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Worship & Life Events Coordinator
The Worship & Life Events Coordinator is the primary communications contact for coordinating information about the Worship experience — including regular Sunday worship services and special services such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals. This person serves a primary liaison between pastoral staff, office staff, volunteers and the broader congregation.
Reports to: Pastor of Adult Ministry and Congregational Care
Supervises: Volunteers
Collaborates with: Congregation Members, Worshippers, Guests, Volunteers; Pastors and other Bethlehem staff.
Hours: 16–24 hours per week; variable from week to week dependent on schedule, especially relating to funerals.
FSLA classification & Benefits: Hourly, non-exempt. Not benefit eligible.
- Worship services are resourced by volunteers, who are aware, prepared, and present for their volunteer assignments
- Provides welcoming and hospitable communication and a deep sense of service with families and couples involved in baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
Worship Support
- Coordinate worship ministry lead volunteers (communication, promotion, scheduling) and provide training for: Worship Prep Team, Communion Assistants, Lectors.
- Resource Liturgical Arts and Art and Design teams regarding look/feel of sanctuary for worship, especially during seasons of Advent/Christmas and Lent/Easter, as well as altar flowers throughout the year.
Coordinator for Life Events
- Baptisms
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- Liaison between pastoral staff and families, communicating and scheduling dates (class and worship service).
- Prepare/distribute Certificates.
- Provide baptism class lists to membership staff.
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- Weddings
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- Answer all inquiries and follow up with necessary communication about Bethlehem’s wedding program/policies/costs/availability/confirmation/program Provide hospitality and service to couples.
- Maintain and communicate a current and accurate church wedding calendar, as well as necessary materials used in communication with couples.
- Collect deposits and communicate confirmations with couples and staff.
- Train, equip and supervise wedding coordinators.
- Schedule meetings with Director of Music, Pastors, Building Facilitator, volunteer wedding coordinators; as well as pre-marriage retreats and financial workshops with couples, maintaining a calendar of events.
- Provide wedding information to membership staff.
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- Funerals
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- Liaison between families, staff (pastoral, organist, A/V techs, custodians) and funeral director to schedule and communicate dates.
- Work with family to plan details (other than funeral service which is planned by pastor and family).
- Recruit and coordinate volunteers to provide hospitality on day of service, including visitation and reception.
- Oversee space making sure needs are being met for worship experience and reception.
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- Maintain permanent record of Official Pastoral Acts, including baptisms, confirmation, weddings, funerals.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years’ work experience in communications, hospitality, or the administration field.
- Attention to detail, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and with accuracy, and meet deadlines. Proficient with computers.
- Strong written and interpersonal communication skills. A heart for service and working closely with people.
- Ability to lift 25 pounds.
- Flexible schedule to accommodate funerals.
Certified Peer Specialist – Mental Health Connect
Vision: Faith communities with no mental health stigma.
Mission: As a collaborative of faith communities, Mental Health Connect (MHC) builds capacity by providing support and education to reduce sigma and improve access to mental health services.
Value: We believe mental health is health and everyone deserves health care—no exceptions. Each person is worthy of dignity, respect, and love. Working at the intersection of faith and mental health we value:
- Inclusion – Embracing a diversity of backgrounds, faiths, and spiritual beliefs.
- Collaboration – Working together to de-stigmatize mental illness.
- Hope – Seeing, hearing, supporting, and understanding.
- Support – Accompanying individuals navigating mental health services and resources.
MHC Description: MHC is an interfaith collaborative that works to bring faith communities together, provide a mental health ministry and support for people looking for resources. MHC is unique because of the Mental Health Navigator and/or Peer Specialist warm line, Ambassador collaborative program, combined with education events and community building. MHC services are free of charge to the community.
About the Role: The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) works within Mental Health Connect and along with the Mental Health Navigator, is responsible for assisting individuals and families in obtaining mental health treatment, resources, support and education. As an advocate for the clients needs and rights, the CPS helps the individual build self-determination skills, supports recovery hope and builds connections to the community. The CPS also represents Mental Health Connect at outreach events and provides information and education to the broader community
Reports to: MHC Executive Director
Hours/Status: Part-time, flexible, 10-15 hours per week
Pay range: $21-$23/hr
- Assist Mental Health Navigator with selected clients for ongoing support, services, and resources
- Meet with individuals and families to create and implement service plan
- Follow up with clients and modify plan as needed until satisfactory result.
- Report progress to Navigator
- Provide Outreach and Referral Service at MHC sites
- Coordinate with Executive Director and Outreach Coordinator for scheduling
- Provide one-time service to walk-in clients or refer to MHC Navigator
- Report site activity to Executive Director
- Communicate with site staff as needed
- Maintain office hours at MHC office for resource and referral needs
- Regular weekly schedule
- Available some evening and weekend hours for events or meetings as needed
- Participate in MHC education and outreach
- Assist in publicizing program services at collaborative and community sites
- Participate in staff and congregation mental health education at collaborative sites
- Assist in establishing and maintaining referral relationships with mental health professionals and community resources
- Meet with Executive Director weekly regarding program activities, concerns and opportunities
- The ability to share personal recovery experiences and to develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships is essential to effective CPS performance. Thus, the CPS must hold the following beliefs and demonstrate the following qualities:
- A personal belief in recovery and a willingness to share their own recovery experience
- A genuine hope and optimism that their peers will succeed
- A sincere interest in the welfare of peers, including the ability to see each person as a unique individual
- An ability to flexibly engage people in the recovery process based on their level of receptivity and individual needs
- Promote self-advocacy by supporting recovering persons in identifying areas of need for professional supports
- Assist recovering persons in having their voices fully heard and established as the focal point of rehabilitation and clinical services
- Practice the skills relevant to the Emotional Intelligence Competencies, including but not limited to maintaining resiliency and optimism in times of change, maintaining effective relationships at all levels, managing emotions under pressure and resolving conflicts constructively
- Maintain a professional, respectful demeanor, establish personal boundaries and uphold ethical standards
- Treat others with dignity and respect, recognizing the values and strengths of all people and cultures
- Comply with HIPAA Privacy Practices and Mandated Reporting laws
- Current CPS certification
- Education-prefer some college level preparation in health and human services
- Experience-background in areas such as mental health, faith community work, social work, care coordination or community health
- Working knowledge of available mental health resources
- Strong communication skills and ability to connect with different systems and cultures
- Proficiency with Google products
- Supportive of the Mission, Vision and Values of MHC.
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to: [email protected]
Position open currently with ongoing interviews as qualified applicants are received. Position open until filled, contingent upon passing a background check.