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ORGANIZATION: Hudson Vicinage - New Jersey Courts

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The Hudson Vicinage, part of the New Jersey Judiciary, is seeking Guardianship Monitoring Program (GMP) Volunteers.

Most guardians care for and protect their ward. However, the authority entrusted to guardians can create opportunities for abuse. The court system is devoted to eliminating those opportunities.

GMP volunteers track and report guardian actions. Volunteers review guardian reports, financial records, doctor certifications, and more. They compare the reports to original case files. This helps identify discrepancies that could signal abuse. In these instances, GMP volunteers file reports with the court. Typically, they go to the judge who originally heard the case. The reports will include recommendations for disciplinary actions.

GMP volunteers:

  • Enter report data into an electronic system.
  • Compare report data to case information.
  • Identify errors or discrepancies.
  • Report errors to the court.
  • Make suggestions for follow-up.

Qualifications/experience:

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Experience or interest in legal documents.
  • Experience or interest in financial reporting.

Volunteers must:

  • Be interviewed and accepted.
  • Complete program-specific training.
  • Pass a background check.
  • Get fingerprinted.
  • Accept and comply with the Code of Conduct.
  • Live in New Jersey.

Time commitment:

GMP volunteers work remotely from home. Volunteers usually work six to twelve hours per month at any time that is convenient for them. Volunteers must commit to a minimum of one year of service.

Read more about the program here: Guardianship Monitoring Program (GMP) | NJ Courts

For more information about the application process, contact Hudson Vicinage Volunteer Coordinator Jessica Mickley at Jessica.Mickley@njcourts.gov or 201-748-4400, ext. 60418.

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About Hudson Vicinage - New Jersey Courts

Location:

595 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306, US

Mission Statement

We are an independent branch of government constitutionally entrusted with the fair and just resolution of disputes in order to preserve the rule of law and to protect the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States and this State.

Description

The Judiciary resolves nearly one million Superior Court cases and 6 million municipal court cases each year. We work hard every day to build the public’s trust and confidence in our court system. Whether it be in a courtroom, a courthouse, an IT office or in the field, our Judiciary workforce is improving the lives of countless individuals and families every day. We resolve disputes, foster rehabilitation, strengthen families, protect rights and provide information, programs and services critical to protecting public safety.

The New Jersey Judiciary has been a national leader on many fronts. In addition to groundbreaking jurisprudence, the Judiciary has been recognized for its robust statewide information technology systems, its position on the cutting edge of criminal justice reform and juvenile justice reform, its high standards in the area of language services and programs for minorities and other protected groups, and its rehabilitative approach to helping individuals and families.

CAUSE AREAS

Emergency & Safety
Justice & Legal
People with Disabilities
Emergency & Safety, Justice & Legal, People with Disabilities

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Hudson County Administration Bldg595 Newark AvenueJersey City, NJ 07306

(40.73258,-74.05802)
 

SKILLS

  • Financial Auditing
  • Accounting
  • Bookkeeping
  • Data Entry
  • Basic Computer Skills

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 6 to 12 hours per month, minimum of one year

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