Mental Health Group Facilitator - Associates and Therapists (ACSW/AMFT/APCC and Above)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $40-$45 per hour

Looking for Mental Health Counselors, Associates and Therapists (ACSW/AMFT/APCC and Above)!

Are you passionate about helping individuals take their first step toward healing?

At Guiding Hands Healthcare, we specialize in creating safe, supportive spaces for clients who are new to mental health or substance use treatment. Were looking for compassionate, grounded clinicians who can meet clients where theyre at, whether theyre in early recovery, just starting therapy, or exploring group support for the first time.

Position: Mental Health Group Facilitator

We are hiring Master's level ACSWs, AMFTs, APCCs, and Licensed Therapists to lead psychoeducational and skills-based groups for clients.

What We Offer:

• Paid group facilitation and documentation time
• Weekly supervision (group and individual)
• Ongoing training on client engagement, group management, and trauma-informed care
• Opportunities to grow into specialized or advanced group work
• Direct mentorship from our founder, Kimberly Lou, an Integrative Life Mentor, Health Coach, LAADC, and PhD student

What you'll do:

• Facilitate beginner-friendly, structured group sessions focused on topics such as:
• Understanding mental health & substance use
• Emotional regulation
• Coping skills & self-awareness
• Building trust in group settings
• Provide consistency, stability, and positive reinforcement
• Complete timely documentation and collaborate with the treatment team
• Participate in group and individual supervision

Ideal Candidate:

• Youre patient, encouraging, and trauma-informed
• You enjoy breaking down clinical concepts in relatable ways
• You value meeting clients with empathy and zero judgment
• You can maintain boundaries while creating a welcoming environment

Qualifications:

• Registered associate (ACSW, AMFT, APCC) or Licensed Therapist (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC)
• At least 1+ years of experience in MH/SUD settings (internship or practicum included)
• Comfortable facilitating groups of 412 clients
• EMDR Certified therapists are strongly preferred and are eligible for an additional compensation bonus.
• Must pass background, TB, drug screening, and provide liability insurance

Schedule & Location:

• Flexible scheduling: 615 hours/week to start
• Monday-Fridays, 10:00 AM 3:00 PM
• Additional on-call availability during weekdays is a plus
• Opportunities in both San Diego and Orange County (Monday-Sunday including holidays for Orange County)
• Locations: Torrey Pines, La Jolla, Pacific Beach, Del Cerro, Clairemont, Bay Park, Oak Park

Make the first steps count.
If youre ready to help clients feel seen, safe, and supported from day one, wed love to meet you.