Employment

You’ll develop productive relationships with donors and potential donors at the $1,000+ giving level with a focus on gifts of $10,000 - $1M+.  This position has contact with the CEO, directors and department managers, trustees, donors, potential donors, and advisors.

DETAILS OF DUTIES:

The Major Gift Officer will generally spend their time as follows:  25% on donor visits (in-person and by Zoom), 50% on donor contacts (phone, handwritten notes, thank you calls), 15% on strategic planning, research and reporting (analysis, strategic planning, donor/prospect research, meetings), and 10% on writing (providing input on appeals, thank you letters, other letters, text for marketing and newsletters).

The Major Gift Officer:

1. Ensures success through consistent, strategic identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major gift donors and prospects.

2. Achieves fundraising goals through personal solicitations of assigned accounts and new accounts.  Maintains a portfolio of current and prospective major donors with a focus on gifts of $10,000 - $1M+.   

3. Maintains an active schedule of donor engagement (including in-person and Zoom visits) with the goal of maximizing donor relationships and giving.

4. Supports the initiatives of the Development Department.

5. Collaborates with the Director of Development and Development Officer with suggested edits on appeal  letters, donor thank you letters, Development pages for the BA’s website, newsletters, marketing collateral for Development.

6. Manages record keeping and reporting ensuring that the flow of information is handled efficiently and accurately.  Records activity in fundraising software for assigned accounts.

7.  Maintains strict confidentiality of all Development information including donor identities and giving – both inside the BA and its departments as well outside the BA.

8. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Must be a member of The Mother Church (The First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston, MA), and class taught by an authorized teacher of Christian Science.  A Bachelor’s degree, and two - three years of development experience with demonstrated success in annual and planned giving, is preferred. The successful candidate will possess outstanding listening and communication skills (verbal and written), understand the ethics of dealing with information of a highly confidential nature and exhibit the utmost discretion when doing so, have a high level of independence and accountability, be personally committed to the BA and the achievement of its goals and financial objectives, and be willing to travel for donor visits.  Being organized and detail-oriented are critical success factors.  Ability to use computer applications to produce correspondence, reports, and tools for analysis and review is required. Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel is essential.

Enjoy employment on our beautiful campus just 4 miles from The Mother Church!

A full-time position with excellent benefits and relocation package.

Contact: Gloria Richmond, HR Manager
Phone: 617-975-2523
jobs@chbenevolent.org

Job Overview and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Residential and Guest Services Manager (R&GS), the Activities Coordinator & Van Driver develops, organizes, and implements group programs and activities for the residents that are balanced and appropriate. The post supports individual residents’ independence by providing one-on-one assistance such as (but not limited to) check-ins, activity sign up, help with mail, basic technology support, driving residents on trips to church, residential activities, shopping trips, appointments and other errands for the BA as needed. Spiritual alertness and metaphysical preparation essential.

Details of Duties:

1. Assists R&GS Manager in planning and organizing outside and in-house activities for R910 residents (i.e. local trips to museums, sight-seeing, videos, Christian Science lectures, etc). Responsible for communication and follow-through regarding these activities and makes necessary arrangements, including (but not limited to) reservations, transportation, tour guides, and payments as required. Works/coordinates with Christian Science Nursing Activities Coordinator as needed.

2. Creates daily and weekly activities announcements and posts in current locations chosen to convey this information. Places announcements in the current locations chosen to convey this information. Keeps electronic records for future reference.

3. Responsible for ensuring BA vehicles are always representative of the BA’s high standard of care and cleanliness, ensuring they’re appropriately cleaned, fueled, and driven.

4. Drives residents and associates to church, church related events, and other scheduled activities.

5. Driving responsibilities may also include special events and activities that extend to other BA programs and services beyond residents and associates.

6. Responds to resident requests and arranges individual outside appointments and transportation.

7. Runs errands for BA, as needed, to local shops.

8. In conjunction with the R&GS Manager, checks in with individual residents regularly to determine any needed support, providing this where appropriate and seeking additional support and guidance where needed. This may include but is not limited to providing simple tech support for residents (TV, computer, printer, smart phone, etc).

9. Assists in setting up R910 meetings and additional activities for residents where needed.

10. Resupplies snack supplies at Reception as needed, and especially before the weekends.

11. Works as part of the Resident and Guest Services team and looks for ways to support team members. Works flexible hours to help meet the 7-day-a-week needs of the Residents.

Minimum Qualifications:

Has a sense of service in one’s heart and a demonstrable knowledge of Christian Science practice.  Easily expresses qualities such as being imaginative, resourceful, patient, caring, flexible, wise, a willingness to listen, genuine interest in learning about another’s interests, and has good communication skills.  Experience with planning and operating activities programs in an organization desirable. 

Ability to be adaptable throughout the workday and pivot to address any time sensitive needs.  Is capable and willing to maintain the strict confidentiality of guests, patients, residents, and associates, both on and off duty.  Can deal with emergencies calmly, logically and effectively.  Punctuality and patience required and an ability to work with a diverse group of people in a pleasant manner. Must have Massachusetts driver’s license and be willing to drive a large vehicle safely (training can be arranged if needed) and ability to lift and move 35 pound steps. Partial weekend work will be required.

