Church and Community Engagement Coordinator

Bethany; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Generous time off

Education reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Bethany Christian Services is seeking a Church and Community Engagement Coordinator in Jenkintown, PA. The role supports engagement with churches, recruits volunteers, and builds community alliances to advance Safe Families’ mission.

The position requires flexible evenings/weekends, travel in the Philadelphia area, and strong communication with church leaders and program staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1+ year of experience in recruitment, marketing, or coaching.
• Experience with and ability to utilize social media.
• Experience working with local faith communities preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to work some evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage churches at participating, lead, and community lead levels.
• Oversee growth of program partner churches and volunteer engagement.
• Network within the community to recruit volunteers.
• Facilitate recruitment of volunteers through Church engagement and events.
• Provide resources and coaching for church ministry leads and Safe Families teams.
• Assist with the Safe Families selection process for volunteers.
• Develop faith forums or pastoral gatherings as needed.
• Ensure resources for volunteers and churches to meet families’ needs.
• Prepare written reports for management and stakeholders.

Skills

Recruitment

Marketing

Coaching

Social media

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Verbal & written communication

Evenings/weekends flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Church and Community Engagement Coordinator

Job Category: Social Services - Domestic Programs

Requisition Number: CHURC001314

• Posted : August 20, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Locations

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PA-Jenkintown
Jenkintown, PA 19046, USA

Description

This position works Monday through Friday during business hours, with the flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as needed and requires frequent travel throughout Philadelphia.

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;
• Oversee the continuous growth of the program partner churches to ensure the engagement of current and new volunteers for Circles of Support;
• 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;
• 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;
• Secure the interest of new volunteer applicants and assist them through the Safe Families selection process;
• Serve as a champion for the compassionate ethos of Safe Families, and show kindness and hospitality to those in need;
• 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;
• 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;
• 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;
• 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;
• Generate and provide written reports to management, the board, and key stakeholders, as requested;
• 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 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
• 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 wellnessprogram

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