Group Facilitator

Position Summary

The group facilitator ensures group work in the agency’s abuse intervention programs is aligned with the program’s philosophy and that program participants receive the full curriculum. The group facilitator works with program leadership to ensure that the goals, objectives, and work efforts of the program are consistent with the mission of House of Ruth Maryland and advance the agency’s and program’s strategic goals and objectives.

In addition to co‑facilitating several groups per week, the group facilitator supports the program’s orientation sessions and conducts bio‑psycho‑social intake assessments with new participants. The group facilitator also assists with special projects such as curriculum development, training, and community outreach and provides backup coverage for other facilitators on an as‑needed basis. This position is responsible for building relationships with community partners to create and maintain opportunities for services to support program participants’ success in the Gateway Project.

This position’s primary work site is the agency’s Community Engagement Center in Baltimore City. The schedule is Monday 12 pm–10 pm, Tuesday 9 am–7 pm, Wednesday 12 pm–10 pm, and Thursday 11 am–9 pm. This schedule may be adjusted to ensure staff safety and uninterrupted service delivery.

• Facilitate psycho‑educational group sessions and provide backup coverage as required in accordance with the program’s curriculum and design.
• Conduct one‑on‑one sessions with participants as needed.
• Conduct bio‑psycho‑social intake assessments and orientation sessions.
• Consistently communicate with Parole & Probation agents and other referral partners regarding participant progress and status.
• Participate in group preparation, facilitation, and debrief, as well as peer review sessions with other group facilitators.

• Bachelor’s degree in a human service field is required.
• One year experience facilitating curriculum‑based groups, working with the criminal justice system, and/or engaging marginalized or oppressed groups is preferred.
• Client assessment, group work, project planning and conflict management skills required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and software to track participant progress and data.
• Applicants must be able to confidently work with a population that has a history of violent and criminal behaviors.
• Ability to understand intimate partner violence and how it affects the client population and ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds is a must.
• Must pass a Criminal Background Check.
• Must be violence‑free with no charges of violence within a minimum of three years; if ever charged with a domestically‑related crime, the applicant must have successfully completed a state‑certified abuse intervention program.

• Experience in direct service provision within the community.
• Knowledge and understanding of intimate partner and/or sexual violence.
• Knowledge of local human services and housing resources.
• Demonstrated crisis de‑escalation skills.

House of Ruth Maryland offers a comprehensive Total Rewards Package that will include, but is not limited to, medical insurance, prescription plan, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, life insurance, 403(b) retirement savings plan, and Employee Assistance Program.

House of Ruth Maryland upholds the mission of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission by being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment and will not be excluded because of color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or age.