Group Facilitator

Free Baltimore, LLC.; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Free Baltimore, LLC. in Baltimore seeks a Group Facilitator to lead CBT-based sessions for youth and adults reentering society.

You will guide participants through cognitive distortions, emotion regulation, and pro-social decision making in a structured group setting. The role emphasizes reliability, empathy, and clear boundaries to support employment readiness, conflict resolution, and rebuilding family ties.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of CBT techniques and their application in group settings.
• Experience with justice-involved individuals or at-risk youth preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to relate to diverse populations.
• Punctuality and reliability in scheduling and session delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead CBT groups for youth and adult cohorts.
• Support reentry transitions: employment readiness, conflict resolution, and rebuilding family dynamics.
• Foster a safe, non-judgemental environment where participants feel heard and motivated to change.
• Maintain brief, accurate session notes to monitor progress.

Skills

CBT Knowledge

Justice-involved experience

Empathy & communication

Reliability

Job description

Free Baltimore is a culturally sensitive and responsive LGBTQ inclusive organization that provides a non– judgmental & affirming environment offering evaluation, education, counseling, support, rehabilitation and recovery to individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds suffering from mental/behavioral health challenges.Free Baltimore provides individuals/families a safe place to get unstuck, gain clarity, take control of their lives, transform & become the best version of THEMSELVES!

Description

About the Role

Free Baltimore is seeking a passionate, grounded, and skilledGroup Facilitatorto lead transformative sessions for our community members. This role is specifically designed for someone who believes in second chances and is dedicated to supporting youth and adults as they navigate the transition from incarceration back into society.

As a facilitator, you won’t just be "teaching"—you’ll be providing the tools and mental frameworks necessary for successful reentry throughCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)principles. This is an ideal position for a community-minded professional looking to make a direct, tangible impact on Baltimore’s future.

Schedule & Commitment

Sessions are held during the following times (candidates must be available for all slots):

• Monday:10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Thursday:3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate CBT Groups:Lead structured sessions for both youth and adult cohorts, focusing on identifying cognitive distortions, emotional regulation, and pro-social decision-making.
• Support Reentry Transitions:Address the unique challenges of returning citizens, including employment readiness, conflict resolution, and rebuilding family dynamics.
• Foster a Safe Environment:Create a non-judgemental space where participants feel heard, respected, and motivated to change.
• Track Progress:Maintain brief, accurate session notes to monitor participant engagement and growth.

Qualifications

• CBT Knowledge:Solid understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Treatment techniques and their application in group settings.
• Relevant Experience:Experience working with justice-involved individuals or at-risk youth is highly preferred.
• Communication Style:Ability to relate to diverse populations with empathy, authority, and authenticity.
• Reliability:Punctuality is a must, as our participants rely on the consistency of these sessions.

Why Join Free Baltimore?

You will be joining a team that views "giving back" as a core mission. We provide the platform; you provide the inspiration and the insight that helps our neighbors turn the page to a new chapter.