Thank you for considering furthering your career at TGRM.

The Men’s Director at the Toledo Gospel Rescue Mission is a vital ministry position. Along with fulfilling the duties of the Chaplain, the Men’s Director tends to the practical needs of the men and the facility. The Men’s Director assists guests to understand more fully life’s events as they relate to their spiritual and emotional well-being. They also guide them into re-entry into mainstream self-sufficiency. The Men’s Director meets with the Executive Director in order to gain a full understanding of those they are in service to and in order to gain skills and competencies necessary to provide pastoral care. 

The Men’s Director must meet the following requirements:

• Solid standing in a Bible-believing church with written Pastoral referral
• Good physical & emotional health
• Ability & stamina to minister to guests with varying backgrounds who more than likely possess severe emotional instability, addictions, and possibly mental dysfunctions
• Flexibility in hours to administer programs and services
• Ability and desire to work with clergy & volunteers of varying backgrounds
• Experience in working as part of a team; excellent communication skills

JOB DUTIES:

• Carries out the goals of the Executive Director in presenting the gospel and mentoring the male guests
• Facilitates the celebration of holidays at the facility
• Organizes daily chapel schedule as well as schedule of chores to be done by the transient volunteers
• Maintains the cleanliness of the facility by assigning chores, room checks, and attentiveness to detail that others may overlook 
• Regularly mentors the male guests giving priority to those at greatest risk
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with all staff members (salaried & volunteer)
• Initiates & maintains communication with potential and current chapel volunteers as well as local ministers in an effort to encourage volunteerism
• Educates new volunteers on the application and if applicable background testing required
• Maintain official records and get them to the Administrative office by the first of each month
• Maintains records of all private conversations with guests, transient volunteers, staff, and others so as to be completely above reproach and to maintain Mission integrity should an accusation ever arise 
• The Men’s Director is responsible for maintaining a climate that attracts, keeps, and motivates a diverse group of volunteers (TVs & outside)
• The Men’s Director is responsible for the discipline (with grace) and guidance of the men involved in the Transient Volunteer program as well as the employees at his facility. He is to maintain order at the facility, document unacceptable behaviors of the men and how he handled them, and report them to the Executive Director in a timely manner. While the Executive Director is the only person that hires and fires; the Men’s Director has input and influence on his decision. 

We are looking for a reliable, skilled maintenance worker to perform essential upkeep tasks throughout our 4 ministry locations. In this position, you will be responsible for a wide variety of activities such as repairs and upkeep to ensure that our ministry buildings are both safe and functional. Being reliable and self-motivated with a keen eye for detail is essential in this job, as the ideal candidate will have significant work experience and solid technical knowledge. You should have the manual dexterity and physical stamina necessary for this work.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform minor fixes, such as repairing broken locks, damage to walls, etc.
• Install necessary appliances and equipment as needed
• Check control panels and electrical wiring to identify issues
• Complete regular maintenance tasks, such as replacing light bulbs
• Inspect and troubleshoot various equipment and systems
• Test the functionality of the facility’s safety systems
• Collaborate with staff and other professionals during renovations and facility expansions
• Report to Executive Director regarding issues resolved, those needing attention, and those currently in progress

Requirements and Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Proven experience as a maintenance worker or other similar position, REFERENCES REQUIRED 

Basic working knowledge of plumbing, and electrical systems

Experience working with tools, including hand and electrical tools

Successful completion of background checks

Ability to read and utilize technical manuals and drawings

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

General passion for creative problem-solving

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 

Works directly with single mothers and their children who are experiencing homelessness in a group-home like setting.

Responsible for securing the building overnight, maintaining a safe facility during overnight hours. 

Maintains order through out the building by properly directing mothers and children with regard to chores and rules.

Assists in covering chapels when volunteers do not keep their scheduled times. 

Personally follows shelter rules, procedures and guidelines and enforces these throughout the shelter as well in order to maintain a safe environment. Also, protects the confidentiality needs of our clients and other staff.

Answers questions from mothers about available resources and notifies the Program Manager via the communication log, interacts with volunteers, and spends time listening to families. Provides mentorship to the mothers in the home regarding their relationship with God and with others.  

Accountable for maintaining the communication log, ensuring chores are completed, and any additional duties assigned as directed by the Program Manager or Director.

Participation in special events at Rebekah’s Haven, unless otherwise told by the Director. 

Ability to navigate 3 flights of stairs in a timely manner to respond to emergency situations as they arise. Ability to bend, stretch, and lift a minimum of 25 pounds. 

Experience working with women and families who have been homeless, victims of domestic violence and who come from a variety of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to interact effectively with clients in a home-like environment, being both compassionate and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.

Must be self-directed and able to work independently. Strengths-based perspective is essential.

Bilingual English/Spanish a plus, but not a requirement.

This is a volunteer position.

We are in need of someone passionate about street ministry! Following the example of the good shepherd, the Shepherds Call Coordinator would be responsible for coordinating volunteers to go out in groups once a month, meet people where they are at who are hurting, offer encouragement care, prayer, and care bags with information on TGRM.

Preferred qualifications include:

- Previous experience in street ministry

- Compassion 

- A heart for the lost

- Strong Communication Skills / Both Verbal & Written

- Strong Organizational Skill