Trauma-Informed Counselor & Support Group Facilitator

YWCA USA; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

Pension Retirement Plan

403(b) Retirement Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Job summary

The YWCA Greater Harrisburg is seeking a full-time Counselor and Support Group Facilitator to provide trauma-informed, empowerment-based support to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and related trauma. The role includes individual counseling and leading support groups in a collaborative advocacy setting.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, referrals, documentation, and participation in team meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or related field, plus at least two years of relevant counseling or direct service experience.
• Commitment to empowerment-based, survivor-centered, and trauma-informed care.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle for travel throughout Dauphin and Perry Counties (mileage reimbursed).
• Current FBI, Pennsylvania Child Abuse, and Pennsylvania State Police Clearances.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed, non-clinical support and individual counseling to survivors and their non-offending loved ones.
• Facilitate in-house and community-based support and psychoeducational groups.
• Collaborate with advocacy staff to connect participants with resources, safety planning, and referrals.
• Coordinate the annual support group schedule and maintain confidential client documentation.
• Provide crisis intervention, hotline support, shelter services, and medical/legal accompaniments.
• Serve as an on-call advocate and participate in team meetings, case reviews, and community outreach.
• Support program evaluation and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Counseling experience

Advocacy

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or related field

Tools

Case management software

Job description

The YWCA Greater Harrisburg is seeking a full-time Counselor and Support Group Facilitator to provide trauma-informed, empowerment-based support to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and related trauma. The role includes individual counseling and leading support groups in a collaborative advocacy setting.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, referrals, documentation, and participation in team meetings.