Church Community Outreach Coordinator

The Church Community Outreach Coordinator is responsible for extending the church’s wellness ministry into the community by building partnerships and connecting individuals with health resources and services. 

Ministry Area/Department

Wellness Ministry

Position

Church Community Outreach Coordinator

Accountable To

Director of Wellness & Community Health

Ministry Target

Community and Congregation

Position Is

Stipend

Position May Be Filled By

Church Member

Minimum Maturity Level

Stable Maturing Christian, Tither

Spiritual Gifts

Evangelism, Leadership, Helps, Administration, Mercy

Talents or Abilities Desired

Networking, relationship building, event coordination, communication, volunteer management, and community engagement

Best Personality Traits

Outgoing, relational, organized, dependable, resourceful, collaborative, servant

Passion For

Serving the community by connecting people with resources that improve health, wellness, and quality of life while demonstrating the love of Christ

Length of Service Commitment

One Year Minimum

Anticipated Time Commitments:

1. Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: 2-3 hours per week (8-12 hours per month)

2. Participating in meetings/training: As requested

Responsibilities/Duties:

1. Develop partnerships with hospitals, clinics, nonprofits, and community organizations.
2. Coordinate church participation in community health fairs and outreach events.
3. Recruit volunteers for outreach initiatives.
4. Identify community wellness needs and recommend new programs.
5. Promote wellness services throughout the surrounding community.
6. Assist with grant opportunities and sponsorship relationships.
7. Maintain partnership records.
8. Provide monthly ministry reports.
9. Each Coordinator will:

• Attend one monthly Wellness Leadership Team meeting.
• Recruit and mentor volunteers within your ministry area.
• Support major church wellness events.
• Collaborate with other wellness coordinators.
• Submit a brief monthly activity report with participation numbers, accomplishments, challenges, and goals for the following month.
• Uphold the mission, values, and policies of the church.

Measures of Success

1. Number of community partnerships.
2. Outreach event participation.
3. Volunteer engagement.
4. Community members served.