Church and Community Engagement Coordinator

Bethany Christian Services; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Generous time off

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Long-term disability insurance

Job summary

Bethany Christian Services seeks a Church Engagement Coordinator to recruit and train church ministry leads, coach volunteers, and grow partner church engagement in Safe Families programs. The role supports recruiting volunteers, coordinating with faith communities, and delivering programs aligned with Bethany’s mission.

The position requires relationship-building, organizational skills, and comfort with community outreach, events, and occasional evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience in recruitment, marketing, or coaching desired.
• Experience with and ability to utilize social media.
• Volunteer management experience a plus.
• Experience working with local faith communities preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage churches at various levels (participating, lead, community lead).
• Recruit and train church Ministry leads and coach them on ministry teams.
• Coach ministry leads to recruit and empower volunteers for Circles of Support.
• Oversee growth of partner churches and volunteer engagement.
• Develop faith forums or pastoral gatherings as needed.
• Ensure resources for volunteers and churches meet needs of families.
• Network to build alliances and recruit volunteers.
• Facilitate volunteer recruitment via Church engagement and events.
• Organize a Volunteer Leadership Council when needed.
• Provide presentations to diverse audiences about Safe Families work.
• Assist with volunteer screening and onboarding.
• Maintain Safe Families documentation and records.
• Provide coaching resources and maintain communications among offices, churches, and partners.
• Generate reports for management, board, and stakeholders.
• Be a champion of compassionate ethos and hospitality.
• Participate in staff functions, weekly meetings, and supervision.
• Participate in fundraising and promotional events.
• Essential duties may vary by program/department.
• May participate in Bethany sponsored events.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Recruitment

Marketing

Coaching

Social media

Volunteer management

Church collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rooted in our Christian faith, Bethany Christian Services works to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. Across 29 states, we strengthen families, support foster care and adoption, and walk alongside refugees with compassion. Here, living out your faith means using your gifts to bring hope and make a lasting impact.

Working at Bethany means joining a team of dedicated professionals with diverse skills, serving communities across the country. Together, we’re united in our Christian mission and these shared values: We’re motivated by our faith, we support one another, we champion justice, we pursue excellence, and we’re in it for the long haul. As a Church Engagement Coordinator, you’ll help carry this mission forward and make a meaningful impact every day.

How Your Role Makes a Difference

• Identify and engage churches in the following levels: participating, lead, and community lead;
• Identify, recruit, and train church Ministry leads and coach them on how to develop their ministry teams;
• Effectively coach ministry leads to ensure Safe Families churches regularly recruit, support, and empower their volunteers;
• Oversee the continuous growth of the program partner churches to ensure the engagement of current and new volunteers for Circles of Support;
• Develop faith forums or other pastoral gatherings, as needed;
• Ensure volunteers and churches are resourced appropriately to meet the needs of parents and their children;
• Network within the community to build positive alliances and create opportunities for the recruitment of volunteers;
• Facilitate recruitment of volunteers through Church engagement, Home Gatherings, and other strategies;
• Facilitate or assist with developing a volunteer Leadership Council;
• Provide regularly scheduled compelling presentations to audiences of various groups and sizes related to the work of the Safe Families program;
• Secure the interest of new volunteer applicants and assist them through the Safe Families selection process;
• Assist in organizing and delivering high-quality training to volunteers on a regular basis;
• Assist with the file maintenance of all Safe Families volunteers to ensure they are complete;
• Maintain all documentation according to program guidelines;
• Offer resources and coaching for Safe Families church ministry leads and Circle of Support teams, while ensuring good communication between the Safe Families office, churches, and other community organizations involved;
• Generate and provide written reports to management, the board, and key stakeholders, as requested;
• Serve as a champion for the compassionate ethos of Safe Families, and show kindness and hospitality to those in need;
• Participate in all Safe Families staff functions, weekly meetings, and supervision;
• Participate in fundraising activities and other events that promote the Safe Families for Children movement;
• Essential job responsibilities may vary based on the specific needs of each program/department;
• May be required or asked to participate in a Bethany sponsored event;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What Will Make You Successful

• Bachelor’s level degree in related field of study from an accredited college preferred;
• At least one (1) year of prior experience in recruitment, marketing, or coaching;
• Prior experience with and demonstrated ability to utilize social media;
• Prior volunteer management experience, a plus;
• Prior experience working collaboratively with local faith communities, preferred;
• Possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Must possess an ability and willingness to work some evenings and weekends, as needed;
• Must be an assertive, self-starter;
• Must be reliable with time sensitive deadlines and tasks;
• Exercise a high level of confidentiality;
• Work well under pressure and adaptable to change;
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany;
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate coverage;
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.

We Invest in You

• Experience a team environment with other professionals who are motivated by faith, support one another, pursueexcellence, and are in it for the long haul
• Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive health insurance(medical,dental,andvision)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility
• Generoustimeoff(11paidholidays,PTOYour Way,paidparentalleave,separatesickandpaidabsencebanks)
• Access to education reimbursement for those that qualify
• Comprehensive employee assistance and wellness program
• Employerpaidlong-termdisabilityandgroup termlifeinsurance