FIRST IMPRESSIONS + WELCOMING ASSISTANT
DEADLINE TO APPLY: MAY 1st
*please be advised, you must be between the age of 15-30 at the start of employment to qualify*
POSITION SUMMARY
The Assistant will provide support to First Impressions & Welcoming at Bethany, through managing the volunteer welcoming team, scheduling, planning, facilitating events, both live and pre-recorded services, as well as creative content.
QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrates a commitment to growing in Christ.
Agreement with the statements of faith, vision and values of Bethany Community Church.
A passion for people and helping them feel welcome and included.
An understanding and desire for hospitality.
A creative eye for creating warm and welcoming spaces.
An understanding of online systems and processes.
Experience in leading volunteers would be an asset.
A current vulnerable sector police background check.
Weekend availability.
ACCOUNTABILITY
The First Impressions & Welcoming Assistant will be directly accountable to the First Impressions & Welcoming Director.
MAIN DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Working in conjunction with and under the supervision of the First Impressions & Welcoming Director, this position is for 36 hours per week and will include:
Participation in the planning, implementation and evaluation of Bethany’s first impressions and welcoming department.
Creating and facilitating welcoming spaces and procedures for people to feel welcome and easily access appropriate programs for their needs.
Assisting with planning, organizing and training welcoming volunteers and any events or meetings.
Facilitating the inclusion of attenders, with a focus on support for those with disabilities and/or marginalized people.
Championing the values and goals of First Impressions & Welcoming.
Assisting with administrative tasks such as scheduling, event planning, set-up and tear-down (including tech), ordering/purchasing/stocking supplies, cleaning/organizing welcoming areas, and corresponding with volunteers and newcomers.
Assisting with reception and other front-desk administrative tasks, as needed.
Preparing progress reports.
Ensure all Public Health guidelines and best practices are adhered to.
TERMS
36 hours per week, duration of 16 weeks*. Paid hourly wage.
SALARY RANGE: $16.60-$19.10
DATE TO APPLY: May 1, 2026
START DATE: May 19, 2026
*this position is based off government funding, duration in weeks may vary
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your cover letter and resume to Kathleen Peirce, Executive Director of Operations (kathleen@bethanycc.ca). Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.
