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Mar 18, 2020
Caribbean Mountain Academy Therapist Featured
The Caribbean Mountain Academy staff work with troubled teens at Crosswinds’ therapeutic Christian boarding school in the Dominican Republic. Through counseling and 24/7 personalized care, they work every day to change the lives of hurting teens. All counselors, teachers, and other key positions are licensed professionals. The physical and emotional safety of teens in their care the staff’s number-one priority. https://caribbeanmountainacademy.com The Residential Therapist is responsible to provide assessments, treatment planning, individual, group, family, and parent counseling for assigned clients. The Residential Therapist is also responsible for taking part in staff meetings and Therapeutic Team meetings to aid in the overall treatment of the clients.    Responsibilities Provide structured, goal-oriented, time-limited therapy with individuals and their families who request service. Engage and assist the family's participation in the treatment planning process. Facilitate competent counseling services from a faith-based perspective. Visit with clients and their families via phone, Skype, and in person as scheduled with them. Provide emergency and crisis consultation on a 24-hour basis. Completion of clear, accurate documentation of 1) all contacts with clients, 2) monthly reports, 3) treatment plans, and 4) court reports (as needed). Complete all clinical and agency paperwork in a timely and accurate manner. Demonstrate respect, religious and cultural sensitivity to all clients and to all referral sources. Maintain strict confidentiality at all times to protect clients' privacy. Comply with required in-service / continuing education hours as outlined in policy manual. Attain/maintain CPR and First Aid Certification. Engage in weekly staffing and address risk management areas to ensure safety. Ensure that services are provided Effectively, Efficiently, and with Evidence for each case.   Examples of Tasks Assist and teach through role modeling and hands-on education, guidance, parenting education, and effective non-physical discipline/redirection of youth. Provide therapy with emphasis on needed areas. Examples include, but are not limited to: stress management, communication skills, conflict resolution, goal setting, behavior modification, marital enrichment, family organization and structure, self-esteem, etc. Demonstrate respect for sociocultural values, personal goals, lifestyle choices, and complex family interactions and deliver services in a culturally competent fashion. Provide transportation for client for services, as needed.   Qualifications Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or marriage and family therapy. Be a licensed clinician or be pursuing a professional license (LMHC, LMFT, LCSW). Belief in the family preservation philosophy. Understanding of integrating the Christian faith in counseling of clients. Knowledge of family of origin / inter-generational issues. Knowledge of child and adult development and child abuse and neglect. Knowledge of community resources.
Crosswinds Jarabacoa, Dominican Republic Full time
Feb 12, 2020
Caribbean Mountain Academy House Staff Featured
CARIBBEAN MOUNTAIN ACADEMY IS A THERAPEUTIC BOARDING SCHOOL FOR TROUBLED TEENS Located in the tropical mountains of the Dominican Republic in a town called Jarabacoa, Caribbean Mountain  Academy  is a Christian therapeutic  boarding school  and residential treatment center for at-risk teens. The  school  offers year-round enrollment to English speaking teenagers in crisis (Age 13 – 17). Responsibilities Work as a team with Crosswinds staff to ensure Crosswinds is able to follow the continuum of care for each resident. Serve as a mentor to each youth. Receive in-service orientation and training in child care methods. Maintain order, intervene in crisis situations, and administer proper and fair and constructive discipline consistent with Crosswind's policies. Maintain an understanding of each resident’s treatment plan. Be aware of and carry out Crosswind’s guidelines and practices as defined in Lifeline’s procedure manual. Model and teach the balanced life concept in all interaction with residents. Be a positive role model to the residents by demonstrating high moral and ethical standards. Be active in discipleship interaction with residents and staff. Attend all regularly scheduled staff meetings. We are also searching to find teachers, therapists, and a chaplain for our Caribbean Mountain Academy. https://caribbeanmountainacademy.com/ Qualifications:   Personal relationship with Christ BA degree or vocational equivalent preferred (at minimum H.S. Diploma/ GED) Must be at least 21 years of age Exceptional people skills Problem solving skills Prior experience serving at-risk youth Bi-lingual (Spanish) preferred  
Crosswinds Jarabacoa, Dominican Republic Full time
Oct 31, 2019
Mission Teams Assistant Featured
Do you enjoy meeting and engaging people? Do you love to inspire and share how JAARS makes Bible translation possible? Do you have a servant’s heart? Consider becoming a part of the Mission Team that coordinates churches and groups that come to serve at JAARS for a week or less in various projects at the center. Your influence could help people to gain a vision for missions and become further engaged with JAARS. Be part of a lasting impact for God’s Kingdom. For a part-time volunteer or a staff person who raises support Must be able to work in the US Brief Description Assist in providing the best experience and support to mission teams serving on center. Responsibilities Welcome, direct, serve, and support team needs Gather and process team applications Coordinate housing arrangements Find work projects and place appropriate mission team members there Prepare meals with the team Coordinate team work with Facilities Mission Team Manager Arrange for presentations from JAARS staff and missionaries Encourage further engagement with JAARS Work evenings and Sundays when teams are present Skills Excellent relational skills Ability to organize and follow through Attention to detail Confidence in leading people Servant's heart MS Office applications JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.  JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values   Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. 7405 Jaars Road, Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time
