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The Director of Marketing and Communications must be a dynamic personality who is, above all, committed to serving the Catholic community and who aligns with the Catholic Benefits Association’s and Catholic Insurance Company’s mission to ensure the rights of and to assist Catholic employers in the  provision of high quality health care and other employee benefits without compromising their religious beliefs. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the  Director works in collaboration with the Board, Membership, and leadership of CBA/CIC.  The Director will advise in the development and lead the ongoing implementation of communication strategies supporting the growth of membership, communication of timely information, telling the story of CBA/CIC to members, prospective members, and media outlets.   The Director will be a self-starter, have a thorough knowledge and understanding of marketing and communications, possess the ability to function in many roles, and demonstrate knowledge of and exposure to the Catholic Church and its teachings, particularly in regards to Catholic Social Teaching.   The Director will demonstrate skill in writing, market segmentation, digital communications (email, text, podcasts, webinars, etc.), website management, social media, and video production and the technologies supporting those mediums.   The Director will ensure a clear, consistent, and timely dissemination of information through multiple mediums including written updates, webinars, website management, digital outlets and social media.   The Director will work primarily from CBA/CIC offices in Castle Rock, CO, but will interact with individuals and organizations, both Church and secular, across the country.   In support of the CBA/CIC’s ministerial mission, the Director must be a practicing Catholic who demonstrates the highest standards in both their personal and professional life.       Job Responsibilities:   Create communication and marketing strategy that supports membership services and growth. Drive strategy by designing, launching and optimizing campaigns across multiple distribution mediums   Increase brand awareness that aligns with the Mission of our organizations   Define and manage the marketing/communications budgets and timelines to achieve strategic objectives.   Identify, engage, and manage vendors, agencies, and/or consultants as needed to execute strategy.   Remain current on industry trends and insights and provide recommendations to refine communications/marketing approach as needed.   Draft written messages and marketing materials to communicate membership value proposition to existing and prospective members, including customizing messages appropriate to various target audiences.   Draft press releases and act as primary contact to outside entities such as newspapers, online outlets, TV, and radio in both the Catholic and secular media   Maintain website vision, strategy, and optimization including timely updates, functional improvements and measurement of usage.   Evaluate campaigns using analytics and clearly communicate key learnings and recommended next steps to leadership.   Qualifications:   Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications or related field.   Minimum 5+ years' experience in digital and/or omni-channel marketing with demonstrated subject-matter expertise.   Previous experience working in a membership organization or Catholic organization or affiliate is highly desirable   Strategic mindset and ability to build and communicate a strategic vision   Experience building and managing multi-channel digital strategies familiarity with website design and development is desirable.   Excellent project management, organization and analytical skills   Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other related software and systems   Previous experience using Google Analytics is desirable

General Purpose:  Reporting to the CEO, this person will provide administrative and clerical support to both the CBA and CIC and will be a point of contact with the Board of Directors, Association Members, Prospective and Insured Member/Clients, Church and Community Leaders, Business Associates and others.  A high degree of professionalism, interpersonal skills, productivity, independent thought, and creativity will be required. Familiarity with Catholic Church structure and function is necessary as is an understanding of and adherence to its teachings. Confidentiality in all regards is essential. This person will present a welcoming, caring, and responsive face on behalf of the CBA and CIC. In addition to the above this person will demonstrate flexibility, and the ability to work cooperatively and respectfully in an environment requiring teamwork. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:   Greet visitors and determine the appropriate action. Manage incoming calls, emails, letters and other communications to insure appropriate distribution or required actions. Manage the organizations paper and electronic filing system. Retrieve, and distribute documents, records, and reports as requested. Maintain membership and other data bases by entering, updating and verifying information. Prepare responses to routine inquiries and, as requested, draft correspondence for the CEO. Perform general office duties such as ordering supplies, basic bookkeeping work, overseeing office maintenance, and other. Draft agendas, organize meetings and, if required, attend in order to record minutes. Compile, transcribe, and distribute approved minutes of meetings. Make travel arrangements as requested Manage and maintain executives’ schedules. Support the CEO and others in development of presentations and other documents, using Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, or other software. Participate in preparation of Webinars or similar meetings. Schedule, send invitations, and distribute “after meeting” follow up material.   Other Duties and Responsibilities:      Ensure the smooth function of the office and associated support activities.   Minimum Requirements:  Faith:  The Executive Assistant must be a practicing Catholic with some knowledge of Catholic teachings related to life issues.  There is no other background that can substitute for this requirement. Education:  High school diploma required or equivalent required. A Bachelor's degree preferred.  Other background that may substitute for this requirement is listed below.  Experience:  A minimum of two years working in an office environment providing administrative or customer support is preferred.  Previous experience working in a membership organization is highly desirable. Skills: Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.              Strong organizational and time management skills.              Must be able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.              Able to utilize an electronic data base (CRM) to maintain and report on membership status. Experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Drop Box, and similar programs. Intermediate level or better skills preferred. Familiarity with Google applications such as Gmail, Google Docs, etc. Comfortable working in a small company environment with rapidly changing needs.

