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Family Support Group Facilitator - NAMI Columbia County

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Help families affected by mental illness by co-facilitating peer-led support groups. Training provided, stipend available, and flexible scheduling with co-facilitators. Compassion and reliability matter more than prior experience.


Job Description
Title: NAMI Family Support Group Facilitator (Stipend Provided)
Location: Columbia County, NY (Hudson, Kinderhook, and other local venues; some online meetings)
Commitment: 2 meetings per month (90 minutes each), plus prep/coordination time
Compensation: Stipend provided for your time and travel


About the Role
NAMI Columbia County is seeking compassionate individuals to join our team of Family Support Group Facilitators.In this peer-led role, you’ll co-lead monthly support groups that provide a safe, confidential space where families can share experiences, listen, and encourage one another.
You’ll never lead alone — facilitators work in pairs, with training and ongoing mentorship provided.


Responsibilities

  • Co-facilitate NAMI Family Support Group meetings using NAMI’s structured peer-led model
  • Create a safe, respectful, and confidential environment for participants
  • Encourage open discussion, active listening, and mutual support
  • Collaborate with co-facilitators and NAMI Columbia County leadership
  • Participate in initial training and occasional refresher workshops

Qualifications

  • Be a family member, caregiver, or loved one of someone living with a mental health condition
  • Compassionate, reliable, and able to maintain healthy boundaries
  • Comfortable with group facilitation and peer support (no prior experience necessary)
  • Willingness to complete NAMI’s Family Support Group Facilitator training (provided at no cost)

Benefits

  • Free professional training and ongoing mentorship from NAMI Columbia County
  • Stipend provided for time and travel
  • Flexible scheduling — always co-facilitated for shared responsibility
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community by supporting families living with mental health challenges

About NAMI Columbia County
NAMI Columbia County is the local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization. We are dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness through education, advocacy, peer support, and community engagement.

  • Experience
    Not required
  • Employment
    Part-time

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NAMI Columbia County (National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). We are dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness through education, advocacy, peer support, and community engagement.

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