Sep 18, 2019
Community Outreach Coordinator Featured
Do you have a heart for Bible translation and love to share this passion with others? Are you comfortable with and skilled in meeting, welcoming, and communicating with people? Are you a good organizer who is attentive to detail? JAARS needs someone to coordinate staff who represent and promote JAARS at various community activities. This can include schools, festivals, parades, churches, and more! If you have the ability to convey how JAARS makes Bible translation and language development possible, we would love to talk with you. Brief Description Respond to and coordinate requests from the community for JAARS presentations and involvement.   For a part-time (0.5 FTE, 20 hours a week) volunteer or a non-paid career staff who raises support Must be able to work in the US   Job Responsibilities Develop contacts and build relationships with community, business, and media representatives to create opportunities for keeping JAARS and our services in front of the public Respond to requests for JAARS presenters and event participation from churches and community groups (such as schools, parades, and festivals) Coordinate, schedule, and recruit staff to present programs that motivate and encourage engagement in JAARS Assist, equip, and train staff in consistent JAARS messaging Maintain database of community contacts Administer budget, vehicle sign out, process travel expenses, and travel procedures Gather evaluations, results, and responses, and enter into Salesforce Distribute JAARS publicity materials and place in designated locations Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively Education and Experience Good communication and interpersonal skills Knowledge or willingness to learn about all aspects of JAARS Capability to vision cast the JAARS mission to others Ability to network with others, both within and outside of JAARS Confidence to take initiative, present, and lead G Suite and MS Office applications Serve as a mentor and coach Good organizational skills and attention to detail College degree or equivalent helpful Previous multicultural experience helpful JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally. JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. 7405 Jaars Road, Waxhaw, NC, USA Part time
Aug 21, 2019
Avionics Technician Featured
Target Staff Type             Supported/Volunteer Work Location   JAARS Waxhaw or Remote FTE         1.000 Position Summary           Testing, troubleshooting, and repairing avionics equipment helps make Bible translation and language development possible by keeping mission aircraft communications and navigation systems airworthy. Position Responsibilities               You will install, inspect, service, and repair avionics equipment in a variety of general aviation aircraft in accordance with applicable regulations and industry standards.   Position Requirements  A deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal spiritual growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embraces the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS An Aircraft Maintenance Engineers License in Airframe, Electrical, Instrument, or Radio, or an FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL) or certification from other industry recognized organizations such as, but not limited to, International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) or National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT) Minimum two years’ experience in this domain
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, NC, USA as well as Overseas Full time
Aug 21, 2019
Senior Financial Analyst Featured
Target Staff Type             Supported/Volunteer Work Location   JAARS Waxhaw FTE         1.000 Position Summary           Provides financial analysis and recommendations to JAARS management.  Works with leaders across the organization to develop reporting, dashboards and Key Performance Indicators to improve decision making.  Assists with implementing new financial software to transform operations at JAARS.  Reports directly to the CFO and interacts with the Senior Leadership Team. Position Responsibilities               Perform analysis with information from financial systems using trends, statistics, incremental margin analysis, variance to budget, financial ratios, and other tools to make recommendations to management Collaborate with management to gather information, develop assumptions, and understand high level trends Work with leaders across the organization to improve decision making by developing reports, dashboards, Key Performance Indicators (KPI's), and training the organization in the use of these tools Develop budgets and help managers develop forecasts and budgetary controls for their area of responsibility Assist with implementing new financial software to transform operations at JAARS as a critical member of the implementation team Design and implement effective internal controls in a variety of environments Assist the CFO in ad hoc analysis and projects Provide backup for Accounting staff, and may supervise staff to accomplish assigned objectives Position Requirements  A deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal spiritual growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS Good written and oral communication skills Must be able to interact with management at all levels of the organization Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or sufficient experience to demonstrate competencies; a CPA or MBA considered a plus Four or more years Accounting, Finance, or related experience; not-for-profit experience is preferred Experience with using financial systems; experience with NetSuite considered a plus
