Ap plications open until September 30, 2026 Position Summary Happy Friends Respite is seeking a compassionate, organized part-time director to lead the program and its fundraising efforts. The director will recruit, train, and support volunteers; build relationships with donors and community partners; and raise funds to sustain our respite care ministry. Experience with dementia care and a solid understanding of the disease and its challenges is necessary. Our Mission As a faith-based ministry with Jesus at the center of all we do, we provide affordable respite care that keeps families together longer. Through meaningful relationships with participants and caregivers - and the support of dedicated volunteers, local professionals, and community generosity - we offer joy, hope, dignity, friendship, and purpose to persons with dementia and their caregivers. Responsibilities

• Volunteer Management Recruit volunteers and promote the program through churches, community organizations, social media, events, and personal outreach.

Interview, screen, orient, train, schedule, and support volunteers. Develop and maintain a network of stakeholders and community partners. Assign volunteers based on agency needs, skills, and availability. Maintain accurate volunteer records, schedules, policies, and evaluations.

• Fundraising Develop and carry out an ongoing fundraising plan to maintain the program's financial viability.

Cultivate relationships with individual donors, churches, businesses, foundations, medical professionals, and community partners. Plan fundraising campaigns, special events, sponsorships, and donor communications. Identify grant opportunities and assist with applications, monitoring, and reporting. Track fundraising results and report progress to the church's financial leadership and the Happy Friends Advisory Team.

• Leadership Represent the ministry professionally at community meetings, churches, and public events. Promote a positive, respectful culture that reflects the program's Christian mission and caring values. Protect confidential information and follow all church policies and applicable requirements. Qualifications
• Experience in nonprofit leadership, volunteer coordination, or fundraising is preferred.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to motivate, guide, and appreciate volunteers from diverse backgrounds.
• Comfortable representing and supporting the program's Christian mission and values.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet fundraising goals.
• Experience with donor communications and fundraising events is a plus.
• Basic computer and social media skills, including accurate record-keeping.
• Trustworthy, dependable, and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Understanding of dementia and related challenges.
• Dependable transportation and a valid driver's license, if travel is required. Reports To

Administrative and Financial Matters:

First United Methodist Church Senior Pastor and the church's Staff Parish Relations Committee

Program Operations:

Happy Friends Program Advisory Team Schedule

• Part-time, approximately 10 hours per week.
• Typical hours are 9:00 a.

m. - 2:30 p.m. on Tuesdays to oversee the program, with flexibility for program planning and fundraising work. Some evenings or weekends may be needed for meetings, outreach, and fundraising events. Compensation $20 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. To Apply Please submit a resume, brief statement of interest, availability, and references to happyfriendsrespite@gmail.com. We welcome qualified applicants who will strengthen our volunteer community, grow financial support, and faithfully advance the program's mission.

Pay:

$20.00 per hour Expected hours: 10.0 per week

Work Location:

In person