DV Group Facilitator- Bridgeport

Community Resources For Justice (CRJ); Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Resources For Justice (CRJ) in Bridgeport, CT, seeks a part-time per diem facilitator to lead domestic violence groups referred by court or probation. The role includes clinical and administrative duties, with some evenings or weekends.

Requires supervision; Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field, with DV experience; Master’s preferred. Collaboration with staff and other providers is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree holders must have a minimum of three years of experience in domestic violence.
• Master’s degree candidates must have a minimum of one year experience in domestic violence.
• Group leadership and facilitation experience with the ability to collaborate with co-facilitator and other staff is required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Domestic Violence related groups.
• Complete and maintain accurate records and required reports on clients’ progress and services.
• Collaborate with other treatment providers and staff.
• Attend clinical supervision and trainings as required.

Skills

Group facilitation

Collaboration

Clinical supervision

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field

Master’s degree in progress or related field

Job description

About the role

Provide group facilitation for domestic violence programs for court/probation referrals. Part Time/ Per Diem. Hours encompass Clinical as well as administrative responsibilities. Some evening or weekend hours will be required. Requires Clinical supervision which will be provided by CRJ/FRE and state appointed supervisor. Clinical work load may vary with number of court referrals and funding availability.

What you’ll do

Facilitate Domestic Violence related groups. Complete and maintain accurate records and reports regarding the clients’ progress, services provided, and other required information. Work collaboratively with other treatment providers and other staff/programs. Attend clinical supervision and trainings as necessary per program requirements and contractual obligations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, CACD, or a closely related field; or be working towards a degree (Master’s preferred).
• Bachelors level applicants must possess a minimum of three years of experience working in the field of domestic violence.
• Masters level applicants must possess a minimum of one year experience in the field of domestic violence.
• Group leadership/facilitation experience and ability to collaborate with co-facilitator and other staff and personnel are required.
• Knowledge of CT criminal justice system and its clientele as well as area programs and resources, and working relationships with area providers are all desirable.