Friends Ministry Director
Birthmother Ministries, Inc. (Birthmothers®) is a faith-based, nonprofit organization that shares Christ’s unconditional love one-on-one with those who face an unplanned pregnancy.
Position description
A sensitive, godly, mature woman who acts as an interface between pregnant women and volunteer Friends to arrange one-on-one support. This staff member will keep records of intake calls, match pregnant women with volunteer Friends, and coordinate ongoing Friend training.
Qualifications
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a committed, personal relationship with Jesus Christ
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the desire to serve and support those who face an unplanned pregnancy
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outstanding character marked by faithfulness, dependability, discernment, and wisdom
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excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
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the ability to maintain confidential information
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proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
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the ability to work without supervision
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college degree
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satisfactory completion of background and reference checks
Responsibilities
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Friend recruitment: indentify potential volunteer Friends
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Training: coordinate and assist with Friends Certification and in-service trainings
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Intakes: oversee intake process
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Matches: make Friend/client matches within 48 hours of inquiry
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Manuals: maintain Training and Friends Resource Manuals
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Friend cultivation: nurture volunteer Friends with encouragement and prayer; keep them involved and engaged in the ministry; coordinate Friends Appreciation events
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Background checks: complete background checks for volunteer Friends
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Team cultivation: provide discipleship and support for Church Teams
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Client/Friend database: maintain Friend and client databases
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Quality control: ensure clients receive quality services using assessment and other follow-up tools
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Additional volunteers: identify additional ministry volunteers and funnel them to appropriate tasks
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Ministry support: work with staff on special projects and special events as needed
This employee reports to: the President
Location: Birthmother Ministries’ home office, Vienna, VA
Status: full-time
Availability: immediately
Resume and cover letter: submit to Jim Wright
Posted on February 21, 2011