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Baptist Children’s Home and Family Services (BCHFS) is a Christ-centered organization seeking servant-minded people who are seeking a great mission career opportunity! Compensation is based on position and experience. Eligible employees are offered a benefit package which may include insurance (medical, dental, vision, and life), retirement plan, paid vacation, sick days, and holidays.
To apply for a position at Baptist Children’s Home and Family Services:
Read Statement of Belief and job description.
Download and complete an BCHFS employment application.
Send your completed application and resume to hr@bchfs.com
Interested in joining our team? Click on the position listing to see the job description and requirements.
Development Administrative Assistant
Position Title: Development Administrative Assistant
Position Summary: The Administrative Assistant will work under the supervision of the Director of Development and Marketing to provide faith-based donor support services, as well as theological explanations of ministry purpose and compliance, consistent with the religious values of Baptist Children’s Home & Family Services. In addition, the Development Administrative Assistant will provide secretarial services and maintain records essential to the provision of those services.
The position is a 35.5-hour work week. Evening and weekend work may be occasionally required. The position is full-time and eligible for benefits. Occasional travel will also be required.
Salary Range: $27,823 – $37,912
Benefits: Vacation, Sick Days, Retirement, and Medical Insurance
Position Location: This position is located at the Devore Administration Building in Carmi, IL.
Position Provisions: This position is provided with an agency credit card for business expenses and travel.
Position Accountabilities:
- To be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and use of technology
- To serve as receptionist to visitors and clients and to be able to interact with faith-based visitors and clients in dialogue related to the theological bases consistent with the religious values of BCHFS for the various BCHFS ministries.
- To open and sort incoming mail for the agency, as well as handling outgoing mail for Development and Marketing, including when directed being the person to author oral and written responses.
- To maintain the agency’s donor database with detailed and accurate recording of all monetary and in-kind gifts (individual, churches, memorials/honors, wills and estates).
- To prepare and mail all donor correspondence including receipts and thank you cards.
- To prepare and transmit daily bank deposits
- Work with the Development team to prepare and mail – appeals, newsletter, event invitations and any other publications.
- Perform general office duties, such as ordering supplies and maintaining records.
- To provide individual donors and churches with year-end giving reports upon request.
- To connect churches with BCHFS speakers.
- To provide the IL Baptist State Association and state associations with reports on church giving.
- Assist the Director of Development and Marketing with assigned duties and special projects.
Position Qualifications
- High School degree minimum; Associate degree preferred.
- Customer service or administrative assistant experience.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Able to work well independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to hold client and donor information in the strictest confidentiality.
- Aligned with organizational mission and values.
- Passionate about working in a faith-based, Christian ministry.
Registered Nurse (Full-Time or Part-Time)
Position Title: Registered Nurse (Full-Time or Part-Time)
Position Summary: Under the general direction of the Medical Director and GraceHaven Program Manager, the Registered Nurse is responsible for medical care provided in the clinic that includes pregnancy testing, limited ultrasounds, education, and follow up to support client needs. The Registered Nurse consults with the GraceHaven Program Manager, Medical Director, and Patient Advocates to deliver care to the patients. Evening and weekend work may be occasionally required. The position, if full-time, is eligible for benefits.
Position Location: This position will be located at the GraceHaven clinic in Mt. Vernon, IL.
Full-Time Salary Range: $41,000 – $51,000 Part-Time Pay: $25 – $35 per hour
Benefits if Full Time: Vacation, Sick Days, Retirement, and Medical Insurance
Position Provisions: This position will be provided with an agency credit card for business expenses and travel if full-time.
Position Accountabilities:
* Perform Pregnancy testing
* Referrals as needed for social services and/or medical care
* STI testing and treatment as prescribed by Medical Director
* Patient education
* Perform limited obstetrical ultrasounds, once certified and as ordered by the Medical Director or other physician.
* Maintain nurse’s station, ultrasound room, exam room is kept clean and organized
* Prepare order for medical supplies and solutions and give to site manager
* Work in conjunction with patient advocates and other staff to ensure good medical, nursing and psychosocial care for patients
* Timely compliance with input and maintenance of patient’s clinical records, as well as medical logs
* Maintain a consistent life-affirming philosophy, which includes never referring or advising a patient to have an abortion. (When a situation arises where a mother’s life is at risk, the clinic advocates taking measures to preserve her life, hoping that the mother and her child can both be saved.)
