Lead Group Facilitator & Child Witness Program Coordinator

Ontario Association of Interval & Transition Houses; Richmond Hill; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Sandgate Women’s Shelter of York Region Inc. is seeking a part-time Group Coordinator & Lead Facilitator to support child witnesses and mothers through crisis counselling, safety planning, and group work across Jackson’s Point and Richmond Hill.

The role requires coordinating Let’s Talk Child Witness Program groups and other Sandgate programs, while maintaining trauma-informed, culturally sensitive practice.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in a relevant discipline (Social work, social services).
• 2+ years of direct service skills (counselling, crisis line, group) in gender-based violence support services.
• 2+ years of direct service skills in youth and/or children’s services.
• Knowledge of effects of witnessing violence on child development; trauma-informed approach; understanding of social services and legal systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide early intervention and support to child witnesses and mothers through crisis counselling and group facilitation.
• Plan, organize, and facilitate Let’s Talk Child Witness Program groups across York Region.
• Co-facilitate other Sandgate group programs and manage program planning within budgetary constraints.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure safety, dignity, and culturally sensitive service delivery.
• Lead outreach activities, liaise with service providers, schools, and community organizations.

Skills

Crisis counselling

Group facilitation

Advocacy

Crisis intervention

Education

Post-secondary degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Sandgate Women’s Shelter of York Region Inc. is seeking a part-time Group Coordinator & Lead Facilitator to support child witnesses and mothers through crisis counselling, safety planning, and group work across Jackson’s Point and Richmond Hill.

The role requires coordinating Let’s Talk Child Witness Program groups and other Sandgate programs, while maintaining trauma-informed, culturally sensitive practice.