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Job Description Job Title: Enrichment Coordinator Location: Watchung, NJ Hours: Part-Time (20–29 hours/week) Salary Range: $25.00 – $33.50/hr About Us The Sisters of Mercy of the Americas are sustained and inspired by their relationship with God and one another. Our mission is to respond with vision and compassion to the needs of people who are poor, sick, and uneducated. This mission guides our employees' daily work as we extend compassion, practice social justice, and strive to live mercifully. Job Summary We are seeking a compassionate, creative, and organized Enrichment Coordinator to develop and lead meaningful programs that enrich the lives of our Sisters and residents. This role plans and implements engaging activities that promote wellness, connection, dignity, and joy while supporting person-centered care. The Enrichment Coordinator also partners with staff, volunteers, families, and the community to create a vibrant and welcoming environment. Key Responsibilities Plan, organize, and lead engaging recreational, educational, spiritual, and social enrichment programs. Develop person-centered activities that promote wellness, comfort, and quality of life. Coordinate group activities, therapeutic programs, celebrations, outings, shopping trips, music, games, and special events. Build relationships with community organizations, churches, schools, and volunteers to enhance programming. Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers supporting enrichment activities. Create and distribute monthly activity calendars and maintain attendance records. Ensure programming meets the unique interests and needs of each Sister and resident, including those living with dementia. Assist with transportation for outings using an accessible vehicle when needed. Manage enrichment supplies and operate within the department budget. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support individualized care and programming. Promote family involvement and meaningful social engagement. Follow all safety procedures and maintain a safe, welcoming environment. Participate in occasional evening and weekend programming. QualificationsRequired Associate's degree or equivalent in a related field. 3–5 years of relevant experience. At least 2 years of experience in gerontology, long-term care, memory care, or working with individuals living with dementia. Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills. Ability to effectively communicate and engage with individuals experiencing dementia. Experience coordinating activities, programs, or events. Valid driver's license with the ability to transport residents in an accessible van. Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Preferred Experience in healthcare, senior living, or a faith-based organization. Knowledge of person-centered dementia care practices. Experience training, mentoring, or coordinating staff and volunteers. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Appreciation for the traditions and mission of the Sisters of Mercy and the Catholic Church. Physical Requirements Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 25 pounds. Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and perform daily physical activities. Ability to assist residents during activities as needed. Clear vision, hearing, and verbal communication skills. Key Competencies Attention to detail. Problem solving and sound judgment. Compassionate, resident-centered approach. Excellent communication and teamwork. Organization and time management. Creativity and initiative. Ability to build meaningful relationships with residents, families, staff, and volunteers. #SMA123

Job Description JOB DESCRIPTION FOR YOUTH/ ENGLISH PASTOR GENERAL INFORMATION Rockland Chinese Alliance Church of C&MA (RCAC) is a Chinese and English speaking church with two congregations and a combined total of about 100 attendees. We are seeking a full time youth/ English pastor who is responsible for leading both our youth and English speaking adult ministries. The youth/ English pastor works closely with the youth/ English ministry committee and reports to the senior pastor. GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSTION Disciple youth and English-speaking adults by cultivating and implementing a holistic approach to Youth Ministry and English Ministry in the areas of discipleship, living out the Gospel, mission, and outreach while serving as a spiritual leader and role model. POSTION RELATIONSHIP • Report to the Senior Pastor., • Meet with the Youth/ English Ministry Committee on a monthly basis., • Work cooperatively with other Church Staff., • Assisted by the church members, parents, and Youth/English Ministry Committee in the implementation of all youth and English programs. RESPONSIBILITIES • Follow the Great Commission to spread the Gospel., • Develop and implement discipleship and leadership training strategies for youth and English-speaking adults., • Shepherd the flocks with family role model., • Preach God’s word faithfully and teach the congregants to apply the biblical principles in their real life., • Provide pastoral care to congregants through regular visitation and fellowship, and pastoral counselling., • Organize monthly Youth/English Ministry Committee meeting., • Maintain proper office hours together with the pastoral team., • Lead to plan the Youth/English Ministry budget., • Lead the English congregation to participate in the Angel’s Heart Ministry activities and other RCAC church wide events., • Lead youth and young adults to support the Vocational Bible School (VBS), together with the Children Ministry Committee., • Lead the youth and English part of the church summer retreat., • Organize community services such as Make Rockland Beautiful, etc., • Organize fundraising for English congregation mission trips., • Share various other pastoral responsibilities. SPECIFIC DUTIES IN YOUTH MINISTRY • Develop curriculum, teach and lead the Youth Bible Study program on Friday nights., • Implement Sunday School classes by teaching curriculum and training youth counselors., • Organize Sunday worship service and train the youth worship team to lead worship in the combined worship services and special meetings., • Organize youth to participate in spiritual gatherings such as Alliance Youth retreat (Lake Champion), Next Ministry conferences, Life Conference, etc. SPECIFIC DUTIES IN ENGLISH MINISTRY • Establish English family Sunday worship service., • Organize and lead weekly prayer meeting of the English congregation., • Establish weekly adult English Bible study group., • Nurture and care for RCAC college students and young adults. BENEFITS • Salary between $24,000-26,000, • Spacious bi-level single house parsonage with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms., • Medical insurance To be considered for this position, please complete the application to include your testimony, resume and other background information related to the position. If the district office has reviewed your application and they think you may be a potential match for the position, that the hiring manager will reach out to you for next steps. This position may require licensing with The Christian & Missionary Alliance. To learn more about The Alliance and requirements for licensing, please visit our website Please do not contact the church directly.

