Program Facilitator

1 month ago


Newmarket, Ontario, Canada John Howard Society of York Region Full time
Salary: 31.71

JOB TITLE: Program Facilitator (Part-time/Relief)

PROGRAM: Partner Assault Response (PAR) Program

REPORTS TO: Adult Services Manager

The John Howard Society of York Region is a non-profit, charitable organization serving residents of the York Region. The organization works with individuals involved in any stage of criminal justice involvement and their families.

The function of this position is to facilitate sessions for the PAR Program. Facilitation will be delivered virtually, over the phone and in person.

The PAR Program is a psycho-educational program provided to individuals 18+ who have been referred due to their involvement with intimate partner violence. The program has two primary goals: to enhance safety and to increase accountability.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

  • Deliver programming to clients participating in the PAR Program via group and one-on-one sessions
  • Facilitate daytime, evening, and weekend program sessions, as required, virtually, over the phone, and at various locations in the community
  • Prepare and develop materials for group sessions
  • Complete all required reports and training, as directed by the supervisor
  • Ensure that services delivered are efficient and effective through evaluation techniques
  • Provide referrals to community resources for client support, when required
  • Adhere to the directives and program standards
  • Maintain and respect professional boundaries with clients and coworkers at all times
  • Complete program reports when required
  • Attend all staff and team meetings
  • Attend committee meetings, when required

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience in group and one-on-one facilitation
  • Lived experience is an asset
  • Post-secondary degree in a relevant Human Services field, e.g. Social Work, Criminology, Psychology, Social Services or an equivalent combination of experience and education
  • Knowledge regarding intimate partner violence, child abuse, and the dynamics of violence and abuse
  • Able to articulate an analysis of intimate partner violence as it relates to gender roles, socialization, the dynamics of power and control, and the effects of abuse
  • Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
  • The ability to speak multiple languages is an asset
  • Flexible schedule to accommodate evening and weekend hours

Please note:

JHSYR is building a workforce which is representative of the York Region community and our programs and policies are designed to foster diversity and inclusion. Our organization is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. JHSYR offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing proof of qualifications and additional background screening where applicable. Having a criminal record does not necessarily preclude you from employment with the John Howard Society of York Region.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who apply and advise that we will be responding only to those selected for an interview.

To Apply: Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter by 4:00 pm on May 3rd, 2024.



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