Group Facilitator

DBT Group Facilitators – 2 PPT positions available

Experienced Allied Health Professionals (Psychologist 2, SW3, OT3, RMT, Art Therapist, Counsellor)

1 X 2 days per week (15 hours)

1 X 1 day per week (7.5 hours)

Two exciting opportunities have become available for a suitably qualified and experienced Allied Health Professional to join The Geelong Clinic as a group co-facilitator for the Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Day Program.

The Geelong Clinic is a Psychiatric Hospital offering a range of inpatient, day programs and outreach services for individuals experiencing mental health problems. Located on the outskirts of Geelong within close proximity to spectacular coastal attractions, the clinic has a number of accredited Psychiatrists supported by a skilled multidisciplinary team of nursing, allied health, administration and domestic services staff. Onsite parking available.

The DBT Group Facilitator role involves co-facilitation of the DBT Skills Group which runs as a full day group program twice weekly. There will also be group planning between modules, and Case Consult with DBT clinicians. You will work in a multidisciplinary team, supported by other experienced mental health professionals.

Essential Criteria

• Relevant tertiary qualification in an allied health profession and current registration or professional membership (e.g. AHPRA, AASW, PACFA)
• Experience facilitating therapeutic groups
• DBT training or strong working knowledge of DBT skills and theory
• Experience working with individuals with complex mental health needs (e.g. emotion dysregulation, self-harm, suicidality)
• Risk assessment and management skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and manage group dynamics
• Competence in clinical documentation
• Commitment to trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care

Desirable Criteria

• Formal DBT training
• Experience delivering DBT programs or co-facilitating DBT groups
• Familiarity with DBT Case Consult
• Experience in community or non-acute mental health settings
• Experience working with individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder or other personality disorders

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate DBT skills groups in line with evidence-based protocols
• Plan and deliver structured, engaging and accessible group sessions
• Support application and generalisation of DBT skills
• Monitor progress and complete clinical documentation
• Conduct risk assessment and maintain participant safety
• Manage group dynamics and therapeutic boundaries
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team as needed
• Maintain DBT model fidelity and participate in consultation
• Contribute to program evaluation and service improvement
• Deliver culturally safe, trauma-informed, neuro-affirming care

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application process. Please include a cover letter and your CV along with the contact details of two professional references

Enquiries: Ph: 0352400700