Peer Led Group Facilitator (Newberry)

KG Workforce Solutions, LLC; Newberry (SC); On-site; USD 4,000 - 5,200; Part time

Job summary

KG Workforce Solutions, LLC invites applications for a Peer-Led Group Facilitator to support survivors of intimate partner violence through weekly, structured group sessions in a community setting. This part-time, in-person role focuses on compassionate peer counseling and linking clients with IPV services.

Responsibilities include conducting weekly 1.5-hour sessions, maintaining attendance and statistics, and timely data entry.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work and/or counseling (LPC) required.
• Experience in trauma-informed group work.
• Direct service experience with survivors of IPV.
• Knowledge of IPV issues.
• Training in individual, family, and group theory and dynamics.
• Ability to relate in a non-judgmental, supportive manner to individuals and groups with multiple problems.
• Valid driver’s license and adequate personal vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Receive community peer support group referrals and assess for IPV services.
• Facilitate a weekly group session for 1 ½ hours.
• Maintain records of group attendance, group forms, and monthly family violence statistics.
• Input direct service and collateral time into client database management system in a timely manner.
• Attend Victim Service Provider (VSP) training each year to remain in compliance and active status as a VSP.
• Attend required clinical group meetings.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Trauma-informed group work

Empathy and active listening

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Master’s degree in social work or counseling (LPC)

Job description

Well-suited to a position that takes little of your time but allows you to help your community in a big way? You could be perfect for the role of Peer-Led Group Facilitator! In this role, you will interact with members of the community who have survived intimate partner violence and counsel them together in a safe, understanding group. Be the reason that someone has the ability to improve their life!

Position Summary

Provide peer support group counseling to survivors of intimate partner violence residing in the community.

Responsibilities

• Receive community peer support group referrals, assess for IPV services.
• Facilitate a group session on a weekly basis for a period of 1 ½ hours.
• Maintain records of group attendance, group forms, and monthly family violence statistics.
• Input direct service and collateral time into client database management system in a timely manner.
• Attend Victim Service Provider (VSP) training each year to remain in compliance and active status as a VSP.
• Attendance at required clinical group meetings.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master’s degree in social work and/or counseling (LPC).
• Experience in trauma-informed group work and group dynamics.
• Direct service experience working with survivors experiencing IPV.
• Knowledge and understanding of the issue of IPV.
• Training in individual, family, and group theory and dynamics.
• Ability to relate in a non-judgmental, supportive manner to individuals and groups with multiple problems.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and adequate personal vehicle insurance.

Preferred:

• Maintenance of SC SW/LPC licensure status & credentials and active membership in NSAW/ACA.
• Knowledge and understanding of the culture of the community/county/city.
• A vehicle to be used for work related travel.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Moderate to loud noise level
• Able to work under regular, moderate levels of stress
• Regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds

Job Type

Part-time

Pay

$77.25 per session/week

Work Location

In person