Residential Core Team Member

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Program Timing: Ongoing / Location: Dallas, TX
Program: In My Shoes

RESIDENTIAL CORE TEAM MEMBER

 

Residential Core Team Members are essential to fulfilling the mission of In My Shoes. Core Team Members make a one-year commitment to live in a community with the mothers and babies of the home.

This is a $500 monthly stipend position.

 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

 

  • Provide ongoing mentorship and emotional support to the residents of In My Shoes.
  • Assist in managing the daily operations of the house by assuming one of the following administrative roles: Operations Coordinator, Volunteer Coordinator, Donations Coordinator, Hospitality Coordinator, or House Manager.
  • Participate in and embrace all aspects of community life.  This includes community prayer, community dinners, house outings, etc. 
  • Ensure safety and enforce rules within the house.
  • Serve as an Advocate for up to 3 moms which means providing one-on-one support and accountability, as well as assisting them with setting and working toward their goals.
  • Provide daytime and overnight house coverage by answering the phone, welcoming guests/visitors, offering tours, and receiving donations.
  • Transporting moms and babies to and from appointments and other necessary places as needed. 

 

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

 

  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent life experience 
  • A passion for service, especially serving women and babies
  • Strong organizational skills 
  • Ability to multitask
  • Ability to maintain professional boundaries
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to interface with and engage diverse groups of people
  • Desire to live in community and solidarity with others