Strengthening Families Facilitator SR

The SFP Facilitator implements the evidence-based Strengthening Families Program. Services include facilitating the evidence-based curriculum groups for parents and children, conducting evaluation, and initiating follow-up with participants to assure they are achieving group objectives. This program runs in 14-week cycles, each cycle targets a different demographic. For the Hispanic cycle, the SFP Facilitator is required to be bilingual in Spanish/English. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Maximum of Eight) Responsible for implementing the Strengthening Families Program curriculum and activities as written by the program developer. Facilitate weekly group sessions at community site. Prepare materials for weekly group sessions to assure implementation of SFP model. Assist in site set up for parent and children’s groups. Participate in weekly debriefing sessions with other group leaders to assure model fidelity, resolve problems and issues, and promote on-going program quality. Responsible for maintaining a safe environment with appropriate activities for children of families participating in the Strengthening Families Program. Assist with evaluation component. Attend staff meetings, training, and staff development activities, as required. OTHER DUTIES (If Applicable) Must attend the Strengthening Families Program train-the-trainer workshop to obtain facilitator certification within one month of employment. Perform other such duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bilingual in Spanish/English to facilitate the Hispanic cycle. Knowledge regarding child development, parenting skills, behavior management, and group dynamics. Ability to be a positive role model to families. Ability to facilitate groups of parents and/or children. Exhibit organizational and writing ability to facilitate the maintenance of accurate and complete records. Skill in working effectively with young people. Knowledge and skills regarding needs assessment, program design, decision making, implementation and evaluation. A Bachelor’s Degree in human services field preferred, or at-least one year of documented experience working with youth and families. Valid Virginia Driver’s License and copy of DMV safe driving record required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mount Rogers Community Services Board