Support Group Facilitator

Job Summary: The +YOU Knowledge and Wellness Group Facilitator is responsible for organizing and leading group sessions for adults with LGBTQ+ youth in their lives. The facilitator provides guidance and education, ensures open communication, fosters a sense of community, and supports individuals through shared experiences and resources. Key Responsibilities: Group Coordination: Actively recruit participants for ... Learn More

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Courage MKE

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Job Summary:

The +YOU Knowledge and Wellness Group Facilitator is responsible for organizing and leading group sessions for adults with LGBTQ+ youth in their lives. The facilitator provides guidance and education, ensures open communication, fosters a sense of community, and supports individuals through shared experiences and resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Group Coordination:

• Actively recruit participants for the support group.
• Plan and organize regular support group meetings.
• Schedule sessions and ensure all participants are informed of meeting times and locations.
• Ensure that the support group is accessible and meets the needs of participants.

• Facilitation:

• Use the developed Evidence Based Curriculum to lead group discussions that are trauma informed.
• Lead and moderate group discussions to ensure that they remain respectful, inclusive, and productive.
• Provide guidance and encouragement while respecting the group’s structure and participants’ autonomy.
• Establish group guidelines and ensure adherence to them.

• Participant Support:

• Create a welcoming and non-judgmental environment for all participants.
• Address any concerns or conflicts within the group.
• Offer individual support when necessary and refer participants to additional resources, such as counseling services.

• Administrative Tasks:

• Maintain accurate attendance records and participant information in compliance with confidentiality standards.
• Prepare and distribute materials relevant to the support group’s focus.
• Report regularly to supervisors or relevant agencies on the group’s progress and challenges.

• Collaboration:

• Coordinate with other professionals (e.g., social workers, counselors) to ensure that the group’s needs are met.
• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, offering referrals to additional services when appropriate.

• Program Evaluation:

• Collect feedback from participants to assess the effectiveness of the group.
• Implement improvements based on feedback to enhance the group’s value and impact.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field, preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: Prior experience facilitating support groups or working in mental health, social work, or related setting. Experience with the specific population served (e.g., mental health, addiction recovery, grief) is highly beneficial.

Skills:

• Strong communication and active listening skills.
• Empathy, patience, and the ability to build rapport with diverse individuals.
• Conflict resolution and group management skills.
• Organizational skills to manage group logistics and records.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries while being supportive.

Working Conditions:

• Typically works in a community center, healthcare facility, library, or non-profit setting.
• Will require evening or weekend hours to accommodate group schedules.
• Regular contact with individuals who may be dealing with sensitive or emotional issues.
• Compensation: $25 per hour

Courage+’s +You Support Groups are made possible wholly through funding by our partners at Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin and the Medical College of Wisconsin.

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Southeast Wisconsin

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• Actively recruit participants for the support group.

• Plan and organize regular support group meetings.

• Schedule sessions and ensure all participants are informed of meeting times and locations.

• Ensure that the support group is accessible and meets the needs of participants.

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