Employment Opportunities At City Union Mission
Are you looking for ministry opportunities? Has God given you a heart for the poor and needy? Several opportunities listed below give direct client contact.
All Benefits Eligible Positions include health care benefits, life insurance, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave and more.
If you are interested in any of the positions listed, download an application form, complete the form using Microsoft Word, and then email this file to HumanResources@cumission.org. Or you can print out this document, manually complete it and:
- Fax it to (816) 471-3811 or:
- Mail it to:
City Union Mission
1100 E. 11th St.
Kansas City, MO 64106
Attention: Human Resources or: - Deliver it in person (or complete one on site) at the above location, which is open Monday through Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Benefits Eligible/Full time positions
Men's Ministries-Cook
Development-Corporate Relations/Procurement Specialist
Operations- Thrift Store Manager
Non-Benefits Eligible/Part time positions
Men's Ministries - Evening Security
Men's Ministries On Call Shelter Manager
Hotline Operator - on call
Farm- Christian Life Program Resident Manager
Family- Ministries- Recovery Counselor
Administration- On Call Secretary/Receptionist
Men's Ministries- Christian Life Program Resident Manager
Men's Ministries- Nurse
Family Ministries-Youth Program Coordinator
Family Ministries- Hotline/Security Booth
Family Ministries-Office Assistant
Benefits Eligible/Full time positions
Men's Ministries-Cook
Deadline to apply - July 11, 2008An adequate amount of food must be prepared according
to the number of people in the shelter up to 250. Provide a friendly,
warm atmosphere for shelter guests, staff and volunteers.To maintain
Health Department standards for cleanliness in kitchen and dining room.
Cooking experience - preferably quantity cooking; must be able to work
well with people, clients, staff & volunteers; must have a heart for
the ministry; must be willing & able to supervise CLP participants
while at the same time training them for future employment. Must be
able to lift up to 40 lbs.
Development-Corporate Relations/Procurement Specialist
Deadline to apply - July 11, 2008To seek donations or discounts to supply needs for all departments that
work within the procurement system. To locate best values of services
and product. To establish relationships between area businesses and
City Union Mission in order to acquire financial and material support,
services or gift in kind. Must enjoy talking to people and have good
communication skills, good time management skills; must have a clear
understanding of the needs of each department in the mission; good
computer skills.
Operations- Thrift Store Manager
Deadline to apply - July 11, 2008To reflect the love of Christ while providing low-income individuals
with quality clothing and necessary items for free or minimal cost and
raising money through store sales and revenues for the benefit of the
mission. Attention to detail. Some computer skills. Have knowledge of
current collectable & vintage items. Some experience setting displays
helpful. Average physical strength.
Non-Benefits Eligible/Part time positions
Men's Ministries - Evening Security
Deadline to apply - July 11, 2008Monitor those who enter the Men's Center to make sure the building is secure. Must have a demonstrable background of spiritual maturity, sensitivity and compassion for the poor and hurting of our society. Superb organization and communication skills are required. Needs to have good judgment, sensitivity, and a background of neatness, accuracy and dependability. Must be able to deal tactfully with the public. Applicant must be able to work in a fast paced, emotionally demanding environment. Must be familiar with office equipment and operations and computer literate.
Men's Ministries On Call Shelter Manager
Deadline to apply - July 25, 2008Insure orderly procedure in all areas of the shelter ministry
(Dayroom, chapel/dining room, dorm areas, and outside of the building).
To insure orderliness among the men on the Christian Life Program
and their activities.Preferably a minister, but will consider others,
ability to follow procedures and guidelines, must have a heart for
the homeless, experience in some form of supervision, some experience
in drug and alcohol counseling, experience in biblical counseling.
Basic computer skills needed.
Hotline Operator - on call
Deadline to apply - July 11, 2008Answer switchboard calls for all activities at the Family Center, maintain Hotline For The Homeless calls and update shelter availability. Must have a compassionate heart for the poor and hurting of our society. Exhibits good judgment, sensitivity, and a demonstrable background of neatness, accuracy and dependability. Must be able to deal tactfully with the public. Training in telephone etiquette and proper receptionist decorum required. Must be familiar with office equipment and operations and computer literate. Able to work in a fast paced, emotionally demanding environment.
