Women's Program Coordinator
Along Side Ministries, Inc | Phoenix, AZ | Full-Time
About Us
Along Side Ministries (ASM) mobilizes the Body of Christ to disciple and equip incarcerated men and women for victorious Christian living. Our vision is to see lives transformed into Christian leaders in their homes, churches, and communities.
What We Do
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Christ-Centered Prison Ministry: Partnering with volunteers and local churches to engage with those impacted by incarceration
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Re-Entry Support: Providing spiritual and practical support for returning citizens
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Mentorship & Training: Equipping volunteers to walk alongside individuals during re-entry
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Practical Resources: Connecting individuals to housing, employment, and stability
Position Summary
The Women's Program Coordinator leads the day-to-day life of ASM's women's residential discipleship program (Discipleship Program Phase 2), walking alongside women transitioning out of incarceration as they grow personally, spiritually, and practically. Working with the Program Director, staff, volunteers, and mentors, the Coordinator ensures the program is delivered with excellence and stays true to ASM's Mission, Vision, and Values.
Responsibilities
Program & Community Life
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Coordinate ministry services at the Women's DTC — case management, church attendance, Bible studies, life-skill classes, Celebrate Recovery, retreats, and recreational events.
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Foster a safe, healthy, Christ-centered residential community and uphold program and residential guidelines.
Resident Care & Accountability
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Interview and admit applicants; maintain records; monitor attendance, progress, drug testing, rent, vehicle use, and employment.
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Celebrate success, administer correction when needed, and advocate for residents.
Volunteers & Mentors
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Help recruit, train, schedule, and oversee volunteers; coordinate mentor/mentee relationships and resolve issues.
Partners & Community
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Maintain strong working relationships with ADCRR and legal supervision; build connections with churches, businesses, and individuals; represent ASM at community events.
Ministry & Administration
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Lead or participate in devotions, prayer, and trainings; assist leadership with administrative projects and other duties as requested.
Qualifications
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2+ years of experience in grant writing, nonprofit development, or a related field
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Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
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Strong writing and research skills; grant writing experience preferred
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High interest in or existing skills in marketing (social media, email marketing, direct mail); a strong desire to grow into this area long-term is a significant plus
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Strong relationship-building and communication skills
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Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines, especially grant deadlines
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Experience with CRM systems and email marketing tools a plus
Faith & Mission Fit
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At least one year overseeing a residential discipleship program for formerly incarcerated individuals; experience with women in reentry strongly preferred.
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Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
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Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills; able to lead others and work independently or on a team.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn ministry software.
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Valid Arizona driver's license and ASM-approved driver status; flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends.
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Able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Compensation & Benefits
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$40,000 – $50,000 annually, DOE
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Accrual-Based Paid Time Off (PTO), 10 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday
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$3,000 annual stipend in lieu of health coverage
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Up to 3% Employer-matching retirement plan (Simple IRA) after 90-day probationary period
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Monthly cell phone allowance
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Why Join Along Side Ministries?
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Directly contribute to life transformation through the Gospel
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Help mobilize churches to engage in prison ministry
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Play a key role in growing a mission-driven organization
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Work closely with leadership in a collaborative environment
