Group Leader for Domestic Violence/Abuse

About the Role

Emerge is seeking a Group Leader for its Intimate Partner Abuse Education Program (IPAEP). This role can be full-time or part-time. Emerge is a state-certified program providing counseling and education to individuals who have abused their intimate partners. Participants are often mandated to attend as part of probation conditions, or are referred by the Department of Children and Families, or self-refer.

Key Responsibilities

• Co-lead 2 to 4 IPAEP groups per week, focusing on adult men who have abused their female partners.
• Co-lead at least 2 in-person IPAEP groups per week (2 hours per group), with an experienced group leader.
• Attend a 1-hour weekly supervision meeting for each group.
• Write detailed monthly reports for members of all groups led.
• Maintain telephone and written contact regarding group members with probation departments, Department of Children and Families, and other service providers.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings.
• Attend a free, Emerge-provided 3-day training (via Zoom).
• Observe at least 6 Emerge group sessions, including debriefing with group leaders.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Writing proficiency in English.
• Basic computer word processing and email skills.
• Availability at least one evening per week for in-person groups in the Malden office.
• Completion of a 24-hour Department of Public Health-designated IPAEP training (provided by Emerge if not completed prior to employment).

Qualifications

• A commitment to ending intimate partner abuse and violence against women.
• Ability to work respectfully with colleagues and program participants of various backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree (Master's-level clinicians especially encouraged).
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Licensure: LMHC, LCSW or LICSW.
• Knowledge of intimate partner abuse and gender-based violence.
• Teaching or adult group facilitation experience.
• Culturally competent counseling experience.