Farm- Christian Life Program Resident Manager
Deadline to apply - July 11, 2008To assist the Christian Life Program Staff in maintaining order and encouraging men on the CLP
Provide staff coverage after normal office hours. Perform client room searches bi-monthly.
Help maintain order by reminding clients of program rules and requirements, reporting violations to the Administrator in a timely fashion. Prepare vacant rooms for client occupancy. Provide input for staff meetings and client evaluations, as assist in client conflict resolution as necessary. As part of the ministry team, may be called upon for other tasks as needed.
Family- Ministries- Recovery Counselor
Deadline to apply - July 11, 2008Addiction counseling is provided for clients in the Family Shelter
within the ministry of Counseling and Education. This ministry is
a part of Family Services and provides counseling to men, women and
children in the New Life Program, the Family shelter and the
community. A born again, mature Christian who is able to lead others
into spiritual maturity, one who models Christ-like behavior and has
a good knowledge of the Scripture.Degree in social work, education
or pastoral counseling, prefer an individual who is licensed in
addiction counseling.
Administration- On Call Secretary/Receptionist
Deadline to apply - July 25, 2008To act as "first impression" to guests and donors, facilitate ease
for public communication with City Union Mission staff and program.
The hours would be from 8-4, Monday through Friday. Qualifications:
Must have superb communication and organization skills. Must be
familiar with office equipment and operations. Computer literate.
Flexible personality in order to work in an often changing environment.
Exhibit good judgment, sensitivity, a demonstrable background of
neatness, accuracy and dependability. Must be able to deal tactfully
with the public. Detail oriented. Must understand all departments
throughout the Mission and how each works within the organization.
Men's Ministries- Christian Life Program Resident Manager
Deadline to apply - July 11, 2008To assist the Christian Life Program Staff in maintaining order and
encouraging men on the CLP. Must be a decisive person, dependable,
one who exhibits good judgement. Must be a person who works well with
people, concerned about their needs and exhibits ability to motivate,
able to provide tough love where appropriate. Minimum bachelors
degree in Bible/theology/ministry or in social work or human services.
Case management experience preferred.
Men's Ministries- Nurse
Deadline to apply - July 11, 2008To provide medical services for all clients of the City Union Mission
that will provide comfort, promote healing and increase their knowledge
of methods to prevent illness. Appropriate nursing degree. Minimum of
2 years of experience in nursing. Clinical experience helpful. Current
certifications and continuing education. Computer literate.
Family Ministries-Youth Program Coordinator
Deadline to apply - July 11, 2008The provide spiritual leadership to High School students in the areas
of college and trade school preparation, job skills enhancement and
social and spiritual growth. A born again Christian who models
Christ-like behavior and is able to lead others into spiritual
maturity. High school graduate, college desired, with special training
in youth/children related activities, of Bible, storytelling, arts and
crafts, soul winning, recreational/athletic and child discipline.
Have a valid CDL drivers license with a clear driving record.
Family Ministries- Hotline/Security Booth
Deadline to apply - July 11, 2008Answer calls (switchboard and Hotline for the Homeless) and monitor
building activities from the security booth.Excellent organization and
communication skills. Ability to record information accurately and
neatly. Ability to work in fast paced, emotionally demanding
environment. Sensitivity and compassion for poor and hurting in
society. Must exhibit background of dependability.
Family Ministries-Office Assistant
Deadline to apply - July 11, 2008Assist with the responsibilities of the YAA-C, taking on routine
office tasks and seasonally flexing special projects. Friendly
demeanor and a willingness to flex with the season to primarily
interact with clients, donors, volunteers, and employees or primarily
process paperwork. Good judgment, sensitivity, compassion, oral and
written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and organizational
skills, able to deal tactfully with the public and be familiar with
office equipment and operations. Confident initiator: ability to
see projects through to completion, a self-starter, able to manage
time and activities Computer Skills: word processing necessary,
General MS Office Suite exposure/experience and database development
(including MS Access) experience preferred.
