Group Facilitator

Job Title: Group Facilitator – Domestic Violence Intervention Programs (FVEP & Explore)

Location: Torrington and New Haven, Connecticut

Job Type: Part-Time/Full-Time

Reports To: Program Director or Clinical Supervisor

About the Programs:

The Family Violence Education Program (FVEP) and Explore are court-mandated domestic violence intervention and education programs operating under the oversight of the Connecticut Judicial Branch. These programs serve individuals who have been arrested for family violence-related offenses and are designed to promote accountability, healthy relationships, and non-violence through structured group interventions.

Position Summary:

The Group Facilitator is responsible for co-facilitating psychoeducational groups for individuals referred to the FVEP and Explore programs. The facilitator helps clients understand the dynamics of domestic violence, fosters meaningful engagement in the change process, and ensures compliance with curriculum standards and state regulations. This role involves group management, documentation, collaboration with court systems, and professional development within the domestic violence treatment field. This position would be on a per diem basis, covering both locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate weekly group sessions using a standardized, cognitive-behavioral, evidence-informed curriculum.
• Promote participant accountability, respectful communication, and behavioral change.
• Collaborate with a co-facilitator to ensure a balanced and trauma-informed approach.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, participation, and progress notes.
• Prepare reports for the Judicial Branch and communicate with probation and court personnel as needed.
• Respond to challenging behaviors in a professional, non-confrontational manner.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing training sessions.
• Stay current with best practices in domestic violence intervention and cultural competency.
• Other tasks as developed with supervisor/contractor

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree preferred, Bachelor’s degree required (Social Science, Human Services, or related field)
• Experience facilitating groups or working with domestic violence, behavioral health, or justice-involved populations (preferred).
• Strong communication, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of the dynamics of intimate partner violence and the criminal justice system.
• Commitment to trauma-informed, gender-responsive, and culturally competent practices.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft programs, and computer skills
• Ability to navigate agency EHR and court database