Membership in The First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston, MA required, and Christian Science class instruction by an authorized teacher of Christian Science is preferred. 

Full-time or Part-time

Let us know how your talents and experience could enhance this joyful work!

Contact: Gloria Richmond, HR Manager
Phone: 617-975-2523
jobs@chbenevolent.org

If you are comfortable responding to many requests in an often busy environment, you may enjoy supporting this healing refuge by serving at our Reception Desk. 

Bring your inspiration, alertness, computer skills, and careful attention-to-detail as you assist callers as well as our residents and staff. You’ll handle a variety of reception and cashier duties and prepare reservations and bills for Rest & Study guests using computer software. 

Schedules include some weekends, evenings, and a few holidays.

Requirements:

• Membership in The Mother Church

• Class instruction by an authorized teacher of Christian Science and active Christian Science branch church membership preferred

Part-time hours available

Contact: Gloria Richmond, HR Manager
Phone: 617-975-2523
jobs@chbenevolent.org

In this role you will report to the Controller and work closely with the Finance Director,  Business Office Team and, at times, the Executive Assistants for the CEO and Christian Science Nursing Department.  As an integral member of the Business Office team, you’ll have the opportunity to mentor team members and lead projects. 

DETAILS OF DUTIES: 

• Prepare and enter monthly journal entries, prepare supporting schedules, account reconciliations and assist with annual audit

• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations

• Preparation of schedules for the Medicare cost report

• Prepare State and Town compliance reporting for charitable gift annuities (CGAs) and charitable registrations and renewals. Assist with Affinity and Business Office filings

• Prepare multi-state compliance filings for Local, State and Federal including Affinity and Business Office filings

• Assist with annual insurance applications

• Operational Accounting Support – serve as the backup for the payroll and payables process

• Assist with recording of cash receipts

• Assist with grant reporting and stewardship

• Assist with quarterly cash flow projections

• Assist with Budget preparation, compilation, and reporting

• Assist with Finance Committee and Investment Committee documentation and meetings, including notes

• Prepare financial schedules and analysis to support preparation of monthly Department and Management financial statements 

• Assist with legacies – filing beneficiary documents for legacies, as requested

• Ad Hoc reporting projects and filings

• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or business or equivalent/related work experience preferred. Non-profit experience preferred. Skills and experience using Microsoft Office Suite with strong experience in Excel.  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.  Gracious and effective communication and interpersonal skills.  Fast learner; team player; detail-oriented self-starter willing to follow established procedures while identifying and helping to implement ways to improve the process or navigate uncharted waters.  

Membership in The First Church of Christ, Scientist, Boston, MA and Primary Class instruction by an authorized teacher of Christian Science preferred.  Understands and is supportive of the mission of the Benevolent Association and the Business Office activities. 

A Full-Time on-site position

Contact: Gloria Richmond, HR Manager
Phone: 617-975-2523
jobs@chbenevolent.org

We are looking for a Christian Science nurse who is:

• Devoted to the Cause of Christian Science and Christian Science healing

• Meets the requirements of the Church Manual By-law “Christian Science Nurse,” and is listed in The Christian Science Journal

• Has a sound and experienced practice in the field of Christian Science nursing and exemplifies the qualities of a Christian Science nurse

• Has had substantial Christian Science nurses training

• Is interested in working with a dedicated team of Christian Scientists within the BA’s structured training program to support members of The Mother Church as they meet the requirements of the Church Manual By-law “Christian Science Nurse”

• Able to work well with others and has good communication skills in order to provide individualized side-by-side mentoring in the holy work of Christian Science nursing

• Able to work a flexible schedule

Requirements

• Membership in The Mother Church

• Class Instruction required

A full-time position

Contact: Gloria Richmond, HR Manager
Phone: 617-975-2523
jobs@chbenevolent.org

We’re expanding our staff and welcome inquiries from Journal-listed Christian Science nurses and visiting Christian Science nurses with sound and substantial practices.

We have an open position and invite applications from those who:

•  Meet the requirements of the Church Manual By-law “Christian Science Nurse” and are listed in The Christian Science Journal

• Have an experienced practice in the field of Christian Science nursing and exemplify the qualities of a Christian Science nurse

• Are flexible and willing to be available to work various shifts

Great atmosphere and benefits, plus on-site housing available.

Full-time or Part-time

Contact: Gloria Richmond, HR Manager
Phone: 617-975-2523
jobs@chbenevolent.org

Part-time for occasional needs.

Hours are 10 p.m. to 8 a.m.  Fill-in for staff vacations and time away.

We also offer a commute and stay on-site option!

We’d like to add one or two individuals who are members of The Mother Church to our on-call Reception/Security staff:

• Expresses qualities that represent and support Christian Science nursing and healing in all contacts with individuals seeking BA services and with Rest & Study guests and Residents

• Answers phone console transferring calls, paging staff as needed, etc.

• May handle some modest cash transactions

• Utilizes computer for security report

• Patrols buildings and grounds to maintain safety/security of facility

• Maintains alertness to detect items needing attention/response

• Able to be calm in emergency situations

Requirements

• Member of The Mother Church (The First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston, MA)

• Active branch church membership and class instruction preferred

Part-time for occasional needs

Contact: Gloria Richmond, HR Manager
Phone: 617-975-2523
jobs@chbenevolent.org