Impactful PAR Group Co-Facilitator (12-Week Program)

John Howard Society of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

John Howard Society Toronto is seeking a contract PAR Group Facilitator to co-facilitate weekly PAR group sessions (male-female co-facilitation). The role supports a MAG-funded 12-week psycho-educational model addressing intimate partner violence and healthy relationship skills.

You will work under the PAR Team Leader and Director of Justice and Court Programs to identify client needs, document progress, and engage with community partners to enhance service delivery.

Qualifications

• BA/BSW degree in related discipline or equivalent experience
• Membership in good standing with Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
• Knowledge of IPV/DV intervention programs and related practices
• Experience with evidence-based counseling modalities and crisis intervention
• Understanding of social determinants of health including poverty, trauma, housing, mental health

Responsibilities

• Provide IPV/DV counseling in PAR Program using co-facilitation model.
• Identify and assess client risks/needs to develop care plans.
• Provide ongoing counseling and address client needs.
• Complete needs assessments, case-notes, exit interviews, and reports.
• Conduct outreach to community agencies and establish partnerships.
• Refer clients to other services as appropriate and maintain follow-up.
• Assist in program development by identifying service gaps.
• Ensure services are delivered efficiently via evaluation and teamwork.
• Participate in community networks, education and advocacy on IPV/GBV/DV.

Skills

IPV/DV knowledge

Counseling modalities

Crisis de-escalation

Group facilitation

MS Office

Diversity & inclusion

Communication skills

Community outreach

Vulnerable sector check

Education

BA/BSW in related field + experience

Ontario CSW/SSW membership

Gender studies/IPV familiarity

Job description

John Howard Society Toronto is seeking a contract PAR Group Facilitator to co-facilitate weekly PAR group sessions (male-female co-facilitation). The role supports a MAG-funded 12-week psycho-educational model addressing intimate partner violence and healthy relationship skills.

You will work under the PAR Team Leader and Director of Justice and Court Programs to identify client needs, document progress, and engage with community partners to enhance service delivery.