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time
Aug 19, 2019
Mission Pilot Mechanic – Fixed-Wing Featured
Would you consider using your skills and gifts as a missionary/mission pilot mechanic to bring life and hope to those who are needy and lost? Are you looking for real purpose as you fly the friendly skies? Opportunities exist both here at home and abroad. Regardless of where you fly, you will be using your skills as a pilot to further God’s kingdom. Airplanes are used here in the United States to increase mission aviation awareness and train new pilots, while overseas airplanes are used to facilitate Bible translation, provide humanitarian care for local communities, and generate revenue for mission flight subsidies.   Brief Description   As a pilot in command, you are responsible to carry out assigned flights in accordance with JAARS company policy and appropriate civil aviation regulations, ensuring the safety and security of your passengers and cargo.     For a volunteer or a non-paid career staff who raises support In Waxhaw, NC or Overseas   Responsibilities  Provide our customers with kind, courteous, and efficient transportation service Perform all pre-flight, flight, and post-flight duties in accordance with prescribed SOPs Maintain compliance with applicable aviation standards and operational procedures Participate in the JAARS Aviation flight proficiency and currency pilot programs Maintain an awareness and understanding of appropriate flight information systems Maintain the highest level of professionalism Maintain an attitude of continuous improvement and safety awareness Other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively   Skills Self-discipline Excellent character Professionalism Precision Good situational awareness   Education and Experience Commercial pilot license with instrument rating Airframe and Powerplant license or ICAO equivalent Valid Class II FAA Medical or equivalent 500 hours minimum flight time High performance and tailwheel aircraft endorsement Technical Evaluation and Orientation required Multicultural experience helpful JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally. JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, NC, USA or Overseas Full time
Aug 19, 2019
Missionary/Mission Pilot – Helicopter (US only) Featured
Do you love helicopter flying and want to use your impact to draw others into missions aviation? Are you good at engaging people, both young and old, and sharing how aviation plays a critical role in Bible translation? Participating in the JAARS Missions At The Airport (MATA) program, you will be a vital part of a missions awareness team, flying to public events and demonstrating how helicopters are used on the mission field. See that child’s face light up, when for the first time, they experience defying gravity. Brief Description Work with a team of pilots and ground staff to conduct public missions aviation awareness events, giving rides and performing helicopter demonstrations. For a volunteer or a non-paid, career staff who raises support Must be a US citizen or green card holder Responsibilities Participate in Missions At The Airport planning Conduct routine helicopter flights to and from Missions At The Airport events Operate aircraft in accordance with JAARS standards and policies Depending on qualifications, may conduct aircraft maintenance Engage with the public representing JAARS through one on one contacts as well as public speaking events Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively Skills Good communication and social skills Good airmanship Good judgement, discipline, adaptability, aptitude for learning, and is safety conscious Education and Experience Commercial Pilot certificate Class II Medical certificate or equivalent Successful completion of a JAARS technical evaluation and orientation 500 hours minimum flight time A&P license desirable but not mandatory JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally. JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time
Aug 19, 2019
Pilot Mechanic - Helicopter Featured
Did you know your helicopter flying skills can impact Bible translation and spread the Gospel? Would you enjoy working with a team of like-minded aviators, flying in some of the world’s most challenging and demanding flight environments? JAARS helicopter operations, in various countries around the world, work tirelessly to facilitate Bible translation, provide humanitarian care for local communities, and generate revenue for mission flight subsidies. Would you join our team?   Brief Description   Conduct fight operations and maintenance on helicopters in our overseas flight programs. For a non-paid career staff person who raises support Positions in the US and Overseas   Responsibilities Participate in an overseas flight program, engaging in various assigned duties that facilitate that program Conduct routine helicopter flights Operate aircraft in accordance with JAARS standards and policies Oversee the construction of and maintenance of landing zones Depending on qualifications, conduct aircraft maintenance Participate in the field program’s Safety Management System (SMS) Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively Skills Good airmanship Good judgement Disciplined, safety conscious, aptitude for learning, and adaptability Education and Experience Commercial Pilot certificate Class II Medical certificate or equivalent Successful completion of a JAARS technical evaluation and orientation 500 hours minimum flight time A&P license or equivalent JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally. JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, NC, U.S. and Overseas Full time
