Facilitator

Job Description

Job Description

The Stop Now And Plan (SNAP®) Program serves as a “front-end” resource to the Department of Juvenile Justice Office of Prevention, for at-risk youth ages 6-11 and their families.

Each SNAP® program provides high-risk youth and their families strategies to increase pro-social skills that will help the youth stay in school and out of trouble by making better choices throughout the 13-week program. Youth and their families participate in engaging activities such as group discussions, role-playing, interactive games and self-reflection to address topics including dealing with anger, learning how to cope and practice self-control, engaging in problem solving and learning not to bully and how to prevent bullying.

Facilitator Expectations:

1. Attend a 5-day Core SNAP Training
2. Participate in the intake and assessment process as needed
3. Demonstrate a commitment to the SNAP programs and values
4. Participate in a minimum of two 13-week cycles
5. Participate in weekly de-brief and pre-briefing sessions
6. Participate in additional SNAP meetings as necessary
7. Participate in weekday and/or evening SNAP sessions based on the need of the program

Facilitator Qualifications:

1. Passion for intervention
2. Experience working with at-risk children and families
3. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of individuals
4. Ability to demonstrate active listening, validation and patience in a group setting

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