* Support the GraceHaven Program Manager to ensure compliance of all licensure issues
* Attend meetings and trainings as required
* Add to and improve professional skills by attending relevant professional education classes with approval of GraceHaven Program Manager
* Maintain certification and license for RN clinical role
* Knowledge and adherence to RN scope of practice
* Assist with volunteer in-service training as needed
* Other tasks as assigned
Position Qualifications:
* Possess or be able to obtain certification in limited obstetrical ultrasound.
* Current Illinois RN License.
* Possess or be able to obtain certification in Basic Life Support.
* Knowledge of obstetrical and gynecological care preferred.
* Passionate about working in a faith-based, Christian ministry.
* Aligned with organizational mission and values.
* Good oral communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to use Microsoft Office products and electronic healthcare record system for documentation.
* Ability to work with a diverse population.
* Active member of an evangelical church
* Possess a valid State of Illinois Driver’s License
Medical Professional (Full-Time or Part-Time)
Position Title: Medical Professional – Full-Time or Part-Time
Position Summary: Under the general direction of the Medical Director and GraceHaven Program Manager, the Medical Professional is responsible for medical care provided in the clinic that includes pregnancy testing, limited ultrasounds, education, and follow up to support client needs. The Medical Professional consults with the GraceHaven Program Manager, Medical Director, and Patient Advocates to deliver care to the patients. Evening and weekend work may be occasionally required. The position, if full-time, is eligible for benefits.
Position Location: This position will be located at the GraceHaven clinic in Mt. Vernon, IL.
Full-Time Salary Range: $31,000 – $41,000 Part-Time Pay: $20 – $25 per hour
Benefits if Full Time: Vacation, Sick Days, Retirement, and Medical Insurance
Position Provisions: This position will be provided with an agency credit card for business expenses and travel, if full-time.
Position Accountabilities:
* Perform Pregnancy testing
* Referrals as needed for social services and/or medical care
* Patient education
* Perform limited obstetrical ultrasounds, once certified and as ordered by the Medical Director or other physician.
* Maintain nurse’s station, ultrasound room, exam room is kept clean and organized
* Prepare order for medical supplies and solutions and give to site manager
* Work in conjunction with patient advocates and other staff to ensure good medical, nursing and psychosocial care for patients
* Timely compliance with input and maintenance of patient’s clinical records, as well as medical logs
* Maintain a consistent life-affirming philosophy, which includes never referring or advising a patient to have an abortion. (When a situation arises where a mother’s life is at risk, the clinic advocates taking measures to preserve her life, hoping that the mother and her child can both be saved.)
* Support the GraceHaven Program Manager to ensure compliance of all licensure issues
* Attend meetings and trainings as required
* Add to and improve professional skills by attending relevant professional education classes with approval of GraceHaven Program Manager
* Maintain certification for limited obstetrical ultrasound
* Knowledge and adherence to scope of practice
* Assist with volunteer in-service training as needed
* Other tasks as assigned
Position Qualifications:
* Possess a license as a Radiologic Technologist.
* Possess or be able to obtain certification in limited obstetrical ultrasound.
* Possess or be able to obtain certification in Basic Life Support.
* Knowledge of obstetrical and gynecological care preferred.
* Passionate about working in a faith-based, Christian ministry.
* Aligned with organizational mission and values.
* Good oral communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to use Microsoft Office products and electronic healthcare record system for documentation.
* Ability to work with a diverse population.
* Active member of an evangelical church
* Possess a valid State of Illinois Driver’s License
Intake Specialist and Model of Care Coordinator (Full-Time or Part-Time)
Position Title: Intake Specialist and Model of Care Coordinator (Full-Time or Part-Time)
Position Summary: Respond to all inquiries for services of Baptist Children’s Home. Process all referrals gathering needed information in preparation of interview. Provide quality interviews and assessments to all Baptist Children’s Home children and families. The position, if full-time, is eligible for benefits. The position reports to the BCH Program Manager.
Position Location: This position will be located on the Baptist Children’s Home campus in Carmi, IL. It will have office space in the Hathaway Administrative Building.
