Leadership Board Member

LifeWise Academy•Wadsworth, OH

19h

About The Position

The leadership board assists with the completion of launch steps 8-10 and operation of the live program. This role involves providing input and direction to the program director, assisting with the 5 L's of operations (Leadership, Location, Logistics, Loot, and Language), and ensuring the program aligns with LifeWise Academy's mission and values. Board members are expected to have a mature Christian faith, actively participate in a local church, and commit to a minimum of one year of service. Responsibilities include recruiting staff and volunteers, securing facilities, coordinating logistics, spearheading fundraising, and managing finances and public communications. Members must exemplify commitment and competence, with a proven track record in these areas.

Requirements

Mature personal Christian faith in agreement with the "What We Believe" section of the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith
Actively participate in and commit to a local church whose doctrine aligns with the "What We Believe" section of the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith
Proven track record of exemplifying the two LifeWise Core Values: COMMITMENT and COMPETENCE
Provide the contact info of a local church leader in which he/she is an active participant
May not hold a paid position within the program while serving on the program's leadership board

Nice To Haves

Representation from at least three different churches
Representation of the entire Christian community: various ages, professions, genders, races, etc.
One member responsible for each of the 5 L's: Leadership, Location, Logistics, Loot and Language. Individual board members may be responsible for more than one L.

Responsibilities

Providing input and direction to the program director
Assisting with the 5 L's of operations: Leadership, Location, Logistics, Loot, Language
Recruit and onboard program staff and volunteers
Research, secure and prepare facility and transportation
Coordinate details and maintain positive communications with the school
Spearhead the fundraising effort, budget and manage finances
Ensure all public communications are excellent and contain proper messaging
Complete board member role-specific training
Complete a background check & Child Abuse Awareness and Mandated Reporting training once every 3 years
Be diligent in executing the T-Minus Plan prior to launch
Actively participate in the fundraising process
Be faithful in attending scheduled meetings
Commit to a minimum of one year of service
Be consistent in prayer for the local program