Creatio is offering a 3-6-month internship designed to gain insight into practical, non-profit related experience with an emphasis on grant research and writing. As a junior member of the team, you will have the opportunity to learn and work on projects with a goal of guiding all people to encounter the beauty of creation and the Creator. The internship is unpaid but may include a project trip sponsored by Creatio. Who We Are: Creatio is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit Catholic organization in the state of Colorado, and our mission is to guide all people to encounter the beauty of creation and the Creator through service to the poor, mission trips, outdoor adventure and environmental stewardship.   What Our Organization Does: Creatio works to promote this mission of reconciling human persons with the environment through service to the poor, mission trips, outdoor adventure and environmental stewardship.  Through these experiences, we work to create an environment of encounter – encounter with God, with ourselves, with others, and with creation. Creatio members are volunteers, professionals, and friends working to address environmental and human issues on a deeper level.  Our goal is to facilitate an active transformation of ourselves and others, as well as the environment. Location: Remote or Denver, CO               Start date: Summer 2018    Time commitment: based on availability Responsibilities: Perform grant research to identify most likely grants to be awarded to Creatio. Identify and connect Executive Director with key contacts from qualified grant foundations.  Draft grant applications.  Submit Letters of Inquiry for qualified grants. Qualified Candidates will possess:   Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills. Desire to grow in the Catholic faith and encounter the beauty of creation and the Creator. Good leadership skills with the ability to work effectively in a team as demonstrated through extracurricular activities, school projects or work experience. Strong computer skills – knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Google Apps. Problem solving skills, attention to detail and critical thinking abilities. Bonus : Grant writing experience. If you are interested in this position, please click the  APPLY NOW  button below.  Thanks!

Creatio is offering a full-time position to an adventurous, organized, self-motivated and highly skilled individual who is in love with his/her Catholic faith and has a passion to share it with others through outdoor adventures and mission trips. Who We Are: Creatio is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit Catholic organization in the state of Colorado, and our mission is to guide all people to encounter the beauty of creation and the Creator through service to the poor, mission trips, outdoor adventure and environmental stewardship.   What We Do: Creatio works to promote the mission of reconciling human persons with the environment through service to the poor, mission trips, outdoor adventure and environmental stewardship.  Through these experiences, we work to create an environment of encounter – encounter with God, with ourselves, with others, and with creation. Creatio members are volunteers, professionals, and friends working to address environmental and human issues on a deeper level.  Our goal is to facilitate an active transformation of ourselves and others, as well as the environment. Start date: June-July 2019 Commitment: We ask that participants commit for one-two years from the start date. Additional commitment can be determined at the end of the initial year(s). Location: Denver, CO Responsibilities: Trip guiding: Confidently lead outdoor adventures and mission trips, including thorough trip preparation, execution, and follow-up, while keeping participants safe, engaged, and having fun. Discipleship: Authentically form friendships with participants and, at the proper time,  engage in spiritual dialogue and activities, encouraging them to have deeper encounters with Christ and His Church. Content Creation: Develop formation materials to empower others to lead their own Creatio Experiences. Coaching: Equip Creatio Leadership Team members with the knowledge and resources they need to successfully lead their own Experiences Certifications: Become certified as a Wilderness First Responder (Creatio will cover cost of this). Support Raising: Engage family, friends, and anyone who may be interested