Facilitator

Action for Children; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Action for Children in Columbus, OH seeks a part-time Triple P Facilitator to deliver evidence-based parenting programs across several counties. The role averages about 20 hours weekly with mornings and evenings, primarily Tuesday through Thursday, designed to meet the needs of participating families and community partners.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree and experience facilitating groups, with strong organizational and communication skills, and comfort with technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Child Development/Early Childhood Education, or a related field.
• Experience facilitating program curriculum to adults in a group setting.
• Proficiency with technology, including database and spreadsheet applications and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work with families from diverse backgrounds with cultural responsiveness.
• Working knowledge of local and state community resources.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage both coordination and facilitation responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience proactively identifying and eliminating obstacles to program success.
• Excellent written, verbal, and formal presentation communication skills.
• Understanding of how intersecting systems of racial, gender, and class discrimination shape conditions for early childhood educators and the children and families they serve.

Responsibilities

• Attain mastery of the Triple P curriculum and deliver evidence-based parenting services in group, one-to-one, in-person, and virtual formats.
• Establish and facilitate Triple P parent education cohorts in a supportive group setting.
• Coordinate ongoing recruitment and outreach to program participants.
• Oversee administrative aspects of the program, including staffing, training, service delivery, and reporting.
• Ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting on program participants and outcomes.
• Submit required program documentation to Nationwide Children's Hospital (NCH), the funding agency for the project.
• Develop relationships with community organizations, parenting and early childhood system agencies, and local parenting partners.

Skills

Facilitation

Group setting experience

Cultural responsiveness

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Data/reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Counseling / Social Work / MFTH / Child Development or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Database & spreadsheets

Job description

Job Location: COLUMBUS, OH 43229. Position Type: Part Time. Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 Hourly.

ABOUT ACTION FOR CHILDREN

Action for Children (AFC) is the local childcare resource and referral agency in Central Ohio. Our mission is to transform the lives of children by supporting, empowering, and advocating for the adults who make the biggest impact on children's lives: their parents, caregivers, and teachers.

We foster a supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven culture in which staff are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, grow professionally, and contribute meaningfully to the well-being of families and communities.

Learn more at actionforchildren.org

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Triple P Facilitator, you will join AFC's team of parent education professionals delivering evidence-based programming in Delaware, Marion, Madison, and Union counties. This part-time role averages 20 hours per week with a flexible schedule, including morning and evening hours primarily Tuesday through Thursday, designed to meet the needs of participating families and community partners.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attain mastery of the Triple P curriculum and deliver evidence-based parenting services in group, one-to-one, in-person, and virtual formats
• Establish and facilitate Triple P parent education cohorts in a supportive group setting
• Coordinate ongoing recruitment and outreach to program participants
• Oversee administrative aspects of the program, including staffing, training, service delivery, and reporting
• Ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting on program participants and outcomes
• Submit required program documentation to Nationwide Children's Hospital (NCH), the funding agency for the project
• Develop relationships with community organizations, parenting and early childhood system agencies, and local parenting partners

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Child Development/Early Childhood Education, or a related field
• Experience facilitating program curriculum to adults in a group setting
• Proficiency with technology, including database and spreadsheet applications and the Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work with families of various backgrounds and cultures with cultural responsiveness
• Working knowledge of local and state community resources
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage both coordination and facilitation responsibilities
• Demonstrated experience proactively identifying and eliminating obstacles to program success
• Excellent written, verbal, and formal presentation communication skills
• Understanding of how intersecting systems of racial, gender, and class discrimination shape conditions for early childhood educators and the children and families they serve

Preferred: Candidates who reside in Delaware or Marion County are preferred, as these are the primary service areas for this role.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate builds rapport quickly with families from diverse backgrounds and is energized by community-based work. This person is a strong problem-solver who navigates a variety of situations with composure, brings the analytical mindset needed to manage both the facilitation and coordination sides of the role, and is comfortable with a flexible schedule.

BENEFITS

• Health coverage: Health, dental, and vision insurance beginning the first of the month after 30 days
• Paid time off: Vacation days, sick days, personal days, paid holidays, and floating holidays
• Retirement savings: 403(b) plan with an employer match of up to 1%
• Paid parental leave: 12 weeks of fully paid leave for birth, adoption, and foster placements

Action for Children is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.