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Responsibilities:
To innovate, shape, oversee, and assist in the development and implementation of all aspects of COF Special Needs Ministry birth- adult.
Special Needs Ministry Associate responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Seek to create engaging, biblically sound, purpose-filled experiences for families and students in our church.
Supporting and fulfilling the vision, values and goals of COF
Demonstrate loyalty and integrity, supporting the unity of the church and its leadership.
Understand and align with the main vision of COF, promoting that vision within COF Special Needs Ministry.
Oversee the volunteers of COF Special Needs Ministry experience on weekends, during weekly classes, and during special events.
Work to equip parents to be spiritual leaders/teachers of their own students through training, classes, special events, and resource creation.
Cast vision, recruit, train, lead and develop COF Special Needs Ministry volunteers.
Create a volunteer culture with a set of behaviors, terms, and values to ensure the optimal COF Special Needs Ministry experience.
Ensure consistency in all systems and procedures each weekend and while assisting with other ministries.
Assist with the timely follow-up of all contacts including conversations, Planning Center, phone calls, emails, and social media contacts.
Assist with the timely follow-up of all first time guests as well as students and volunteers who are absent.
Establish and maintain relationships with Director of Security (DOS) who assists with security measures.
Develop and maintain communication with other ministry teams to ensure a seamless experience for COF Special Needs Ministry.
Develop and maintain communication with COF staff to serve as a resource for them.
Anything else assigned by the Director of Special Needs Ministry.
Qualifications:
Uphold a close and growing relationship with Jesus Christ
High commitment to, and practices, regular prayer and time in the Word
A basic understanding of the special needs community
A desire to continue education of various intellectual and physical abilities
Ability to help individuals find connection within the community and other ministries at Community of Faith
Driven to constantly improve job functions – not satisfied with status quo
Flexibility, focus, and a strong work ethic are essential
Ability to follow through and juggle multiple tasks and projects
Ability to take initiative within scope of job duties
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to handle sensitive situations with confidentiality, poise, and tact
Ability to be respectful and discerning of confidentiality and privacy
Ability to work well with others in a team environment
Ability to work well under pressure and against deadlines
Self-motivated
Work Schedule: Sunday-Thursday, and special events