Full-Time Salary Range: $31,000 – $41,000 Part-Time Pay Range: $20 – $25 an hour
Benefits if Full Time: Vacation, Sick Days, Retirement, and Medical Insurance
Position Provisions: This position will be provided with an agency credit card for business expenses and travel, and a stipend for on-call coverage at the current approved rate.
Position Accountabilities:
- Process all referrals from initial inquiry to date of interview for Baptist Children’s Home:
- Collect and process all referral information.
- Collect all inquiry, referral, and placement data.
- Schedule and conduct preplacement interviews for Baptist Children’s Home.
- Maintain professional working relationship with referring agents.
- Work as a team member with childcare staff and other professional staff to bring about positive change in clients:
- Provide consultation services to childcare staff.
- Provide Crisis Intervention Services as part of the “on call” rotation.
- Help design and implement therapeutic interventions.
- Represent BCHFS to community agencies via relevant presentations and attending agency meetings.
- Assist the Director of Programs & Compliance to ensure the fidelity of the Behavioral Management Model of Care used by the agency.
Position Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or equivalent.
Licensed Counselor
Position Summary:
Masters level Licensed Counselor. Applicant should have experience providing counseling to individuals, couples, and families. The position offers flexibility in working with a team of supportive and skilled professionals.
Salary Range: $41,000 – $53,000
Benefits: Vacation, Sick Days, Retirement, and Medical Insurance
Qualifications:
Education: Masters Degree
1. Credentials: LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent, will consider LPC
2. Experience: Counselor should have experience providing counseling to individuals, couples, and families.
To apply, send a letter of interest and resume to hr@bchfs.com.
House Mother - Angels' Cove - Mt. Vernon
Position Summary:
To fulfill the mission of BCHFS and provide a Christ-centered residential
home and needed support services resulting in positive life changes for young women who are
experiencing an unplanned pregnancy.
The position is a 7 consecutive day live-in position with the following 7 consecutive days off
duty. The position is full-time and eligible for benefits.
The position will be supervised by the Maternity Programs Manager.
Position Location: The position will be located at Angels’ Cove Cottage in Mt. Vernon, IL.
Pay Range: $35,600 – $41,300
Benefits: Sick Days, Retirement, Medical Insurance
Position Accountabilities:
- Attend a local Illinois Baptist State associating church each Sunday with residents.
- Maintain a high level of expertise and guidance in the theory and practice of maternal-child
care. - Daily serve, support, love and supervise young women, modeling a healthy, spiritual, and
moral home. - Set and maintain healthy boundaries and loving relationships for residents within a family
environment. - Have a vision for life-change and positive transformation for each resident.
- Build and maintain reciprocal relationships with the community, social service agencies, and
church units for the benefit of residents. - Maintain residential facilities, including cleanliness.
- Manage resources to provide high quality care within approved budget.
- Provide for daily needs of residents: food, clothing, shelter, transportation, etc.
Implement Bible studies in the home. - Administer medications and maintain a daily log for each resident.
- Prepare and follow the cottage schedule and assist residents in following the schedule.
- Document daily progress or notes in electronic record system.
- Provide thorough information during shift change so oncoming shift can best meet the
needs of residents. - Perform fire and tornado drills as required.
- Obtain appropriate food sanitation credentials as required.
- Interact with the residents and help them, when needed, in completing tasks.
Interact with volunteers and donors as requested. - Attend staff meetings, trainings, and special functions.
- Coordinate and supervise volunteer work activities: mentoring, crafts, special classes, etc.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
- Minimum level of high school diploma or GED and 21 years of age or older.
- Capable of providing leadership and spiritual guidance to each of the residents according to
her specific needs. - Ability to recognize natural teaching opportunities and act upon them.
- Physically able to fulfill all responsibilities of the position.
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good computer skills
- Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
- Meets and maintains all State, Licensure, and Agency eligibility requirements to drive
residents and possess required State Driver licensure endorsements.
To apply, send a letter of interest and resume to hr@bchfs.com.
House Parent Couple & House Mother - BCH - Carmi
Position Summary: Provide custodial care for children in a Christian environment.
The position is a 7 consecutive day live-in position with the following 7 consecutive days off duty. The position is full-time and eligible for benefits. The position will be supervised by the Baptist Children’s Home Campus Program Manager.
