Job Description

Job Summary

Rest Stop Ministries is searching for a Residential Coach for our long-term residential program. Rest Stop Ministries is a Christian nonprofit (501c3) that exists to help restore adult female survivors of sex trafficking through an 18-24-month residential program. We are near the Nashville metropolitan area with a campus on 25 acres outside Lebanon, Tennessee.

The Residential Coach position is full-time (40+ hours per week) and provides direct coaching for the residents.  The position will report primarily to the Residential Manager, with the Director of Clinical Programs providing guidance when needed. The Residential Coach, along with the other residential staff, also serves as a voice for the residents in the weekly Tuesday morning staff meeting.

The ideal candidate will have previous verifiable residential experience with a teen or adult population. Two years of experience working in a relevant field preferred. Trauma Informed Care experience would be beneficial for the position. The selected individual must have the ability to live peacefully within the community and yet be able to uphold the values and standards of Rest Stop Ministries.

We are seeking the right candidate with a heart and passion for seeing the broken restored. We have a strong team of likeminded individuals all moving towards the common goal of restoration for those in our care. Although the position is full-time, the arrangement of the hours would allow the Residential Coach to hold other gainful employment, if it were desired.

Job Responsibilities

Through servant-leadership and role-model example:

• Desire to serve women in recovery from trafficking, trauma, substance abuse
• Set the tone for a loving, caring community of support and growth; be available and approachable to residents for support and assistance while in the home
• Utilize de-escalation, crisis intervention or conflict resolution skills as needed in crisis situations
• Uphold and direct applicable RSM policies & procedures and the RSM Residential Handbook
• Maintain a living environment of safety, cleanliness, and order with shared responsibilities in accordance with RSM policy
• Conduct daily chore checks
• Facilitate the medication process for residents according to the RSM Medication Management Policy & Procedure
• Provide resident transportation, using RSM vehicles, to local meetings and/or appointments
• Participate in training and continuing education opportunities to increase knowledge and skills

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Two years of experience working in a relevant field preferred
  • Experience working with sex trafficking survivors, victim services, domestic violence, addictions, substance abuse, and/or other persons in crisis or vulnerable populations
• Trauma-informed care experience would be beneficial
• Confident to handle role of authority within a loving community of support and mutual respect
• Ability to work alone, follow direction and uphold written and verbal instruction
• Ability to facilitate domestic tasks like meal preparation/cleanup, assist residents with personal needs, and generally be a supportive presence in a home environment
• Ability to emotionally regulate in crisis or intense emotional situations
• Ability to manage the balance of crisis work with self-care practices
• Ability to motivate others towards achieving goals
• Ability to work independently with strong sense of focus, task-oriented, nonjudgmental, open personal qualities, clear sense of boundaries
• Ability to work as a team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality as required by law, professional codes of ethics, and in the best interest of survivors
• Able to provide own transportation; and proof of liability insurance necessary to transport passengers in agency vehicle
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to establish rapport

Additional Requirements:

• Background check is required
• Minimum of 2 years sobriety required for individuals in recovery
• Initial and subsequent random drug screening is required
• Valid driver’s license, state-required driver’s insurance, and access to reliable personal transportation; ability to travel throughout Middle TN
• Must be willing to embrace and exemplify our core values and statement of faith

Additional Information

Benefits

• Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (QSEHRA) of $225 per month
• Generous PTO plan, starting at 15 days per year during 1st year
• Additional PTO for any holiday hours worked
• Cell phone reimbursement of $25 per month

How to Apply

To apply for the Residential Coach position with Rest Stop Ministries, please email/send a cover letter and resume to Randy Woicik, Director of Property and Program Operations, at randywoicik@reststopministries.org.

Details

• Date Posted: June 18, 2025
• Type: Full-Time
• Job Function: Programs and Service Delivery
• Service Area: Health (Physical, Mental)
• Start Date: 07/18/2025
• Salary Range: 15/hour
• Working Hours: Friday night 5:30pm through Saturday night 5pm; Sunday night 5:30pm through Monday morning at 9am; Tuesday morning 9:00am – 11:30am (to attend a mandatory staff meeting)

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