Thank you for your interest in Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries. We are seeking applicants who are qualified, who really love people and who, by the pattern of their lives, are role models and want to spread the good news (gospel).

Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries is a NICOTINE FREE MINISTRY.

We desire that all applicants feel comfortable in a Christian environment. All Staff members participate in prayer and Bible Study and need to be comfortable with a lifestyle of prayer and worship that is integrated into day-to-day job functions. As a result, the following information is requested as a bona fide occupation qualification.

In your Cover Letter or Resume Please include 3 References, Name, phone, email and Relationship. Please exclude family and close friends. You can include your Pastor.

General Description:

The Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries is a privately funded 501(c)3 non-profit, evangelical Christian ministry. Our designated

purpose is religious, and we are a Christ-centered ministry which is dedicated to sharing the Gospel and helping the

homeless and impoverished. We consider every position to be essential in the fulfillment of our ministry and statement

of purpose. As such, each employee must have a relationship with Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord.

Essential Functions:

• As a member of staff, uphold, promote, and encourage, in word and deed, desired organizational culture and values;

purposefully seek to establish and maintain a culture that is based on grace and affirms and advances KGM's vision

and purpose.

• Maintain a peaceful, ministry-focused atmosphere.

• Follow directions of the Children's Ministry Manager.

• Help prepare play and learning materials.

• Assist in supervising children's play and monitoring their physical safety.

• Help children with daily routines such as toileting, eating, and sleeping.

• Guide children's behavior and social/emotional development.

• Perform simple first aid in emergencies.

• Participate in recommended training programs.

• Help clean Children's Ministry area.

• Assist with breakfast and snack.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Highly ethical with the ability to make smart, timely decisions.

• Share the gospel message openly and clearly.

• Relate well to both children and adults.

• Demonstrate an understanding, patient, warm and receptive attitude toward children.

• Lift 30 pounds.

• Sit on the floor to play with children.

448 N. Burdick | Kalamazoo, MI 49007 | (269)345-2974 | kzoogospel.org

“But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to

give the reason for the hope that you have. But does this with gentleness and respect.” – 1 Peter 3:15 (NIV)

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Personal Attributes and Values:

• Have a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ and a desire to serve Him.

• Be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ

• Exhibit spiritual maturity as defined by evangelical biblical standards and in accordance with the employee handbook.

• Have a heart of compassion and caring toward the homeless and hurting and a passion about ministering life

transformation in an urban setting.

• Possess a love for children and teens.

• Demonstrates a courteous and Christ-like manner with internal and external partners

• Highly ethical with the ability to make smart, rapid decisions; demonstrates excellent integrity.

• Flexible, cooperative spirit

• Possess and promote a drug, nicotine free lifestyle.

Working Conditions/Physical Factors:

Occasionally = 1%-33%; Frequently = 34%-66%; Continuously = 67%-100%

• Work will predominately require individual to work in a typical childcare environment.

Equipment/Tools Used:

• Computer

• Phone

Education/Experience and/or Certification:

• Must have high school diploma.

• Must have training and/or experience in Early Childhood or Elementary Education

The pay range for this role is:
16 - 16 USD per hour(Kalamazoo Gospel Mission)

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