Assistant to the Center for Biblical Counseling

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is seeking an Assistant to the Center for Biblical Counseling to support clerical tasks and counseling-related processes. The role reports to the Director of the Center for Biblical Counseling and is based in an academic setting.

The position requires handling applications, coordinating hours for observation and supervision, and assisting with church partnerships while providing biblical counseling as needed.

Qualifications

• Christian with high integrity, pursuing a relationship with God.
• Completed the ACBC Fundamentals Training.
• Observed at least 10 hours of biblical counseling.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize for the benefit of the department.
• Able to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Receive and respond to general correspondence in a professional and timely manner.
• Receive and process applications for biblical counseling under the direction of directors.
• Receive and process applications for counseling observation and supervision hours under the direction of the directors.
• Receive and process requests for the Fundamentals Certificate of Completion.
• Proactively assist directors with administrative tasks.
• Assist the directors with facilitating local church partnerships to promote biblical counseling ministry.
• Provide biblical counseling as needed.

Skills

Christian faith

Strong communication

Multi-tasking

Proactivity

Teamwork

Independent work

Willingness to learn

Background check clearance

Education

ACBC Fundamentals Training

Counseling observation hours

Job description

Description

ASSISTANT TO THE CENTER FOR BIBLICAL COUNSELING

Reports to Director of the Center for Biblical Counseling

Department Center for Biblical Counseling - Academics

FLSA Status Hourly, Non-Exempt

JOB PURPOSE

To assist the Center for Biblical Counseling in fulfilling the mission to provide resources, training, and support to promote excellence in biblical care and counseling in the local church and community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Receive and respond to general correspondence (e.g., emails, phone calls, web inquiries) in a professional and timely manner
• Receive and process applications for biblical counseling under the direction of directors
• Receive and process applications for counseling observation and supervision hours under the direction of the directors
• Receive and process requests for the Fundamentals Certificate of Completion
• Proactively assist directors with administrative tasks
• Assist the directors with facilitating local church partnerships to promote biblical counseling ministry
• Provide biblical counseling as needed

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

Including, however not limited to:

• Christian with high integrity, actively pursuing a relationship with God
• Committed to biblical counseling as a philosophy of counseling
• Completed the ACBC Fundamentals Training
• Observed at least 10 hours of biblical counseling
• Able to multi-task, analyze workload, and prioritize as necessary for the benefit of the department
• Able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision.
• Able to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency.
• Must be able to work independently, as well as a part of a team
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must possess a positive attitude
• Able to show a desire and willingness to learn
• Must be able to pass background screening, including driving record
• Eligible to work in the United States

WORKING CONDITIONS

• No more than twenty-nine (29) hours per week
• Shared office environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequently required to sit or stand for periods of time at a desk or computer station
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• Able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of job requirements; this description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the position.

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability so they may perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so causes a direct threat to these individuals or others or causes undue hardship to the institution. Contact human resources (HR) with any questions or requests for accommodation.