What are the responsibilities and job description for the Abuse Intervention Program Group Facilitator position at Elijah Haven Crisis Intervention Center?
The Abuse Intervention Program (AIP) Group Facilitator co-leads weekly psychoeducational group sessions for individuals enrolled in a court-ordered or voluntary Abuse Intervention Program using the Family Peace Initiative (FPI) curriculum. Facilitators guide participants through structured lessons focused on accountability, nonviolence, healthy relationships, and behavior change while maintaining a compassionate, firm, and respectful group environment. This role requires strong group facilitation skills, the ability to engage participants through discussion and reflection, and a willingness to appropriately share personal insights to model accountability, growth, and respectful communication. The role also requires an ability to work in a team with another facilitator co-leading the group.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate weekly AIP group sessions using the Family Peace Initiative (FPI) curriculum
- Prepare for sessions by reviewing lesson content and objectives
- Create a structured, respectful, and safe group environment
- Encourage participation, discussion, and critical self-reflection
- Address minimization, denial, and harmful belief systems in a non-shaming manner
- Model healthy communication, emotional regulation, and accountability
- Maintain accurate attendance, participation notes, and required documentation
- Communicate with program staff and referral sources regarding participant progress or concerns
- Adhere to confidentiality, ethical standards, and AIP program policies
Required Qualifications
- Strong verbal communication and facilitation skills
- Compassionate, respectful, and firm interpersonal style
- Comfort leading difficult conversations and managing group dynamics
- Willingness to appropriately share personal experiences to support learning
- Reliability and ability to commit to a consistent weekly schedule
- Alignment with accountability-based, survivor-centered AIP principles
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience facilitating groups (AIP/BIP, psychoeducational, peer-led, or similar)
- Familiarity with the Family Peace Initiative (FPI)or similar AIP/BIP curricula
- Background in social work, counseling, psychology, criminal justice, or education
Additional Details
- This is a 1099 independent contractorposition
- Paid training and curriculum support provided
- Hours may very occasionally extending to 5:30 PM-8 PM or other
How to Apply
Please submit a resume and brief statement of interest to .orgwith the subject line "AIP Facilitator Application."
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25