Aug 13, 2019
Aviation Operations Manager Featured
Do you have management skills and experience in organizing and coordinating sometimes complex operations? Do you have a logistics background that can put the pieces together to form an efficient and effective aviation flight department? Using these gifts is vital to providing the aviation transportation services that Bible translation so desperately needs around the world. Brief Description   Responsible for the oversight and coordination of aviation flight operations and all the supporting logistics surrounding that endeavor, including areas such as flight coordination, passenger movement, and aircraft staging.  Positions available in the USA and Overseas For a full-time volunteer or a non-paid, staff person who raises support   Responsibilities Provide supervision of flight and ground operations, including flight coordinating, passenger and cargo movement, and staff working in these areas Provide oversight of aircraft care and airworthiness, including the planning and coordination of maintenance schedules Provide directional input and oversight into the types of flight activities JAARS is involved in Along with the business manager, ensure the financial objectives of the aviation department are being met Liaise with the local Civil Aviation Authorities when necessary to ensure regulatory compliance Participate in the department’s senior management team meetings Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively Skills   Good at problem solving Ability to coordinate and collaborate Attention to detail Comfortable working with computers Good communicator   Education and Experience Associate or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Some type of Aviation experience Background or experience in logistics preferred JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally. JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation  
JAARS, Inc. In the USA and Overseas Full time
Apr 18, 2019
Aviation Safety Manager Featured
The safety of an aviation operation is one of the highest goals an organization can have. Not only the safety of our staff and employees but also the safety of our customers is paramount at JAARS. Do you have an interest in promoting and monitoring safety? Do you have the organizational skills to audit, record, and track the status of our safety systems? Come help us enable the work of Bible translation by providing a safe and efficient aviation program. Positions available in the US and Overseas Brief Description Oversight of the safety management system and industrial safety program of JAARS Aviation. Responsibilities Promote and facilitate a safety management system Record, track, and implement corrective actions in our safety management system Provide oversight to the internal auditing program Identify and mitigate hazardous situations Coordinate and facilitate risk management procedures Provide oversight to the health and environmental safety program Demonstrates a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embraces the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and helps us live them effectively Skills A passion and critical eye for safety Detailed and meticulous in nature Good people skills Comfortable in using Microsoft and Google App software Education and Experience Undergraduate degree or equivalent Aviation Safety Management training helpful Industrial Safety training or equivalent experience Aviation flight and or maintenance experience helpful Aircraft accident investigation training helpful JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally. JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. 7405 Jaars Road, Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time
Apr 18, 2019
Aviation Training Manager Featured
Do you have a passion for training, seeing people grow in their understanding and application of lessons learned? Do you have organizational and management skills that can be applied to an aviation training environment? Our goal is to equip and send well-trained aviation personnel around the world where they can provide aviation transportation in support of Bible translation. Positions in the US and Overseas Brief Description Provide oversight, management, and leadership of both the maintenance training and flight training departments.   Responsibilities Lead and direct a staff of professional aviation maintenance and flight instructors Conduct workforce planning that ensures adequate instructor numbers in all disciplines Oversee the coordination and development of initial and recurrent training curriculum Ensure that the technical evaluation and screening process of JAARS aviation personnel is adequate and effective Oversee the JAARS Prefield Orientation course Ensure recurrent training is effective and meets desired goals Provide input into aircraft fleet makeup and equipment used in training Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively Skills Management and leadership skills Communication skills Education and Experience An Associates or Bachelor’s degree Some experience desired in providing training or educational programs Leadership experience in aviation a plus   JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally. JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language.   JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training.   JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. 7405 Jaars Road, Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time
