Peer-Led Group Facilitator

Well-suited to a position that takes little of your time but allows you to help your community in a big way? You could be perfect for the role of Peer-Support Group Facilitator! In this role, you will interact with members of the community who have survived intimate partner violence and counsel them together in a safe, understanding group. Be the reason that someone has the ability to improve their life! Apply today.

Position Summary:

Provide peer support group counseling to survivors of intimate partner violence residing in the community.

Responsibilities:

• Receive community peer support group referrals, assess for IPV services.
• Facilitate a group session on a weekly basis for a period of 1 ½ hours.
• Maintain records of group attendance, group forms, and monthly family violence statistics.
• Input direct service and collateral time into client database management system in a timely manner.
• Attend twelve (6) hours of Victim Service Provider (VSP) training each year to remain in compliance and active status as a VSP.
• Attendance at required clinical group meetings.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master’s degree in social work and/or counseling (LPC).
• Experience in trauma-informed group work and group dynamics.
• Direct service experience working with survivors experiencing IPV.
• Knowledge and understanding of the issue of IPV.
• Training in individual, family, and group theory and dynamics.
• Ability to relate in a non-judgmental, supportive manner to individuals and groups with multiple problems.
• Possession of a valid South Carolina driver’s license and adequate personal vehicle insurance.

Preferred:

• Maintenance of SC SW/LPC licensure status & credentials and active membership in NSAW/ACA.
• Knowledge and understanding of the culture of the community/county/city.
• A vehicle to be used for work-related travel and vehicle insurance.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Moderate to loud noise level
• Able to work under regular, moderate levels of stress
• Regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds

Work Schedule: Thursdays at 6 pm-7:30 pm

Job Type: Part-time