Family Prevention Programs Facilitator - Evening Sessions

Whatcom County; Bellingham (WA); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Whatcom County’s WSU Cooperative Extension Office is seeking trained facilitators to lead multi-week family prevention trainings for county families and youth. Facilitators may deliver Strengthening Families or Guiding Good Choices curricula, guiding parents and youth through skills, strategies, and activities.

Evening sessions, typically 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at school sites or online, run 5-7 weeks. Qualifications include certification, experience with youth/families, background checks, and a

Qualifications

• Certification as a Guiding Good Choices Facilitator and/or Strengthening Families Facilitator through WSU Extension.
• Experience working with youth and/or families required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in education or a related field preferred.
• Background check must meet County criteria.
• Required to complete a Disclosure of Crimes Against Children or Vulnerable Adults.
• Knowledge regarding child development, behavior management and group dynamics.
• Possess a knowledge and understanding of basic parenting skills and family dynamics.
• Ability to be a positive role model to families.
• Ability to facilitate groups of parents and/or children.
• Dependability.
• Work effectively in team environment with positive attitude and collaborate with others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and facilitate weekly program sessions using the established curriculum.
• Present program content and lead interactive discussions, activities, role-plays, and skills practice.
• Create a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Encourage participant engagement, discussion, and participation.
• Guide participants in practicing and applying skills addressed in the curriculum.
• Facilitate group and family activities and help participants connect program concepts to their daily lives.
• Manage session logistics, materials, attendance, and basic program documentation.
• Follow program guidelines and deliver the curriculum consistently.
• Track participant attendance and conduct participant evaluations as directed by County Extension Educator.
• Complete reports as needed.
• Communicate with program staff regarding participant needs, program activities, and session concerns.

Skills

Youth experience

Group facilitation

Public speaking

Team collaboration

Behavior management

Child development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education

Job description

Whatcom County’s WSU Cooperative Extension Office is seeking trained facilitators to lead multi-week family prevention trainings for county families and youth. Facilitators may deliver Strengthening Families or Guiding Good Choices curricula, guiding parents and youth through skills, strategies, and activities.

Evening sessions, typically 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at school sites or online, run 5-7 weeks. Qualifications include certification, experience with youth/families, background checks, and a