At Elevation Church, we look to link arms in ministry with those who are passionate about stepping into their God-given calling. While we're a staff from all different backgrounds and walks of life, our mission is the same - to reach people with the Gospel. We're grounded in scripture and guided by our values, so check out our website (www.elevationchurch.org) to be sure you're aligned before you step into the application process with us, particularly paying attention to our Beliefs and our Code.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide regionally-focused care, growth, and development to our local eFam leaders and volunteers who serve from various locations across the world through Watch Parties eGroups, and Youth ministries.
• Engage with volunteers to foster community within Elevation Church Online through regional events & connection opportunities, including Watch Parties, eGroups, Outreach events, Pop-Ups, and & City Centers.
• Develop and implement opportunities that equip volunteers with the spiritual and practical tools needed for effective ministry.
• Provide responsive pastoral care (prayer, encouragement, and spiritual guidance) to leaders and volunteers, including offering support during times of crisis, as needed.
• Facilitate opportunities for spiritual growth and discipleship through one-on-one mentoring, monthly team/regional meetings, and online resources.
• Solicit volunteer feedback regarding their care experiences and use this input to continually improve and adapt care strategies.
• Work closely with other staff members, including volunteer coordinators, pastors, and ministry leaders, to ensure a holistic approach to care, growth, and development within the online ministry.
• Travel regularly to a regional area for in-person connection and support for those within your span of care.

MUST-HAVES

• Active participation in a church (we look for a lifestyle of inviting people to church, volunteering, generosity, and prioritizing community)
• Strong interpersonal skills with a natural ability to empathize and connect with people, facilitating connection easily from a distance
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while keeping excellence intact
• Comfortable using online platforms and communication tools for virtual connection, such as video conferencing, email, and chat.
• Collaborative mindset who works best in a team environment

NICE-TO-HAVES

• Experience working in a non-profit environment or ministry setting
• Demonstrated experience in pastoral care ministry, counseling, or spiritual care
• Familiarity working in a start-up environment with familiarity in building growth paths

DAY-TO-DAY

• We're a Sunday-Thursday work environment. Monday-Thursday, we're in the office (8:30AM - 5PM); on Sunday, we're supporting the weekend worship experience either directly in our roles or by choosing a weekly serving opportunity at one of our Elevation Church campuses.
• Travel to your region is required 1-2 times a month to support local leadership development/growth and worship experiences through Watch Parties, City Centers, and Pop Ups. 
• There's a lot to accomplish each week, so we're pretty fast-paced. We're also not afraid to pivot a strategy or project quickly to meet the needs of the weekend - adaptability is a key competence for us.
• Yes, we work hard. But we're good at playing hard, too. We're a creative staff, so there's no shortage of activities around our offices to have some fun!
• You can't help but grow on our staff. You'll be around some incredible people.  Professional development opportunities will be all around you, both in structured and unstructured ways.
• We expect you to be disciplined in your spiritual practices - be in your Bible, spend time with the Lord in prayer, meditate on and apply the weekly sermon.  
• Bring your full self to every project, conversation, and initiative at hand.

BENEFITS

• Elevation Church pays 100% of every employee's medical benefits for full-time staff
• 403b with 4% match
• Dental & Vision benefits
• Paid time off for life, vacations, and rest
• Elevation Church subsidized 6 sessions of counseling annually
• Basic Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and child(ren)