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The Support Group, Inc. Job Application

Founded in 1989 by activist Bennie Henry and NBA Hall of Famer Tim Hardaway Sr., The Support Group is a nonprofit organization serving Chicagoland, with a mission to provide youth with experiences that will assist them in reaching their full potential, while arming them with tools needed for post-secondary education, the world of work and adulthood. The Support Group is also fighting to eradicate the violence impacting Chicago communities and has developed the Leadership and Peace Initiatives to help develop our youth into leaders and to address the increasing violence in the Chicago land area.

Position Applied For

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Job Title

Department (if applicable)

Application Date

Applicant Information

First name *

Last name *

Email address *

Phone number *

Address *

Address line 2

City *

State *

Cover letter

Resume attachment *

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Attach your resume (PDF only)

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Eligibility

Are you legally eligible to work in the U.S.? *

Yes

Are you at least 18 years of age? *

Yes

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B)? *

Yes

Employment History

(List your most recent employment first related to the position you are applying for)

Company name *

Position Title *

Supervisor Name

Phone

Starting Date

Ending Date

Reason for Leaving

ADA Accommodation Statement

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Illinois Human Rights Act, The Support Group, Inc. provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application, interview, and employment process.

If you require accommodation to complete this application or participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact:

📞 Sondra Baylock 773-946-2522

📧 sbaylock@thesupportgroup.org

Accommodations will be made on a case-by-case basis in compliance with applicable laws.

Background Check Authorization

This organization is committed to providing a safe and trustworthy environment for its clients, employees, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring process, we conduct background checks in compliance with federal and Illinois state laws.

Please read and sign below to authorize the background screening.

I understand that I may be subject to a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, verification of employment history, education, references, and a criminal background check.

I authorize the release of any information necessary to verify the accuracy of the information I have provided. I understand that any offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of the background check.

Full name *

Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY):

Applicant Statement and Signature

I certify that the information provided is true and complete. I understand that false or misleading information may disqualify me from employment or result in termination if discovered after hire. I authorize the organization to verify all information provided and to contact my references and past employers.

PRINTED SIGNATURE *

Date *

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Voluntary Self-Identification

Completion of this section is voluntary and confidential. This information is used solely for equal employment opportunity compliance and diversity efforts. Your answers will not be used in the hiring decision and will be kept separate from your application.

Gender Identity

Race/Ethnicity

Disability Status

Yes, I have a disability (or have had one)

No, I do not have a disability

Prefer not to answer

Under the ADA, a person with a disability is someone who:

- has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities,
- has a history of such an impairment, or
- is regarded as having such an impairment.

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