Group Facilitator (Part-Time)

New Moms • Chicago, IL

45d • $23 - $24

About The Position

The Group Facilitator is part of the Parent Education & Recruitment team and plays a key role in creating welcoming, engaging group spaces for moms. This role facilitates Parent Support Groups aligned with the Parents as Teachers (PAT) model and collaborates closely with coaches and staff to ensure coordinated, high-quality services across programs. This is a part-time position (20 hours/week) based in Oak Park and Chicago.

Requirements

• Education (one of the following required): Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, family studies, or related field OR Bachelor’s degree in another field with 2 years of clinical mental health experience OR High school diploma/equivalent with 5 years of clinical mental health or human services experience
• Group facilitation experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
• Comfortable using computers and Microsoft applications
• Ability to work two evenings and one weekday per week
• Access to reliable transportation; valid driver’s license and insurance if using a car
• Willingness to complete Parents as Teachers training within first 3 months

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Parent Support Groups three times per week using Parents as Teachers curriculum
• Prepare all group logistics, including materials, meals, transportation, and communication
• Collaborate with New Moms staff to integrate services and coordinate participant support
• Use digital tools and coaching platforms to maintain engagement with participants
• Ensure program compliance, safety, and participant retention in group settings
• Coordinate participant surveys, feedback, and program evaluations
• Provide crisis intervention as needed in collaboration with appropriate staff
• Complete accurate and timely documentation in all required databases

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, as well as 15 paid holidays and close at 1pm on Fridays during the Summer
• 403b retirement plan with employer match
• Pre-tax transportation benefits
• Professional development support
• Discounts on Bright Endeavors products
• Free spiritual direction services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level