SPARCS Facilitator

Youth Advocate Programs Inc.; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Vision

Voluntary Dental

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Pet Insurance

Flexible Schedules

Weekly Pay

Direct Deposit

Flexible Schedules

Job summary

A community-focused organization in New Brunswick, NJ seeks a SPARCS Facilitator for part-time hourly work. The role involves providing structured, trauma-informed group services to youth experiencing emotional challenges, managing groups, and documenting progress. Candidates should hold a relevant master's degree and have experience in group facilitation. Benefits include various voluntary insurance plans, flexible schedules, and retirement options. Bilingual applicants are encouraged, with travel required for community engagement.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field with experience.
• Experience in providing therapeutic group sessions preferred.
• Ability to manage group dynamics effectively.
• Ability to manage group dynamics, maintain a safe and supportive environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organized, reliable, and able to maintain accurate documentation
• Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance coverage
• Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Facilitate structured trauma-informed group services.
• Document youth's progress and address their needs.
• Ensure a safe and supportive environment.

Skills

Group facilitation

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organized

Reliable transportation

Bilingual (Spanish speaking)

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field

Job description

Middlesex County NJ
35 Elizabeth St
Suite 2A and 2B
New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA

Status: Part-Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of the Position: SPARCS Facilitator provides structured, trauma-informed group services to youth and adolescents experiencing stress, trauma, or emotional challenges, using the SPARCS evidence-based and program curriculum.

• SPARCS Facilitator manages groups, including following program curriculum and guidelines and documenting each youth’s progress in the sessions through case notes.
• SPARCS Facilitator will address the needs of the youth receiving services.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related field with experience related to selected instructional topics
• Experience providing group facilitation, skill-building sessions, or therapeutic style groups preferred
• Prior work with youth and at-risk youth is strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage group dynamics, maintain a safe and supportive environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organized, reliable, and able to maintain accurate documentation
• Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage
• Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus

Benefits Available:

• Voluntary Vision
• Voluntary Dental
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Weekly Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Schedules

Travel Required

Yes . Possible Travel in the community or for meetings

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.