Church Mental Wellness Coordinator

The Church Mental Wellness Coordinator is responsible for promoting emotional well-being by providing education, support opportunities, and referrals to appropriate community resources.

Ministry Area/Department

Wellness Ministry

Position

Church Mental Health 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

Mercy, Encouragement, Shepherding, Wisdom, Helps

Talents or Abilities Desired

Strong listening skills, organization, relationship building, confidentiality, communication, and the ability to coordinate support resources.

Best Personality Traits

Compassionate, patient, trustworthy, empathetic, calm, approachable, dependable.

Passion For

Helping individuals experience emotional wellness through Christ-centered support, education, and healthy community connections.

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. Coordinate mental wellness education workshops.
2. Organize support groups for life transitions, grief, caregivers, or stress management.
3. Develop a network of licensed counseling and mental health referral partners.
4. Train ministry leaders on recognizing when members may need additional support.
5. Promote mental wellness awareness throughout the congregation.
6. Maintain a confidential resource directory.
7. Track participation and evaluate program effectiveness.
8. 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. Workshop attendance.
2. Support group participation.
3. Community referral partnerships established.
4. Volunteer engagement.