DescriptionOUR MISSION
The Family Place empowers survivors of family violence by providing safe housing, counseling, and skills that create independence while building community engagement and advocating for social change to stop family violence.
Position Summary:
In this position as BIPP (Battering Intervention & Prevention Program) Facilitator, you will lead evidence-based psycho-educational groups for men and women who have perpetrated domestic violence, providing the intervention, accountability, and skill-building necessary to stop abusive behavior and create safer families.
You'll facilitate group sessions using The Family Place's approved curriculum, challenging abusive patterns while teaching conflict resolution skills, empathy development, and personal responsibility. Conduct comprehensive assessments and client orientations, monitor client progress and compliance with court-ordered requirements, and coordinate closely with the criminal justice system, child protective services, and partner advocates to enhance survivor safety. You'll maintain firm accountability while coaching behavior change, provide referrals to support services, ensure program compliance with CJAD-TCFV (Criminal Justice Assistance Division - Texas Council on Family Violence) standards, and contribute to ongoing program development through continuous learning and peer collaboration.
If you're passionate about holding perpetrators accountable, skilled at facilitating difficult conversations that challenge harmful behaviors, and committed to breaking cycles of violence by teaching the skills necessary for healthy relationships, this is your opportunity to play a critical role in creating safer families and communities.
Key Responsibilities:
Group Facilitation & Direct Services
- Facilitate psycho-educational group sessions for male and female perpetrators using The Family Place's approved curriculum.
- Lead groups that challenge abusive behavior, build accountability, teach conflict resolution skills, and develop empathy.
- Conduct client intakes, assessments, orientations, and exit sessions.
- Ensure clients are building competency in curriculum skills through effective communication, coaching, and feedback.
- Refer clients for additional support services when clinical or safety needs are identified.
- Screen and respond to telephone inquiries about the BIPP program.
- Enroll clients into orientation and group sessions, ensuring accurate intake and scheduling.
- Protect the confidentiality and integrity of the client's personal information.
Client Accountability & Progress Monitoring
- Maintain accurate group attendance rosters, participation records, and client progress documentation.
- Administer surveys and evaluations to support data collection requirements for funding agencies, when necessary.
- Prepare timely progress reports and statistical information for program evaluation and funder compliance.
- Monitor client compliance with court-ordered or mandated program requirements.
Criminal Justice & System Coordination
- Interface with representatives from legal/criminal justice partners, child protective services, and other referral sources as required for program effectiveness.
- Provide accurate group data updates, attendance reports, and progress information to referral sources.
- Coordinate treatment and accountability measures with legal system partners to ensure program effectiveness
Resource Coordination & Referrals
- Provide appropriate referrals to address clients' underlying needs (mental health, housing, employment, etc.)
- Stay current on community partnerships and referral options available through the BIPP program
- Connect clients to services that support long-term behavior change and stability
Program Development & Continuous Learning
- Participate in ongoing BIPP practice, training sessions, and peer review to stay current with curriculum updates and best practices
- Contribute to program development by providing feedback to the Program Director and Sr. Director.
- Maintain a minimum of 20 hours of continuing education annually as required by CJAD-TCFV BIPP guidelines.
Professional Collaboration & Engagement
- Attend staff meetings, group supervision, and individual supervision sessions as required
- Participate in public education presentations and community speaking engagements about domestic violence and batterer intervention.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members across The Family Place programs.
Other Duties:
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Criminal Justice, or similar, and six months of experience working with perpetrators and victims of domestic violence and training in the Duluth Model Facilitation
- OR a Bachelor’s Degree and any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) preferred.
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Texas Driver’s License and a clear driving record.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge and experience working with victims and/or perpetrators of domestic violence.
- Knowledge and experience in facilitating psycho-educational group work, as well as experience with the Duluth Model, are preferred.
- Knowledge and intermediate skills working with MS Word, Outlook, and an Intranet system.
- Ability to make observations and recognize when interactions, situations, or group dynamics change and work to resolve any conflict or disruptive behaviors.
- Ability to research and incorporate new techniques, activities, and discussion points into group sessions.
- Ability to consistently work flexible hours, which include weeknights and weekends.
- Ability to work effectively with clients from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Ability to handle rapid questioning, potentially challenging behavior, and difficult discussions regarding power and control/gender stereotypes.
- Proficient in oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to pass the grant and agency requirements of a criminal background check for the position.
- Access to and/or the ability to drive a vehicle to the courthouse or for other appointments or presentations.
Mental and Physical Duties:
Duties are usually standing and facilitating classes. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) frequently.
Working Conditions:
Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.
More About US:
At The Family Place, we embrace and live our values: TEAM
- Together: We believe that collaboration is key to our success. Foster a supportive environment, build trust, act with integrity, and expect transparent communication.
- Excellence: We are known for our compassion and commitment to excellence, acting with urgency, and advocating for our clients and community.
- Accountable: Responsible for our actions and decisions. We accept responsibility rather than blame others. Builds relationships to drive results.
- Mission-Focused: Clients come first. Service is our passion, experienced with empathy and compassion.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Multiple Life, AD&D, and Hospitalization in life insurance options
- Retirement options through: 403b, agency matching, and HSA accounts
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Benefits referenced above for Full-Time employees
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Family Place reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Employment at will.