in the mission of Creatio to financially support your efforts as a missionary. You will receive a stipend your first two months, after which time you are expected to be fully self-sufficient with support. Outreach: Identify and connect with potential trip participants, organizations, universities and parishes to form new partnerships and grow the impact of Creatio worldwide. Travel: Fly to mission and adventure locations throughout the world. Qualified Candidates will possess:   Adventurous spirit, passion for the outdoors and desire to grow in the Catholic faith. Strong desire to serve the poorest of the poor and improve the livelihood of others. Experience leading mission and/or adventure trips. Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to work effectively in a team and independently as demonstrated by previous work or internship experience. Problem solving skills, attention to detail and critical thinking abilities. Good writing and verbal communication skills. International travel experience. Ability to work with a diverse client base from various cultures, languages and backgrounds. Basic proficiency in Spanish desired. Tentative Timeline (first six months) : JUNE June 13-14: In-office orientation, Denver, CO June 17-18: Outdoor excursion and spiritual formation, Rocky Mountains, CO June 20-21: Support raising training, Ave Maria, FL June 22-Aug 13: Travel back home to do support raising at home (seven weeks) JULY [At home for fundraising] AUGUST Aug 14-23: Wilderness First Responder Training Aug 26: In-Office Start Date SEPTEMBER : Date TBD: Co-lead backpacking excursion OCTOBER : Date TBD: Co-lead Camino de Chimayo pilgrimage NOVEMBER : Begin planning 2020 Adventure Missions, Pilgrimages, Outdoor Adventures Frequently Asked Questions  1 .) What are your expectations for the support raising aspect of the job?   The expectation is that within the first two months, the majority of your support raising will be completed (you will have donors supporting monthly). On an ongoing basis, you will dedicate around 4-8 hours/week of your time to steward existing donors and identify new donors as necessary.  2.) How extensive is your fundraising training? This consists of a two day workshop with Support Raising Solutions. We will also assign you a personal fundraising coach who will be available to you throughout your employment to answer questions, mentor you, and give feedback on the fundraising process. You will also participate in a weekly one-on-one fundraising meeting.  We all want you to succeed so our team is here for you and has many tips to share.  3.) Do you provide housing? No. The applicant is responsible for including housing in his/her fundraising budget. Creatio can assist with housing recommendations.  4.) Am I personally responsible for the cost of my own mission travel expenses? No. We will cover the cost of all mission travel expenses. 5.) Is there room for advancement within your organization? Yes - since we are a growing organization, there is a ton of room for advancement. This will be based on your desire to take on new roles as you get more familiar with Creatio. 6.) Your tentative timeline covers months 1 through 6; Do you have a sense of the nature of the job after this training period? We will continue to have several more pilgrimages, adventures and missions ongoing after the initial six months. The role will remain pretty consistent for the remainder of the year with your focus being on guiding trips, outreach to your local community and outsiders to participate in Creatio trips, and maintaining your support raising goal. See more information From our fundraising guide. God has given us the great gift of calling us to serve Him in a very concrete way by physically going to the poorest of the poor. We have the great opportunity to look into the faces of the people we will serve. What a blessing! Many people do not have the opportunity to serve in such a concrete way; however, we have the opportunity to invite others to join us in this mission. God calls us all to be missionaries in different ways. “Some give by going, others go by giving.” We have the ability to help others answer their specific call from God. Asking others to join in this mission is opening up a door for them to serve the Lord. It is a gift to them! Stay tuned for more information as we continue to finalize this program. If you are interested in this position, please click the  APPLY  button below.  Thanks! 

