Lead NJCAP Faciliator

Acenda Health

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About The Position

If you want to make a living by making a difference, join Acenda as an Program Supervisor Non-Exempt Job Title: Lead NJCAP Facilitator This position covers Cumberland/Salem/Gloucester Counties About Acenda Integrated Health Acenda Integrated Health provides 100+ behavioral health programs, including mental health services, crisis care, substance use recovery, family therapy, maternal and pediatric support, and residential programs across New Jersey. Our team enjoys competitive benefits, work-life balance, professional development, and team engaging events. Acenda is recognized as a multi-year Top Workplace by USA Today and The Inquirer and a Top Workplace Culture award winner for Work-Life Balance as well as Joint Commission accredited and certified by MHCA and the New Jersey Alliance for Children, Youth, and Families. Join #TeamAcenda and make a lasting impact. Job Overview Lead NJCAP Facilitator is responsible for planning and implementing NJCAP programs in schools and communities. They serve in a leadership customer service role to ensure positive relationships in interactions with all schools and the community. They provide supervision to a team of NJCAP facilitators who will provide NJCAP workshops to parents, school staff, and youth and implement curricula with fidelity. This position serves in a dual capacity as both a Lead Facilitator and Facilitator. Program Info The New Jersey Child Assault Prevention (NJCAP) training program aims to reduce children’s vulnerability to abuse, neglect, and bullying. NJCAP utilizes a prevention-focused, empowerment-based approach in schools, helping children recognize and avoid potentially dangerous situations through interactive, age-appropriate workshops. Parents, caregivers, and school personnel are also participants in the training.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Five (5) years’ experience working in social service environment implementing evidenced based practice models; three (3) years of which shall be in a supervisory capacity.
Experience working with children or in educational settings
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Comfort discussing topics such as bullying, abuse prevention, and empowerment
Reliable transportation to school locations
Knowledge of technology to facilitate virtual workshops with parents/caregivers
Flexible schedule, including availability during school hours and occasional events for parent/caregiver programs
Willingness to complete background check and fingerprinting

Nice To Haves

Background in education, social work, child development, or related field
Bilingual
Familiarity with child protection or violence protection programs

Responsibilities

Program Planning and Implementation: Implements NJCAP program within schools and communities, tailoring them to local needs and aligning them with the NJ4S Hub plan.
Supervision and Leadership: Supervises a team of facilitators, providing guidance, support, and ensuring the quality of their work, including training and workshops.
Ensures that all NJCAP presentations and activities are implemented with fidelity, meaning they follow established guidelines and best practices.
School Partnerships: Establishes and maintains relationships with various organizations (schools, preschools, etc.) to create a network of support for NJCAP efforts.
Data Collection and Reporting: Assists with data collection, reporting, analysis, evaluation, and quality improvement processes related to intervention and prevention activities.
Customer Service: Serves as a role model for positive interactions with all participants, including students, families, and community members.
Training and Workshops: May be involved in delivering training sessions, workshops, and presentations on NJCAP topics.
Collaboration: Works with school districts, community service providers, and other stakeholders to facilitate the NJCAP program.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Facilitate student workshops in schools according to the NJCAP curriculum.
Host school staff and parent/caregiver programs to introduce and explain NJCAP’s strategies and child protection concepts.
Engage students through role-plays, discussions, and activities tailored to developmental levels.
Create safe space for students to raise questions about the information presented, discuss situational problems, or disclose reportable matters involving abuse, neglect, and/or bullying.
Partner with school staff to report concerns of maltreatment to the State Central Registry (SCR) at the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P).
Collaborate with other facilitators to plan and present cohesive programs.
Attend mandatory initial and ongoing training including staff development activities and meetings as required.
Maintain accurate records of school visits, student attendance, disclosure forms, and workshop evaluations.
Communicate effectively with school staff, NJCAP/NJ4S hub coordinators, and team members.
Maintain an up-to-date information and referral directory of available local, county, and state supported services and resources, including 2nd Floor Youth Helpline and the Traumatic Loss Coalition, readily available to students, parents/caregivers, and school personnel.
Uphold NJCAP’s mission, policies, and professional standards at all times.