Work Therapy Coordinator (Men's Campus)

Phoenix Rescue Mission•Phoenix, AZ

1d•$21 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Phoenix Rescue Mission is a Christ-centered ministry serving men, women, and children experiencing hunger, homelessness, addiction, and other life-controlling issues. The Work Therapy Coordinator works on the men’s campus as a hands-on coach, helping clients apply what they are learning through daily work assignments. The coordinator leads and mentors clients while supporting their development of reliability, teamwork, workplace skills, and habits that support employment and independent living. The role also helps maintain a clean, safe, and well-functioning campus and involves active, on-your-feet work. Work therapy supports clients in turning recovery goals into daily habits, such as showing up on time, completing tasks, and taking pride in their work. The coordinator provides consistent encouragement and accountability, helps clients build confidence, and prepares them for life after the program. The role includes coordinating assignments and campus support, partnering with Facilities, handling supplies and transportation, documenting client progress, and building relationships with clients. The position also involves appropriate opportunities to share the Gospel and invite clients into a deeper relationship with Christ. This is a safety-sensitive position involving client care and transportation. Employees must comply with the Mission’s drug-free workplace policy and may not test positive for marijuana, even where its use is permitted under Arizona law. Employees are required to agree with and sign the Mission’s Statement of Faith and Lifestyle.

Requirements

Associate degree in workforce development, education, human services, business, facilities, or a related field; a combination of education and experience is considered.
At least two years of experience coordinating work assignments, teams, volunteers, or work-based activities.
Strong attention to detail and ability to inspect work, identify gaps, and see tasks through to completion.
Strong communication skills for coaching clients and working with colleagues.
Basic computer skills for documentation.
Comfort working with tools and chemicals and a strong safety mindset.
Valid driver’s license and ability to become and remain an approved driver of PRM vehicles.
Current Level 1 Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card with no restrictions, or eligibility to obtain and maintain one.
Ability to pass all background checks required for participation in SNAP CAN.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends based on program needs.
Personal relationship with Jesus Christ and willingness to sign the Mission’s Statement of Faith and Lifestyle.
Must comply with the Mission’s drug-free workplace policy and may not test positive for marijuana, including where marijuana use is permitted under Arizona law.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Experience coaching, training, supervising, or holding others accountable for their work.
Experience with individuals facing barriers to employment, or in residential recovery, social services, vocational programs, or another mission-driven setting.

Responsibilities

Train and mentor clients on work assignments, workplace expectations, safety practices, and proper use of tools and equipment.
Provide encouraging, constructive feedback and hold clients accountable with dignity and consistency.
Build and manage work therapy schedules that balance client development, campus needs, and available work sites.
Walk the campus regularly, inspect completed work, and coach clients when standards are not met.
Coordinate client support for Food Services, housekeeping, grounds, and other areas.
Identify maintenance and safety concerns and coordinate repairs with Facilities.
Model safe practices around tools and chemicals and ensure clients follow them.
Keep client hygiene supplies stocked and distribute them in a way that promotes dignity and responsibility.
Drive PRM vehicles to transport clients, supplies, and equipment as needed.
Accurately record client participation and progress.
Keep the Workforce Development Manager and residential and operational teams informed.
Build genuine relationships with clients and identify appropriate opportunities to share the Gospel and invite men deeper into relationship with Christ.