Adolescent Wellness Academy · 1 day ago
Art Facilitator – Adolescent PHP/IOP
Adolescent Wellness Academy (AWA) is seeking a Master’s-level Art Facilitator to lead structured, therapeutic art groups for adolescents ages 13–17 in their PHP and IOP programs. The role focuses on using art as a therapeutic modality to support emotional expression, regulation, identity development, and peer connection within a safe and supportive environment.
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Responsibilities
Facilitate therapeutic art-based groups within PHP and IOP levels of care
Design and deliver age-appropriate, clinically aligned art activities tied to treatment goals
Maintain group structure, emotional safety, and therapeutic boundaries
Engage adolescents with varying levels of motivation, attention, and emotional regulation
Manage group dynamics with confidence, presence, and professionalism
Collaborate closely with clinical, nursing, and program teams to support client progress
Complete all required group notes and documentation accurately and on time
Uphold a trauma-informed, youth-centered, and values-aligned group environment
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Art Therapy, Expressive Therapies, or a closely related field
Direct experience facilitating groups in a behavioral health, therapeutic, or structured treatment setting
Experience working with adolescents in mental health, residential, PHP/IOP, or similar environments
Strong group facilitation presence with the ability to engage resistant, guarded, or high-energy teens
Ability to work in-person at our Kendall, FL location
Preferred
Background in art therapy, expressive arts, or creative clinical interventions
Experience in adolescent mental health, trauma-informed care, or family systems
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Confident, grounded, and emotionally attuned facilitation style
Comfortable working within a multidisciplinary treatment team