides structured, therapeutic, and skills‑building group services for youth enrolled in the Day Treatment Program. The facilitator helps maintain a safe, supportive, and trauma‑informed environment while implementing evidence‑based curricula, supporting behavioral regulation, and promoting social‑emotional development. This role works in collaboration with clinical, educational, and support staff to ensure consistent program delivery.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Facilitate daily therapeutic, psychoeducational, and skills‑based groups following approved curricula and treatment plans.
- Maintain a structured and supportive environment that promotes emotional regulation and safety.
- Support youth in developing coping skills, communication skills, and prosocial behavior.
- Implement trauma‑informed strategies and adhere to behavior intervention plans as assigned.
- Accurately complete attendance, group notes, and other required documentation according to agency, regulatory, and payer standards.
- Report client progress, concerns, or significant incidents to clinical and administrative leadership in a timely manner.
- Assist in crisis‑prevention and de‑escalation using approved techniques.
- Participate in staff meetings, training, and required supervision.
- Support daily programming needs including incentives, supplies, and reinforcement systems.
- Uphold agency policies, ethical standards, and state regulations.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Education).
- Experience working with youth in behavioral health, education, or social services strongly preferred.
- Strong communication, rapport‑building, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain calm and professional in crisis or challenging situations.
- Understanding of trauma‑informed care principles preferred.
- Must pass all background checks and meet compliance requirements.
Core Competencies
- Trauma‑Informed Practice
- Group Facilitation
- Youth Engagement
- Professionalism & Boundaries
- Crisis Prevention & Response
- Documentation Accuracy
- Team Collaboration
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, or move throughout the program day.
- Ability to assist in crisis response per training requirements.
- Ability to lift up to 20 lbs when needed.
Work Environment
- Fast‑paced therapeutic group setting serving youth with behavioral and emotional needs.
- Requires flexibility, patience, and a supportive team‑centered approach.
ACE Wellness Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
About Us
At ACE Wellness Center it is our mission to serve adults, children, and their families with high-quality, innovative, and individualize care that will lead to a life filled with Fortitude and fulfillment. Our philosophy emphasizes the importance of accountability, courage, and enlightenment to guide each individual in their healing journey. We strive to influence and assist individuals so that they can maneuver the direction of their own lives in a community-based Setting.
ACE Wellness Center is comprised of five different components. We have our ace wellness medical center. We have our alternative medicine clinic. We have Our rejuvenating beauty clinic. We have our individual and family Therapeutic services. We Also have
ACE Wellness Corp. which is our nonprofit sector in which we take donations and grants to cover cost for the families we serve.
At ACE Wellness Center we take pride in the staff that we hire. Our staff goes through extensive training to be credentialed in order to serve our families. The staff here at Ace give their clients quality care that comes from a place of empathy, integrity, and diligence. We take pride in treating our clients with the Upmost respect, devotion, and benevolence.
We have five distinctive ways to serve you, please let us know which way we can help you the most. We look forward to working with you and your family. Contact Our intake department today to start making the highest and best changes of your life.