About the Organization
Appalachia Service Project, Inc. (ASP) is a Christian ministry, open to all people, that that inspires hope and service through volunteer home repair and replacement in Central Appalachia. ASP is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Using the skills and efforts of thousands of volunteers, ASP provides home repair and replacement to low-income households in Central Appalachia.
Persons desiring employment with ASP have a personal commitment to Christian faith and service to others. ASP does not require, as a condition of employment, membership in or profession of a specific denominational theology. ASP team members approach others in a spirit of Christian love and service and accepts them right where they are, just the way they are. ASP expects each employee to be an example of this standard of Christian service.
ASP is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. No one will be denied employment on the grounds of age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family status or differing physical or mental ability. Employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and ability to perform the duties of the position for which employment is sought.
About the Position
ASP has been awarded grant funding from the Lilly Foundation, which has allowed us to expand our summer program. Our Spiritual Programs Leader will work at a summer center alongside a Summer Staff team, serving 80-100 volunteers per week, working to create and maintain a spiritual environment. ASP develops evening gathering/spiritual programming that is presented to the volunteers, which is connected to the chosen “theme” and “theme verse” for the summer. The Spiritual Programs Leader will be the point-person within the staff team in planning, developing, and presenting the nightly spiritual programming, as well as all other aspects of devotion, worship, and prayer at the summer center. For example, the Spiritual Programs Leader will develop daily devotions that are presented each morning to the volunteers, will lead the volunteers in prayer before meals and on worksites, etc.
Job Responsibilities
Key responsibilities for the Spiritual Programs Leader include:
- Develop and lead nightly Spiritual Programming for volunteers, working alongside the Summer Staff
- Lead and assist staff in leading devotions, music, and prayer
- Consult with Director of Spiritual Programs and Ministries team on faith-related training and collaborate as needed to create and conduct these training sessions for Summer Staff
- Be a compassionate listener and spiritual leader for summer volunteers
- Adhere to all policies and procedures of ASP as listed in the employee manual, policy statements, and other documents
Candidate Description
The ideal candidate is someone with spiritual maturity and a passion for pursuing a growing and deepening personal faith.
- Desire to work in a Christian environment and to be a spiritual leader for staff and volunteers.
- Responsible work habits including:
- Reporting to work on time and working a full schedule
- Cooperating with fellow employees and following procedures
- Safe, efficient operation of equipment
- Conservation of equipment, materials, and supplies
- Strong desire to work with others and share their personal Christian faith, especially as they relate to ASP’s mission.
- Flexibility with work hours and days.
- Willingness to adhere to ASP’s alcohol policy for employees.
- Clear background check.
- Experience working with volunteers; leading and working directly with high school and college aged students.
- Experience with leading worship, devotions and/or spiritual programming. Or youth ministry, campus ministry, etc.
- Desire to work with people of many different church traditions and backgrounds.
ASP does not require, as a condition of employment, membership in or profession of a specific denominational theology
Compensation and Schedule
SPLs will receive bi-weekly payments over the eleven-week employment cycle. Starting pay is $4,900. ASP provides all SPLs with housing (if needed), a work vehicle, and a gas card. This is a full-time temporary position from late May through early August.