The New York Foundling At The New York Foundling, we trust in the power and potential of people, and we deliberately invest in proven practices. From bold beginnings in 1869, our New York-based nonprofit has supported hundreds of thousands of our neighbors on their own paths to stability, strength, and independence. We help children and families navigate through and beyond foster care. We help families struggling with conflict and poverty grow strong. We help individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives, and we help our neighbors access quality health and mental health servicescore to building lifelong resilience and wellbeing. Together, our interrelated programs provide a whole-person, whole-family, and whole-life approach that unlocks solutions for a lifetime. The New York Foundling has served people with developmental disabilities since 1974, beginning with children and gradually expanding services to all ages, including the growing population of elders with developmental disabilities. The Developmental Division strives to empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live as they choose, actively engaged in the community, pursuing their goals and interests through a choice of supported residential options, health services, meaningful activities, and employment opportunities. • Ensure appropriate supervision, health and safety of individuals; Implement Individual Plan of Protective Oversight., • Advocate for individuals in the community (medical appointments, church, recreation activities etc.)., • Ensure individual's plan of care is implemented., • Ensure that individual medication is administered as prescribed., • Assist in daily living skills (e.g. personal hygiene, food preparation, house keeping, laundry, shopping) - Maintain facility in compliance with the OPWDD and COA standards., • Facilitate individual's learning and skill training in fire safety., • Implementation and documentation of individual's goals., • Complete daily progress notes and other individual logs., • Maintain updated certifications in CPR/first aid, SCIP, and AMAP., • Provide atmosphere conducive to positive behavior., • Observe, report regressive and unusual behavior and work cooperatively with clinical staff., • Planning and preparing balanced meals., • Cleaning and maintaining of the residential unit, • Assist individuals with the purchase of groceries, clothing, hygiene supplies and other items needed. - Attends appropriate workshops, trainings, and meetings., • Assist in providing spiritual development., • Assist in providing ethical and moral values., • Transport and escort individuals on recreational activities, medical appointment, home visits, etc. - Assist in development of social skills., • Remain on shift until your relief has arrived., • Complete job related tasks as needed. The New York Foundling is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee population, the Foundling will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. • High School Diploma or GED, • AMAP, SCIP, CPR, and First Aid Certifications preferred., • Valid NY/NJ/CT/PA Driver's License with 6 points or less required., • Experience working with adults that have developmental disabilities., • Demonstrated strong commitment to safety. High School / G.E.D. $19.00 + Education Additive ($0.15/hour Associate's Degree $.80/hour: Bachelor's or higher)

You will collaborate with Children’s Ministry to shepherd transitions, recruit volunteers, oversee curriculum, safety procedures, events, and budget, while modeling Christ-like leadership and serving families. Mendham Hills Community Church in New Jersey seeks a Student Ministries Pastor to lead a

Liquid Church is a Bible-based, Christ-centered evangelical megachurch with a vision to "Saturate the State with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Liquid is regularly spotlighted as one of America's " Top 100 Fastest-Growing Churches " by Outreach magazine. Interact and communicate with parents, especiall