Apr 18, 2019
Aviation R & D Engineer Featured
Do engineering, creativity, and aviation go together for you? Be a needed part of Aviation support to Bible translation and spreading the Gospel around the world. Join our research and development team as they look for ways to improve safety and design parts to improve the utilization and efficiency of aircraft in missions aviation. Brief Description Research and develop safety and design improvements, parts manufacturing, and practical repair procedures for JAARS aircraft. For a full-time volunteer or a staff person who raises support Must be able to work in the US Responsibilities Use computer design software Develop safety features and make design utilization improvements to our mission aircraft Follow our FAA Parts Manufacturing Approval structure Collaborate with our machine shop to manufacture needed parts Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively Skills Work collaboratively Good computer skills Creativity in design and manufacturing of aviation related products Good understanding of 3-D printers and other computer-controlled machines Education and Experience Engineering Degree and/or related qualifying experience in engineering analysis, design, or aviation technology Experience with CADD is preferable Aerospace training is preferred, but good general engineering is appropriate JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally. JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training.  JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. 7405 Jaars Road, Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time
Mar 19, 2020
Tower Maintenance Technician
Do you have trade skills like welding, pipe-fitting, climbing high towers, mechanical experience, tower installation/maintenance gifts?  Do you wonder if you might be needed in the world of missions?  We do need you at our global transmitter sites like Guam, the Caribbean or Africa!  Come and help out with tower and antenna installation/maintenance, ensuring that TWR's Good News of the Gospel of Jesus Christ can reach into 190 countries in 230 languages!  Talk to us if you have a willing heart to serve the Lord in a variety of manual tasks on cross-cultural teams with like-minded missionaries. PLEASE NOTE: This position is a   supported/sponsored   missionary role (not a direct-hire   job ), so the future employee must develop a team of partners who provide financially for his/her full salary and benefits. We provide training, resources, and coaching to help missionaries reach their financial support goals.   Frequently Asked Questions   - Would you like to learn more about serving with TWR?   Here   are our answers to FAQs.   Fund Raising   - Click   here   to learn more about the spirituality of fundraising. Would you like to know more about fundraising with TWR? Read more  here .    Similar Roles   - Would you like to look at other roles similar to this one? Click   here   to see more. Videos of TWR Missionaries Serving  
TWR International Guam, Bonaire or Africa Full time
Mar 19, 2020
Maintenance Technician
Got experience around tools?  Are you a natural handyman?  Can you believe that you could have a place on the mission field?  A servant's heart, an ability to see needs and fill them, and a desire to see the Gospel go out to the world are what's needed to join our team in the Caribbean.  You'd be making sure radio towers, HVAC systems, mission buildings and grounds are kept in good shape to facilitate the daily broadcast of the Good News.  PLEASE NOTE: This position is a   supported/sponsored   missionary role (not a direct-hire   job ), so the future employee must develop a team of partners who provide financially for his/her full salary and benefits. We provide training, resources, and coaching to help missionaries reach their financial support goals.   Frequently Asked Questions   - Would you like to learn more about serving with TWR?   Here   are our answers to FAQs.   Fund Raising   - Click   here   to learn more about the spirituality of fundraising. Would you like to know more about fundraising with TWR? Read more  here .    Similar Roles   - Would you like to look at other roles similar to this one? Click   here   to see more. Videos of TWR Missionaries Serving  
TWR International Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands Full time
Mar 18, 2020
Caribbean Mountain Academy Teacher
The Lead Teacher will be responsible for working with selected youth at Caribbean Mountain Academy (CMA) to improve their skills and education. Within these responsibilities, a Lead Teacher will represent Jesus Christ through servant leadership by utilizing and implementing biblical precepts, scripture, and prayer into daily life and teaching. This will require consistent pursuit of God through interpersonal relationships, accountability, consistent church attendance, and daily personal devotionals. Responsibilities Teach students using CMA approved curriculum or computer software Plan and organize instruction to achieve general and course outcomes based on student's ability Provides effective instruction using a variety of strategies which bring about desired student outcomes Organize and manage the classroom environment to maximize learning. Demonstrate effective communication skills with students, supervisor, and other Crosswinds staff Implement a learning plan for each student Process a student's transition back to his/her home school and/or graduation Examples of Tasks: Provide classroom instruction when appropriate Provide opportunities for residents to present their work Utilize the educational computerized software in teaching Research educational needs for each student Work with home school for transcripts and graduation requirements   Qualifications: Personal relationship with Christ References attesting to lifestyle consistent with Christian faith Bachelor's Degree in education Two years teaching experience Applicable teaching license from State agency Must pass all background checks Exceptional people skills Problem-solving skills  
