Group Facilitator

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY: The Group Facilitator is responsible for the overall preparation and facilitation of quality IPAEP groups. S/he will display and encourage the character traits of honesty, respect, caring and responsibility in the fulfillment of all job duties.

Program/Department Responsibility:

• Facilitate IPAEP groups as assigned
• Ensure that all groups are in compliance with approved curriculum
• Ensure that all groups are consistent with DPH, and IPAEP standards, policies and procedures
• Complete client assessments
• Make necessary referrals to outside agencies or departments as needed.
• Participate in scheduled supervision and other IPAEP meetings as assigned.
• Maintain and file client data and information as assigned
• Complete monthly client report

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Adhere to all fiscal policies and procedures such as petty cash purchase orders, vouchers and employee expenses as requested.

Ensure that the program areas meet the highest standards of cleanliness and maintenance.

• Attend IPAEP meetings as assigned.
• Attend the OCC meetings as assigned.
• Actively participate in the Y’s Annual Strong Kid’s campaign.

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fundraising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

To enhance the overall operation of the Old Colony Y and support team work, the Group Facilitator will accept additional responsibilities as assigned.

467 Chesire Rd, Pittsfield , Massachusetts 02101 , United States

• High school diploma or equivalency required
• Good oral and written presentation skills
• Experience working with adults, at-risk populations, or offenders is helpful
• Successful completion of a minimum of 24 hours of DPH-approved IPAEP training
• Observation of at least 6 hours of IPAEP group sessions from a DPH-approved training program
• Successful completion of a domestic violence victim service agency training as defined by MGL. Ch 233, 20K
• Must be able to sit, stand, bend and walk during the work day

County Community Correction Centers
- Pittsfield

$25.50 - $26.50 / hour

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