We’re looking for someone passionate, compassionate, and called to serve to join our team as a Residential Coordinator. This isn’t just a job—it’s an opportunity to walk alongside women on their journey to healing, providing structure, encouragement, and unwavering support.

What You’ll Do:

• Support, encourage, and pray with the women and children in the program.
• Demonstrate values and the heart of Jesus in a Christ-centered community.
• Ensure the home is safe, structured, and aligned with program guidelines.
• Help women stay on track with their goals, leading with grace and accountability.
• Drive residents to appointments (company vehicle provided).
• Foster healthy connections while maintaining strong personal boundaries.
• Provide spiritual and Biblical guidance to the women, children, staff, and volunteers.

Job Requirements

• Experience with domestic violence, addiction recovery, or homelessness services.
• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a desire to live out your faith in your work.
• You’re empathetic, adaptable, and able to lead with both kindness and accountability.
• You’re teachable, flexible, and eager to grow in your calling.
• Valid driver’s license (3+ years) and a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and meet the physical demands of the role.

Why Shepherd’s Gate?

Make an Eternal Impact – Your work changes lives through faith, love, and restoration.
Professional Development – Expert instruction and mentorship from experienced staff as well as ongoing, comprehensive training.
Faith-Centered Culture – Work in a supportive Christian environment where your beliefs are valued.

Not only will you see lives transformed – your own life will be too.
“Working as a Residential Coordinator has been an indescribable blessing. Every day I’m inspired by the courage and resilience of our residents. It’s an honor to be a part of what God is doing here.”
– Current Residential Coordinator, Brentwood Campus

Competitive Benefits – Full-time employees receive:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Sick Leave
• Some Overtime and Occasional Bonuses
• Flexible Spending Account
• Legal Shield/ ID Theft
• RightNow Media @ Work Access
• Employee Discount at Shepherd’s Gate Thrift Store

Compensation: $20.00- $22.00 per hour

Disclaimer

As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, Shepherd’s Gate retains the right to change or assign other duties to the Residential Coordinator position.

Even if your qualifications don’t exactly match our criteria, we welcome you to apply if you are interested and believe you could succeed in this position. We have found that people with diverse backgrounds and varied experiences in our workforce create a more rewarding, dynamic, and effective work life.

Click the link to Apply: https://recruiting.myapps.paychex.com/appone/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=7097875

Childcare/After-School Coordinator

Brentwood, CA | Full – Time
Who We Are
At Shepherd’s Gate, we believe in restoring hope to women and children in crisis. For over 40 years, we’ve provided a Christ-centered, comprehensive, long-term refuge where women break free from addiction, domestic violence, and homelessness—and step into the life God intended for them. This isn’t just a job—it’s an opportunity to walk alongside women and children on their journey to healing, providing structure, encouragement, and unwavering support. Is God calling you to this amazing ministry?

“In a women’s program, childcare isn’t just supervision – it’s creating a safe space where children can feel secure, valued and free to just be kids again.” – Childcare and Afterschool Coordinator 

We’re now looking for another passionate team member to serve as Childcare / After-School Coordinator for our growing ministry on our Brentwood campus.

Job Description

As a Childcare / After – School Coordinator, you will support, encourage, and pray with the women and their children in the program. You will demonstrate values and the heart of Jesus in a Christ-centered community. You will ensure the childcare program is safe, structured, and aligned with program guidelines. You will foster healthy connections while maintaining strong personal and professional boundaries.

Essential Job Duties

The ideal candidate is capable, motivated, and willing to learn and grow as the position evolves. As a Childcare/After-School Coordinator – Brentwood you will:

• Provide spiritual and biblical guidance by encouraging, praying, and supporting the women, children, and staff.
• Manage daily operations, safety, policies, and procedures for the Childcare Program.
• Teach children age-appropriate Bible stories, educational curriculum and organize activities.
• Manage and participate in the Children’s Physical Fitness Program.
• Ensure the children have a safe, fun and Christ – centered environment.
• Provide care for children, such as good hygiene, feeding, changing diapers, and cleaning rooms and toys.
• Maintain a safe workplace by monitoring children for health, behavioral, and emotional issues. Use de-escalation techniques when needed.
• Assess and report the child’s progress, interests, and any problems that may occur to the Supervisor and Mother as needed.
• Assist with planning activities for children (i.e., field trips, during school breaks, holiday activities, celebration parties, etc.).
• Identify and report evidence of suspected abuse or neglect (Mandated Reporter training provided upon hire).
• Maintain contact with the children’s Mother and contact them in the case of an emergency.
• Meet with Mothers to provide support and accountability for accomplishing parenting goals.
• Perform administrative tasks- (log staff notes and other necessary paperwork).
• Occasionally drive women and children to appointments or other locations to accomplish program goals.
• Provide oversight for the volunteers in each program and ensure qualified and sufficient volunteer coverage.

Please note that this list is not comprehensive and does not cover all activities, duties, or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Requirements

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• Compassion and understanding toward children who have suffered trauma
• Patient, teachable, flexible, and eager to grow
• Able to work the following scheduled hours: Monday – Thursday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, hours subject to change based on resident needs
• Polite and professional behavior
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license (3+ years) and clean driving record
• Applicants for this position must be able to provide a negative drug test result.
• Applicants will be subject to a background check
• Education or experience in Childhood Development – preferred
• First Aid Training and CPR Certification (will be provided upon hire)
• Mandated Reporter Training (will be provided upon hire)

Physical and Working Conditions

• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job
• Occasionally working in high-stress situations
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs and must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position
• Occasionally working in emergency situations
• Occasionally working alone
• Able to ascend and descend stairs

Competitive Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Sick Leave
• Some overtime and occasional bonuses
• Flexible Spending Account
• Legal Shield/ ID Theft
• RightNow Media Work Access
• Employee Discount at Shepherd’s Gate Thrift Store

Compensation: This position pays $19.00 – $20.00

Disclaimer

As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, Shepherd’s Gate retains the right to change or assign other duties to the Residential Coordinator position.