Position Location: This position will be located on the Baptist Children’s Home campus in
Carmi, IL.
Pay Range: $35,600 – $41,300
Benefits: Sick Days, Retirement, Medical Insurance
Position Accountabilities:
- Maintain a high level of expertise in the theory and practice of residential child care and
guidance. - Collect information and feedback regarding the needs/wants of users of child care services;
use this information in planning and evaluation - Develop and maintain positive behavior management, spiritual guidance, and educational
and social support systems for residents; keep accurate records of progress, report progress
as requested. - Build and maintain reciprocal relationships with community, social service agencies, and
denominational units for the benefit of residents. - Maintain assigned residential facilities, including buildings, grounds, and equipment.
- Manage resources to provide high quality care within approved budget.
- Provide for daily needs of residents: food, clothing, shelter, transportation, etc.
- Perform special tasks as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
- Minimum level of high school diploma or GED and 21 years of age or older.
- Capable of providing leadership and spiritual guidance to each of the residents according to
her specific needs. - Ability to recognize natural teaching opportunities and act upon them.
- Physically able to fulfill all responsibilities of the position.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good computer skills.
- Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
- Meets and maintains all State, Licensure, and Agency eligibility requirements to drive
residents and possess required State Driver licensure endorsements.
To apply, send a letter of interest and resume to hr@bchfs.com.
Statement of Belief
- We value and affirm life from conception to natural death.
- We believe that children should live in a safe and stable home environment and should be given the opportunity to thrive with loving parents.
- We offer residential care, when needed, which nurtures the whole child – physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
- We work to strengthen the family unit and build family and community supports with the goal of reunification of the family.
- We promote life through alternatives to abortion including residential care for pregnant women, life-skills training and Christian counseling, and/or adoption as set out below.
- We believe that marriage is ordained by God and revealed in the Bible to be a covenant relationship between one man (biologically male at birth) and one woman (biologically female at birth).
- We serve Christian, heterosexual-married couples (meaning of opposite biological gender at birth) in our adoption ministry and services, including those services we offer in support to outside adoption providers.
- When we cannot assist through our Christian ministry programs, we offer referral assistance to outside agencies.
- We offer all our services regardless of ability to pay and regardless of racial or ethnic backgrounds.
BCHFS Employment Application Form Download
For an online fillable application, please send an email request to hr@bchfs.com and an online fillable copy will be sent to you.
SEND RESUME AND APPLICATION TO:
BCHFS Human Resources
Phone: (618) 382-4164 ext. 1111
Email: hr@bchfs.com
BAPTIST CHILDREN’S HOME & FAMILY SERVICES
Attn: Employment Applications
949 County Road 1300 N
Carmi, Illinois 62821
Why Choose Us?
We are mission minded!
Our mission
Our mission is to provide Christ-centered services that protect, heal, and restore hurting children and families. As part of our team, you will join in the mission to serve individuals in crisis situations and help them find hope through the love of Christ.
Benefits
Employee Benefits
Full-time employees of the BCHFS are eligible for employee benefits. Benefits may include paid vacation, sick days, and holidays; insurance (medical, dental, vision, and life). Residential Houseparents in either the Baptist Children’s Home – Carmi location, or Angels’ Cove -Mt. Vernon Location are live-in opportunities that provide housing to the employee. Off duty living quarters available but houseparents are not required to stay on campus during their off time.
Why Carmi?
Location
Carmi is located in the southeastern portion of Illinois. The City of Carmi has a great informational website that introduces you to the community if you are not familiar with it. http://www.cityofcarmi.org/small-town-living/
Nearby
Even though Carmi is rurally located, major cities and all the accompanying amenities are less than 3 hours away.
- Evansville, Indiana is 50 miles to the east, and is the largest city in Southern Indiana with a population of over 100,000. It has all the amenities of shopping, entertainment, and family activities when you are looking for a day trip.
- St Louis, Missouri is approximately 2 hours to the west.
- Indianapolis, Indiana is approximately 3 hours to the northeast.
- Nashville, Tennessee is approximately 3 hours south.
Outdoor Adventures
Carmi is located within 50 miles of the Shawnee National Forest with camping, hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, fishing, horseback riding, and much more. https://www.enjoyillinois.com/explore/listing/shawnee-national-forest
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