Live the teachings of Jean Vanier and Henri Nouwen! Live-in and live-out opportunities available. Gap year students are welcome to apply. Both a resume and cover letter are required for consideration. The Intern/Assistant facilitates the topics of physical care, safety, personal growth/support, spirituality, and community lives of each Core Member are happening within the home. This person is to provide consistency and continuity in the lives of the Core Members. Visit our website to learn about us: www.larchewavecrest.org In the Abraham House, our Core Members need assistance in the morning hours, late afternoon, and evening. An Assistant helps Core Members (adults with developmental disabilities) with basic needs: hygiene, health, finances, recreation, personal and spiritual growth. Share household responsibilities including cooking, cleanliness and maintenance of house and yard, upkeep of community vehicles, transportation for Core Members, record keeping. Help plan celebrations, leisure activities, trips, prayer, community nights, retreats, one-on-one outings with Core Members, other assistants and House Leader. Welcome guests and visitors into the home. Be an ambassador for L’Arche Wavecrest through experiences with local community events, social media, religious affiliations, and volunteers. Become familiar with and live by the L’Arche Rules of Cooperation. Develop supportive relationships with families of Core Members, neighbors, and professional human service workers (case workers, health care providers, counselors). Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship

Experience Requirements :   8+ years’ experience in non-profit development; Experience in donor centric communication desired. Characteristics: Flexible, adaptable, results-oriented, highly organized, self-starter, creative, quick learner, positive attitude, proven team player and leader. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required/Preferred : A sound working knowledge of fundraising, operational and financial principles; Sensitive to Christian-based fundraising; Experience in marketing and strategic fundraising message development; The ability to comprehend and effectively communicate Cross Catholic Outreach’s mission to donors and team members; Proven experience in fundraising, strategic planning and execution of major and middle donor gifts campaigns; Proven ability to work independently and take initiative in effectively communicating Cross’ major and middle donor projects and goals; Proven ability to oversee budget development and systematic monthly/quarterly and annual reviews to ensure profitability; Proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and resolve problems quickly; Excellent oral and written communication skills, in English, as well as superior interpersonal, organizational and motivational skills; Familiarity with donor/customer database management and online fundraising tools is required. Strong technical skills and proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, is strongly desired; Ability to be an effective team member, motivator and team leader; Ability to travel domestically and internationally Ability to accompany donors and staff on international vision/mission trips to visit Cross projects in developing countries. Position Summary : Responsible for the identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of Cross Catholic Outreach’s leadership annual donors, i.e. donors giving between $1,000-$5,000 annually. The manager will lead a team responsible for raising funds for Cross Catholic Outreach’s signature fundraising campaigns, broadening the base of support, and strengthening the major donor pipeline. Key Responsibilities Under the direction of the Senior Director and in collaboration with other Manager(s), align donor desires and campaign offerings with key company goals; Serve as the Major Donor Department’s liaison for the program development and analysis for assigned annual fundraising campaigns for assigned donor groups; In collaboration with Cross’ marketing department, conduct routine testing of the effectiveness of campaign materials and messaging, survey donors’ responses to campaign solicitations, and test segmented mailings; Develop a donor uplift process to strengthen the major donor pipeline with a goal of moving up donors in giving and engagement in close collaboration with other Development Manager(s) and Senior Director; Develop and implement lapsed donor solicitation strategy for assigned donor groups; Enhance donor stewardship programs, specifically the new donor welcome process, for assigned donor groups; Increase the number of donors contributing monthly to Cross Catholic Outreach and collaborate with marketing to ensure these donors are cultivated and stewarded well and uplifted to major donors or planned giving; Lead, manage, support and evaluate International Development Associates, each managing portfolios of 1300+ donors. Utilize this team to welcome new donors, visit donors, thank donors, follow-up on campaign solicitations and other key initiatives related to the department’s goals; Spearhead weekly coaching to team members and monitoring of sales skills, calling goals and donor cultivation and stewardship responsibilities of team ; Pay key role in managing and forecasting the revenue budget for the assigned donor groups; Responsible to adhere to the annual benchmarks for assigned donor groups and team members; Provide reports to the Senior Director for submission to the Cross Catholic Board on a quarterly basis regarding department activities and financial accountability; Contribute to short and long-term organizational and fundraising planning and strategy as a member of the management team; Spearhead special projects as they are assigned; Represent the department in meetings where necessary. Other Responsibilities Uphold established department protocols; Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Full-time position available for fully licensed LMSW or Ph.D. psychologist providing individual, family/marital, substance abuse treatment, and group therapy.  Minimum two years post MSW professional experience in outpatient setting required, with proven ability to deliver effective short term, solution-focused treatment in an outpatient setting. Must be able to maintain minimum weekly required caseload. Total compensation includes competitive salary, exceptional benefit plan with generous employer contribution, 401k retirement option, plus paid time off with an additional 14 paid holidays per year. Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County is proud to celebrate 60 years of exceptional service within our community.  If you are a qualified professional interested in a rewarding career opportunity with an established organization, we encourage you to apply today.  Please submit resume and cover letter including salary requirements to jobs@csswashtenaw.org with the subject line HR-BHS-JFC .  No phone or email inquiries, please. EOE.