Even if your qualifications don’t exactly match our criteria, we welcome you to apply if you are interested and believe you could succeed in this position. We have found that people with diverse backgrounds and varied experiences in our workforce create a more rewarding, dynamic, and effective work life.

Click to apply: https://recruiting.myapps.paychex.com/appone/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=7102271

About the position:

The Thrift Store Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the thrift store, including staff and volunteer supervision; customer care; financial oversight and cash-handling procedures; achieving sales goals and revenue targets; setting loss-prevention standards; team building; donation processing; and visual merchandising. Must be able to demonstrate Christian values and the heart of Jesus Christ in a Christian community environment.

Essential Job Duties: (not a complete job description list)

• Provide spiritual and Biblical guidance by encouraging, praying, and supporting the staff, customers, donors, and volunteers.
• Consistently communicates and works cohesively with staff, customers, donors, volunteers, and the public to foster a warm, courteous, and friendly professional atmosphere.
• Oversee and supervise all aspects of the thrift store and donation center.
• Monitor and supervise the quality of merchandise and store presentation.
• Increase the Shepherd’s Gate mission awareness in the store.
• Build collaborative relationships with local businesses and develop resources to receive used or discontinued items.
• Build and manage a solid social media presence.
• Perform financial duties (financial reports, cash handling procedures, etc.).
• Develop and maintain the budget in collaboration with the Director of Business and Finance.
• Perform various office and administrative tasks as needed.
• Oversee the training and duties of volunteers.
• Maintain thrift store policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Meet weekly with the supervisor for One-on-ones to discuss successes, challenges, and career goals.

Supervision of staff:

• Supervise the thrift store team. You may need to take calls to assist when needed.
• Manage staff schedules and leave requests to maintain full staff coverage.
• Cover shifts as needed.
• Hold monthly one-on-one meetings to mentor and evaluate team members’ success and challenges, inspire the team to achieve store productivity goals, etc.
• Conduct quarterly staff meetings to provide leadership, direction, and training through example and interpersonal skills.
• Participate in the hiring, training, performance reviews, corrective action, and termination processes as needed.

Requirements:

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• Have at least one year of retail and management experience.
• Teachable, flexible, and eager to grow
• Ability to work a varied schedule- Store hours M-F 8:30 am-6:30 pm & Sat 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.
• Polite and professional behavior
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license (3+ years) and clean driving record
• Applicants for this position must be able to provide a negative drug test result.
• Applicants will be subject to a background check

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job
• Occasionally working in high-stress situations
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs and must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position

Competitive Benefits:

• Salary $30.00 -$32.00
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Sick Leave
• Some overtime and occasional bonuses
• Mileage reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Legal Shield/ ID Theft
• RightNow Media Work Access
• Employee Discount at Shepherd’s Gate Thrift Store

Disclaimer:

• As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, Shepherd’s Gate retains the right to change or assign other duties to the Residential Coordinator Livermore position.
• Even if your qualifications don’t exactly match our criteria, we welcome you to apply if you are interested and believe you could succeed in this position. We have found that people with diverse backgrounds and varied experiences in our workforce create a more rewarding, dynamic, and effective work life.
• Visit our Website:
• Please visit our website to see all our current job opportunities. https://shepherdsgate.org/get-involved/#employment

To Apply (click the link):  https://recruiting.myapps.paychex.com/appone/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=7134278

We’re looking for someone passionate, compassionate, and called to serve to join our team as a Residential Coordinator. This isn’t just a job—it’s an opportunity to walk alongside women on their journey to healing, providing structure, encouragement, and unwavering support. You will be working with single women, participating in activities, and taking them to off-site meetings/bible studies.

What You’ll Do:

Be a source of hope—support, encourage, and pray with women and children in the program.

Ensure the home is safe, structured, and aligned with program guidelines.
Lead with grace and accountability, helping women stay on track with their goals.
Drive residents to offsite activities, appointments and essential locations (company vehicle provided).
Foster healthy connections while maintaining strong personal boundaries.
Demonstrate values and the heart of Jesus in a Christ-centered community.
Provide spiritual and Biblical guidance to the women, children, staff, and volunteers.

Is This You?

You have experience with domestic violence, addiction recovery,  or homelessness
You have a personal relationship with Jesus and want to live out your faith in your work.
You’re compassionate, adaptable, and able to lead with both kindness and accountability.
You have a valid driver’s license (3+ years) and a clean driving record.
You can lift up to 30 lbs. and meet the physical demands of the role.
You’re teachable, flexible, and eager to grow in your calling.

Why Work at Shepherd’s Gate?

Make an Eternal Impact – Your work changes lives through faith, love, and restoration.
Faith-Centered Culture – Supportive Christian environment where your beliefs are valued.
Competitive Benefits – Full-time employees receive:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Sick Leave
• Some Overtime and Occasional Bonuses
• Flexible Spending Account
• Legal Shield/ ID Theft
• RightNow Media @ Work Access
• Employee Discount at Shepherd’s Gate Thrift Store

Compensation: $20.00- $22.00 per hour

Disclaimer

As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, Shepherd’s Gate retains the right to change or assign other duties to the Residential Coordinator position.

Even if your qualifications don’t exactly match our criteria, we welcome you to apply if you are interested and believe you could succeed in this position. We have found that people with diverse backgrounds and varied experiences in our workforce create a more rewarding, dynamic, and effective work life.

To Apply: https://recruiting.myapps.paychex.com/appone/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=7064039