Domestic Violence Facilitator (Remote)

ABOUT US

Maze of Life is a comprehensive community resource center for social services, mandated and proactive classes, and education.

Operating as a private, franchised organization in 20 states and rapidly expanding, we embody the motto ‘One Company, Many Partners.' 

We serve individuals, organizations, and communities by offering 30+ customized classes and tailored support to meet our clientele's needs. 

Our in-person and online classes are facilitated by CAMS-Certified Coaches and Counselors. Our slogan, "Guiding the Present to Empower the Future," reflects our commitment to making an ongoing positive impact.

We use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-based concepts and curriculum and are keen to help our clients progress in life for those who are truly ready to start the process of re-inventing themselves, becoming all that they could possibly imagine. Maze of Life operates within an entrepreneur-driven culture, designed for those who value both purpose and progress.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Maze of Life is seeking qualified Domestic Violence Counselors and Facilitators to provide  both group and individual services for individuals who have used violence or coercive control  in intimate relationships. 

This role supports court-ordered and voluntary participants through structured, accountability focused intervention. Group facilitation is the primary modality in accordance with most state  standards for Partner Abuse Intervention / Batterer Intervention / Intimate Partner Abuse  Education Programs. Individual sessions, when offered, support assessment, progress  monitoring, and skill development and do not replace required group participation where  prohibited by state guidelines. 

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 2 years of direct experience working with individuals who have used  intimate partner violence or coercive control (group facilitation experience strongly  preferred) 
• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
• Completion of a minimum of 24–40 hours of specialized domestic violence / partner  abuse intervention training (Duluth, EMERGE, Family Peace Initiative, or other  evidence-based curricula accepted by state standards) 
• Documented experience facilitating or co-facilitating accountability-focused groups  (minimum 40 hours preferred; 72 hours preferred to meet the most rigorous state  requirements) 
• Strong understanding of power and control dynamics, coercive control, trauma-informed  accountability practices, and the clear distinction between anger management and  domestic violence intervention 
• Proven ability to facilitate groups effectively, manage group dynamics, confront  minimization and denial, and maintain a clear accountability focus without victim blaming or collusion 
• Experience conducting individual assessments and providing structured individual  counseling/support sessions when appropriate 
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills 
• Ability to maintain accurate, confidential records and support court/probation reporting  requirements 
• Willingness to complete background checks and meet any state-specific disqualifying  criteria 
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education (typically  12–20 hours annually) 
• Availability for scheduled group sessions (evenings preferred in many locations) and  individual appointments as needed 

• PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  Prior experience facilitating certified or state-recognized BIP / PAIP / DVIP / IPAEP  groups 

  Familiarity with risk assessment tools, lethality indicators, and coordinated community  response 

  Bilingual capacity 

  Current professional license (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, etc.) where required by specific states

RESPONSIBILITIES

           Group Facilitation 

• Facilitate structured group sessions consistent with evidence-based, accountability focused curricula and applicable state standards 
• Create and maintain a safe, structured group environment that promotes personal 
• responsibility, challenges abusive belief systems, and supports non-violent alternatives
• Monitor attendance, participation, and behavioral progress 

  Individual Counseling & Support

• Conduct comprehensive intakes and assessments to identify needs, risk factors, 
• motivations, and barriers to change 
• Provide structured individual counseling and support sessions as assigned to reinforce 
• accountability, skill practice, and progress monitoring 
• Ensure individual work aligns with and supports (rather than replaces) the group 
• intervention model where required by state standards 

  Shared Responsibilities 

• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation of attendance, progress, and outcomes 
• in compliance with legal and organizational guidelines 
• Support required reporting to courts, probation, and referral sources 
• Collaborate with co-facilitators, program leadership, and community partners while 
• upholding confidentiality and mandated reporting obligations 
• Adhere to program rules that prohibit couples counseling, family counseling, mediation, 
• or anger-management-only approaches within the intervention 
• Participate in required training, supervision, and quality assurance processes 
• Maintain professional boundaries and model respectful, non-abusive behavior at all times 
• Cross-train in related departmental functions as needed to support operational flexibility 

TO APPLY

If you are committed to holding individuals accountable for intimate partner abuse while  supporting meaningful behavior change through both group facilitation and individual  counseling, we invite you to apply. 

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter that includes: 

• Your relevant group facilitation and individual counseling experience 
• Specialized domestic violence / partner abuse intervention training completed 
• Any state-specific certifications or credentials 

• Maze of Life is an equal opportunity organization. We value counselors and facilitators who  bring cultural competence, integrity, and a strong commitment to survivor safety and offender  accountability.