Job Description

The Domestic Violence (DV) Facilitator oversees programs designed to address and rehabilitate individuals who have perpetrated domestic violence. They lead educational sessions and group discussions to help individuals understand the impact of their actions, learn non-violent conflict resolution techniques, and develop skills for healthy relationships. The facilitator collaborates with legal and social service agencies, maintains accurate program records, and ensures compliance with program requirements and standards. Through their guidance and support, they aim to promote accountability, rehabilitation, and the prevention of future violence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in clinical psychology, social work, or related field preferred.
• One year of experience in a treatment setting preferred.
• Experience facilitating group sessions.
• Domestic Violence Facilitator certification preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• A valid California driver’s license is required of staff who have regular driving duties, and the driving record must meet the requirements of their position and be approved by the agency’s insurance company.

Essential Job Functions:

• Ability to instruct in group and individual settings.
• Ability to communicate in oral and written form.
• Ability to work in a harmonious manner with subordinates, supervisors, and others.
• Physical, mental and emotional health adequate to perform duties.
• Effectively engage with challenging clients mandated by court order to participate in training sessions.
• Possess the ability to motivate clients to successfully complete program.
• Must possess knowledge of mental health programs and community resources.
• Possess knowledge and adhere to all applicable legal and ethical issues.
• Ability to work effectively with cultural/ethnic diversity.

Responsibilities:

• Provide group facilitation to meet community needs i.e. domestic violence, etc.
• Conduct community presentations on various agency programs as requested
• Participate in appropriate community meetings as an agency representative.
• Complete charting, quarterly, monthly statistics and summaries of treatment for clients as needed.
• Ongoing evaluation of group schedules with adjustments made as necessary to align with program requirements and objectives.

• Responsible for preventing and controlling infection.
• Responsible for maintaining a culture of quality and safety.
• Effectively use de-escalation skills and techniques for crisis prevention.
• Properly administer the C-SSRS to help prevent suicide.
• Interaction is appropriate and sensitive to client’s culture. Interaction is appropriate with client’s developmental level.

Other:

• Attend all required meetings and trainings.
• Report any suspected child or dependent adult/elder abuse or neglect immediately to direct supervisor or utilize the chain of command if supervisor is unavailable.
• Report any client imminent danger to self or to others or gravely disabled immediately to direct supervisor or utilize the chain of command if supervisor is unavailable.
• Other duties as assigned.

We are a nonprofit organization with a mission to strengthen families and communities by transforming lives! We are currently recruiting for a Domestic Violence Group Facilitator for our Adult Community Service program, who is ready to make a difference in the lives of others!

Why Sierra Vista?
Our supportive, caring environment extends not only to our clients and families, but to our valued staff as well. Employees from a number of disciplines work together in a collaborative, stimulating environment that is a model for quality care.

Sierra Vista Child & Family Services offers:

• Health Insurance Coverage - SVCFS offers a comprehensive health benefits package which includes medical dental vision coverage, and an employer paid life insurance policy.
• 2 weeks of vacation, 11 paid holidays, 12 sick days upon accrual.
• Employee Assistance Plan unlimited access to professional consultants for money management, family counseling, legal advice and many other areas.
• Optional 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Clinical Supervision for state licensure.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Non-Profit Student Loan Forgiveness.
• Salary Increases each year.
• Supportive/collaborative work environment.
• Discounts are available to employees for gym memberships, with cellphone plan providers and other discounted perks.

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