At The Net we don’t just care for clients, we walk in restorative relationships. Beyond providing support, our job is to ascribe value and worth to every person we serve in order to see them walk in freedom and joy.
I. POSITION
Role: Fellowship
Hours: 22- 26 Hours
Location: Fort Worth, TX (in person position)
Availability required: Mondays 10:00-11:30 am & 5:30-7:30 pm, some Wednesdays 5:00-7:30 pm, & all monthly social events (unless approved prior)
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Description
The Net Fellowship is a leadership development program where Fellows are immersed in nonprofit anti-trafficking initiatives. Fellows will get hands-on experience in direct client services, play an active role in outreach and aftercare programming, learn nonprofit management, and grow spiritually. Fellows will develop proficiency in trauma-informed care and become equipped with experience to launch into a career in nonprofit or social work, all while being mentored by nonprofit professionals in a positive team building environment. Fellows will leave with issue fluency in anti-trafficking, poverty alleviation, and a biblical view of justice.
MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Support direct client services under the leadership of the The Net’s Clinical Director
Attend/Coordinate bi- weekly outreach to survivors of sexual exploitation in the Tarrant County Jail
Lead outreach volunteers in best practices including trauma informed care, spiritual formation, and pairing advocates with participants
Attend/Coordinate bi-weekly support group for survivors of sexual exploitation
Create a safe & hospitable environment for clients
Facilitate client intake process and attendance
Coordinate curriculum and other group materials
Coordinate classes and case management for survivors
Prepare materials for classes and case management meetings
Responsible for maintaining supplies and creating a hospitable environment for clients
Assist with database management for client service records
Participate in Enrichment classes with the opportunity to co-teach/lead classes when appropriate
Coordinate with the Staff Advocate to assist with planning The Net’s monthly Social Events
Assist with nonprofit administration
Support the executive team and development team by assisting with special projects
Assist with development efforts such as donor thank you notes and other fundraising mailers
Help manage donor database
Gather and record photo content and stories from client services
Leadership Development
Complete weekly devotionals and the Gospel Centered Life study for personal spiritual growth
Complete the When Helping Hurts curriculum to learn best poverty alleviation practices
Complete weekly anti-trafficking homework to create general issue fluency
Additional experiences offered:
Tarrant County’s Prostitution Probation Court proceedings
Case Management Staffing Meetings
Gain insight on all staff & program specific meetings
Human Trafficking Task Force Meetings
RISE Graduation Ceremony
Recreational events with survivors
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree required
Prior experience with vulnerable populations strongly preferred
General knowledge of domestic sex trafficking strongly preferred
CRitical Qualities
Adhere to The Net’s Mission & Core Values
Mature Christian faith
Professional
Humble and resilient
Pursues excellence
Culturally aware and appreciative of differences
Strong work ethic
Innovative problem solver
Ability to build trust and strong partnerships with others
Courageous in pursuing opportunities and challenges
Tenacious in achieving goals
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to have a flexible schedule; often working nights and weekends
Ability to work in fast-paced, intense, high-pressure environment
Excellent attention to detail to properly accomplish tasks without direct supervision
Demonstrated ability to communicate (emails, texts, phone calls) clearly, timely and consistently with many different partners
Ability to work independently and to be a self-starter
Unrelenting commitment to self-care and personal respite
Strong desire to learn new skills
Demonstrated competence in cultural humility
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, valid car insurance, willing to utilize personal vehicle (mileage reimbursement for job-related duties)
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office, Google Documents, etc.
COMPENSATION
Fellows receive a monthly stipend to help cover living expenses during the program.
Continue to next steps below!
NEXT STEPS
Please review the job description to ensure you qualify for the role, and if not, please explain further in your cover letter
Please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information* for references (2 professional references, 1 spiritual reference) to abby@thenetfw.com and cc info@thenetfw.com. Subject line must include: “Fellowship”
Please also take the Culture Index test and email us when you have completed it
Fill out this application.
*Should include name, relationship, length of relationship, and contact information. Please do not include letters of recommendation at this time.