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
Warsaw Farm Facilities Administrator
Men's Center Shelter Case Manager
Church Relations Specialist
Non-Benefits Eligible/Part time positions
Family Center: Overnight Hotline/Security - On Call
Family Center: Evening Shelter Manager
Men's Center: Security - Evening
Family Center: New Life Center Building Manager - On-Call
Men's Center Shelter Manager - On Call
Family Center: Cook
Benefits Eligible/Full time positions
Warsaw Farm Facilities Administrator
Deadline to apply - September 10, 2010Assist the Director in the oversight of the Opportunity Farm and Camp CUMCITO facilities in Warsaw, MO. Also, act as an on-site liaison between rental camps and City Union Mission.
Must be able to plan, organize, and supervise work projects for the Christian Life Program men, such as construction, remodeling, etc. Must be able to teach Bible classes and provide Bible-centered counsel. Must be able to use a computer and Microsoft Word. Must be a licensed driver.
Men's Center Shelter Case Manager
Deadline to apply - September 10, 2010Perform all tasks related to Shelter Ministry, seeking to minister to the physical, spiritual, and emotional needs as it relates to case management.
Preferably a licensed minister, but will consider others. Must have experience in Biblical counseling, experience in drug and alcohol counseling, and experience in some form of management. Must have an Associates degree or one year full-time ministry experience. Must be able to follow procedures and guidelines. Must have a heart for people and a willingness to learn. Abilities with word processing and e-mail functions are necessary.
Church Relations Specialist
Deadline to apply - September 10, 2010Develop, implement, and manage efforts related to City Union Mission’s relationships with churches.
Needs to be results oriented and have the ability to handle multiple tasks and work with a team. Must be able to coordinate staff, volunteers, resources, etc. Needs to have good organizational, relational, and communication skills. Must have a heart for ministry. Must have the ability to work under pressure / deadlines. Writing and computer skills are preferred (knowledge of Word and Excel), as well as the aptitude to learn donor software and database management.
Non-Benefits Eligible/Part time positions
Family Center: Overnight Hotline/Security - On Call
Deadline to apply - September 10, 2010Answer calls (switchboard and Hotline for the Homeless) and monitor building activities from the security booth.
Qualifications: Requires excellent organization and communication skills, and the ability to record information accurately and neatly. Needs ability to work in fast-paced, emotionally demanding environment with a sensitivity and compassion for the poor and hurting in society. Must exhibit a background of dependability. This will be an overnight on-call position.
Family Center: Evening Shelter Manager
Deadline to apply - September 10, 2010Administer the services of City Union Mission to the women and families of the Family Shelter, seeing that day to day operations in the shelter are being carried out (linen distributed, new guests checked in, etc.). Supervise guests in the shelter and enforce policies, insuring that guests are cared for adequately, the property is safe and secure, and the policies and procedures of City Union Mission are consistently applied. Handle emergencies that arise. Provide spiritual leadership for clients and be an example of Christ.
Qualifications: Exhibit a level of spiritual maturity to model Christ before clients, with knowledge of the Bible and ability to witness to others. Exhibit leadership, good judgment, sensitivity, compassion, and good oral and written communication skills. Be able to give tough love where necessary. Must be able to handle stressful situations and de-escalate conflict where needed.
Hours: 24 hrs/wk, Evening hours, Fri. – Sun., possibly early am Sunday
Men's Center: Security - Evening
Deadline to apply - September 10, 2010Monitor those who enter the Men’s Center to make sure the building is secure. Make sure everyone who enters the Men’s Center is cleared through security. Take phone messages as needed. Answer client questions and direct them to the right staff person for help. Give referrals as needed. Seek to exemplify Jesus Christ daily and be prepared to share the gospel as opportunities arise.
Family Center: New Life Center Building Manager - On-Call
Deadline to apply - September 10, 2010Oversee participants of the New Life Program, assuring cooperation with program policy and procedures and proper treatment of the facility.
This position should promote Jesus Christ through behavior and seek opportunities to minister to the spiritual needs of guests.
Qualifications: Requires a heart for ministry, with strong people and communication skills. Must have spiritual maturity with a knowledge of the Bible to model Christ like behavior before guests. Need leadership skills, good judgment, and the ability to give tough love when necessary. Must be able to handle stressful situations and de-escalate conflict when needed. High school diploma or GED required.
Sat.: 9 am - 9 pm; Sun.: 1 pm - 9 pm
Men's Center Shelter Manager - On Call
Deadline to apply - September 10, 2010Monitor the facilities and the men, insuring that the property is safe and secure, insuring that the men are cared for adequately, and insuring that the policies and procedures of City Union Mission are consistently applied. Handle emergencies that arise. Provide spiritual leadership for clients and be an example of Christ.
Family Center: Cook
Deadline to apply - September 10, 2010Provide nutritious, attractive meals to shelter guests, staff, and volunteers, up to 165 people. Provide a friendly warm atmosphere for shelter guests, staff and volunteers. Maintain Health Department standards for cleanliness in kitchen and dining room.

