Family Group Decision Making Facilitator
(Paid Volunteer Position)
Family Group Decision Making (FGDM) meetings create an opportunity for families to come together,
while receiving guidance and support to empower them to make decisions for their family as a unit.
FGDM is a guided process which draws from family experiences, knowledge and resources to create a
plan that encourages safety, well being and goal attainment for families and their children. The Facilitator
serves as a guide for FGDM meetings by helping the family to identify strengths and concerns, and by
outlining the process of developing a goal plan to address their needs.
The Coatesville Youth Initiative (CYI) is seeking individuals with strong communication skills to apply,
and participate in a 24 hour FGDM training workshop in July. This training will prepare you to serve as a
volunteer Facilitator and to host FGDM meetings in the Coatesville area.
Individuals wishing to participate will receive a small stipend for their participation in the training, as
well as for their time serving as volunteer facilitators. Both training and FGDM conferences will occur in
the Coatesville area.
Qualifications include:
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A commitment to attend the entire training which includes:
o 24 hours classroom - July 19, 25 & 26 from 9am – 5pm
o 6-8 hour practical training – Dates and Times TBD
A commitment to facilitate at least one FGDM meeting over the course of a calendar year.
Strong communication skills
Strong leadership skills
Ability to remain neutral
Transportation
Responsibilities include:
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Facilitating meetings planned by the FGDM Coordinator
Remain neutral throughout the meeting
Ensure safety
Articulating purpose of meeting and review FGDM process with family group
Monitor group dynamics throughout discussion
Mediate as needed
Lead and guide discussion ensuring all participants have an opportunity to speak
Works in conjunction with Coordinator to support family in identifying and capturing goal plan
and identifying next steps
How to apply:
If interested, please complete FGDM Facilitator application found at www.coatesvilleyouthinitiative.org
Training details can also be found on our website.
Positions are limited, so please apply for the training as soon as possible.
**Deadline for applications is Friday, June 24th. **
Bilingual volunteers are particularly encouraged to apply.
For more information please contact:
Megan Schmierer at 610-380-0200 ext. 204 or [email protected]
1. Are you willing and able to attend all 3 days (24 hours) of the training (classroom)?
Training days take place on July 19, 25 & 26 from 9am – 5pm,
2. Are willing and able to attend 6-8 hours of practical training (in-the-field)?
Dates TBD