Clinical Facilitator for Support Group - Mini

Clinical Facilitator for Support Group Ministry & Training
Location: The Riverside Church in the City of New York
Reports to: Rev. Tim Dalton, Minister for Congregational Care and Older Adults
Department: Membership, Care and Parish Life
Scheduled Work Week: Per Diem
Salary Range: $425 - $892.50 Monthly Stipend
Schedule: Hybrid

Job Summary

The Riverside Church is seeking a Clinical Facilitator for Support Group Ministry & Training to provide clinical leadership, program development, and facilitation for support groups designed to foster emotional healing, spiritual growth, and meaningful community connection.

This role integrates professional mental health practices with faith-based care to support individuals navigating grief, caregiving, and life transitions. This role will also equip facilitators, strengthen program infrastructure, and ensure a safe, structured, and spiritually grounded group experience for all participants.

Responsibilities

1. Group Facilitation & Program Leadership

• Design and lead structured, clinically informed support groups (e.g., grief, caregiving, and community support)

• Facilitate virtual sessions using best practices in group dynamics and emotional care

• Create safe, non-judgmental environments that encourage healing, reflection, and connection

• Integrate faith, scripture, and spiritual practices into group experiences

• Monitor group progress and adapt facilitation approaches to meet participant needs

2. Training & Development

• Develop and lead facilitator training sessions for staff and volunteer leaders

• Equip facilitators with tools in active listening, pastoral care, group management, conflict navigation, and trauma-informed practices

• Create structured curriculum, session outlines, and facilitation guides

• Support facilitators in building confidence and effectiveness in leading groups

3. Consultation & Ongoing Support

• Provide ongoing coaching and consultation to group facilitators

• Lead post-session debriefs and reflective discussions

• Offer guidance on complex group dynamics and sensitive pastoral situations

• Analyze program effectiveness through surveys and participant feedback

• Develop strategic recommendations for program growth and improvement

Core Competencies

• Strong background in grief counseling, group facilitation, or clinical mental health

• Ability to integrate faith-based and clinical approaches

• Skilled in training, coaching, and leadership development

• Deep understanding of group dynamics and emotional safety

• Compassionate, empathetic, and culturally responsive approach

Qualifications

• Licensed mental health professional (e.g., LCSW, LMHC) or equivalent experience

• Experience facilitating group therapy or support groups

• Background in faith-based or spiritually integrated care preferred

• Strong communication and leadership skills

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Riverside Church is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No employee or applicant for employment shall be discriminated against in any term or condition of employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are constantly striving to make our organization anti-racist. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. As an employee, you become part of that mission. We expect this same commitment from our staff.