Crosswinds Jarabacoa, Dominican Republic Full time
Apr 18, 2019
Aviation Safety Manager
The safety of an aviation operation is one of the highest goals an organization can have. Not only the safety of our staff and employees but also the safety of our customers is paramount at JAARS. Do you have an interest in promoting and monitoring safety? Do you have the organizational skills to audit, record, and track the status of our safety systems? Come help us enable the work of Bible translation by providing a safe and efficient aviation program. Positions available in the US and Overseas  Brief Description Oversight of the safety management system and industrial safety program of JAARS Aviation. Responsibilities Promote and facilitate a safety management system Record, track, and implement corrective actions in our safety management system Provide oversight to the internal auditing program Identify and mitigate hazardous situations Coordinate and facilitate risk management procedures Provide oversight to the health and environmental safety program Demonstrates a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embraces the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and helps us live them effectively Skills A passion and critical eye for safety Detailed and meticulous in nature Good people skills Comfortable in using Microsoft and Google App software Education and Experience Undergraduate degree or equivalent Aviation Safety Management training helpful Industrial Safety training or equivalent experience Aviation flight and or maintenance experience helpful Aircraft accident investigation training helpful JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally. JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. 7405 Jaars Road, Waxhaw, NC, USA Full time
Jul 12, 2018
HVAC Technician
Use your commercial HVAC skills to support Bible translation through installing, upgrading, maintaining, and repairing HVAC systems at the JAARS Center. Your involvement will provide the services to keep our staff in comfortable working conditions, so that they can provide the technical and logistical support that makes translation work possible in the most remote locations. Office, medical, childcare, and housing facilities on the JAARS Center also allow missionaries to receive training, healthcare, and spiritual renewal. Your services will greatly impact their stay here. Brief Description Repair and maintain various heating, ventilation, cooling, and refrigeration systems for JAARS buildings. For .05 FTE (20 hrs.) volunteer or staff person who raises support  Must be able to work in the US Responsibilities Perform preventative maintenance Respond to repair requests on various systems at JAARS Install or assist in the installation of new systems Assist facilities maintenance administration in making recommendations for equipment upgrades Requirements and Experience Desired Experience in servicing commercial HVAC systems Certification in handling refrigerants, such as R-22, R-134a and R-410 Two years of experience in general maintenance work JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.  JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values   Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, North Carolina Part time
Jul 12, 2018
Avionics Technician
Are you one who likes problem solving, testing, troubleshooting and repairing avionics equipment? Are you attentive to detail? Do you enjoy keeping up on the latest innovative avionics solutions, equipment, and alerts? Be part of the team who makes Bible translation and language development possible in the most remote and difficult places on earth by keeping mission aircraft communications and navigation systems airworthy! Brief Description Install, inspect, service, and repair avionics equipment in a variety of general aviation aircraft in accordance with applicable regulations and industry standards.  For a volunteer or a staff person who raises support Must be able to work in the US for USA positions, but not for other countries Spiritual Requirements Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS or the country presiding in, and help us live them effectively Technical Requirements   An Aircraft Maintenance Engineers License in Airframe, Electrical, Instrument, or Radio, or an FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL) or certification from other industry recognized organizations such as, but not limited to, International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) or National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT) Minimum two years’ experience in this domain JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners.  We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally.   JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language.   JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation    
JAARS, Inc. Waxhaw, NC 28173, USA Full time