Trauma-Informed Counselor & Survivor Support Facilitator

YWCA of Greater Harrisburg; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Pension Retirement Plan

403(b) Retirement Plan

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 emotional support and advocacy to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and related trauma.

The role includes individual counseling and facilitating groups, collaborating with the advocacy team to connect participants with resources, safety planning, and referrals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social services field with 2+ years of counseling experience.
• Commitment to survivor-centered, trauma-informed care.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle for travel in Dauphin/Perry Counties.

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

Counseling

Advocacy

Group facilitation

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Time management

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work / Psychology / Human Services

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 emotional support and advocacy to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and related trauma.

The role includes individual counseling and facilitating groups, collaborating with the advocacy team to connect participants with resources, safety planning, and referrals.