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Support Groups

Parents Inc. of New Jersey is committed to strengthening families through parent leadership development, advocacy, and personal growth. We welcome individuals who are passionate about supporting parents, families, and communities.

The Parent Group Leader is a member of the Group and agrees to serve in partnership with the Group Facilitator to co-lead the Group each week. They are elected or appointed on a rotating basis. The Parent Group Leader takes on various roles through the development of their leadership capabilities.

The role of the Group Facilitator is to help ensure a safe and nonjudgmental atmosphere within the group and engage in shared leadership with the Parent Group Leader and other Group members.

Support Group Facilitator and/or Parent Leader Application

Thank you for your interest in serving families through Parents Inc. of New Jersey. This application helps us learn more about your background, interests, and readiness to support parents and communities.

Basic Information

Name

First

Last

Preferred name

(if different)

Daytime Phone #

Evening Phone #

Home Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Preferred Method of Contact:

Phone
Email
Text

Role Interest

Which role(s) are you interested in?

Support Group Facilitator
Parent Leader

Which communities or counties are you interested in serving?

Are you interested in:

In-person opportunities
Virtual opportunities
Either

Experience and Background

Have you participated in any parent support groups, leadership programs, or community-based programs before?

Interest and Motivation

Why are you interested in becoming a Support Group Facilitator and/or Parent Leader?

What strengths, skills, or life experiences would you bring to this role?

Availability

What times are you generally available?

Morning
Afternoon
Evening

How many hours per month are you able to commit?

Training and Readiness

Are you willing to complete required orientation and/or training?

Are you comfortable working with diverse families and communities?

Are you willing to follow confidentiality, professionalism, and group guidelines?

Background Information

Have you ever been convicted of a crime?

Please note: A conviction does not automatically disqualify you from participation. Each application will be reviewed individually with consideration of the role and responsibilities.

Languages spoken (if any):

Language

Fluency

Speak
Read
Write

Do you have any certifications, lived experience, or special training that may support your work in this role?

References

Please provide us with the name, address, and phone number of three people we can contact as references. NO RELATIVES, PLEASE.

Name

Address

Relationship

Phone/Email

Name

Address

Relationship

Phone/Email

Name

Address

Relationship

Phone/Email

Final Statement

Is there anything else you would like us to know?

I understand that additional screening or background checks may be required for certain roles within Parents Inc. of New Jersey.

I agree

Signature

Clear Signature

spoken References roles

Date