Special Needs Coordinator

DescriptionJob Title: Special Needs Coordinator

Campus: North Fort Worth

Department: Children

Campus Report: Associate Campus Pastor

Department Report: Special Needs Ministry Director

Status: Non-exempt, Part-time

Supervisory Role: No

Date Updated: 8/14/2026

Objective:

Coordinates and supports special needs inclusion across Kids, Students, and Adults ministries at the North Fort Worth campus, ensuring families with disabilities experience a welcoming, supported church environment.

Essential Job Functions:

Serve as primary point of contact for special needs families across all age ministries at the campus
Conduct intake conversations with new families to understand each individual's needs and assist Central Special Need’s Director in creating and implementing care/support plans
Recruit, train, and schedule volunteers for kid’s and student’s environments
Coordinate sensory-friendly spaces or accommodations for weekend services and events
Partner with Kids and Students ministry leaders to ensure classroom/small group environments are inclusive
Support adult ministry leaders in identifying accommodations for adults with disabilities (worship environment, small groups, serving opportunities)
Maintain communication with families regarding accommodations, schedule changes, or concerns

Track volunteer training completion and accommodation plans in Rock

Work Schedule:

15 hours / week, Office Hours TBD by employee and Associate Campus Pastor

QualificationsEducation:

Bachelor’s degree is preferred or working towards a bachelor’s degree

Experience:

1 to 3 years of practical experience working with children, students, or adults with special needs (such as Autism, ADHD, or sensory processing differences)

Soft Skills:

Growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ as evidenced by spiritual maturity and a close consistent walk with Him
Embrace a vibrant vision for Special Need’s Ministry consistent with Compass’ mission statement
Heart for special needs families and inclusive ministry; personal or professional experience with disabilities preferred
Strong relational and communication skills
Proven ability to collaborate across multiple ministry areas and age groups
Demonstrated ability to build and develop teams
Organized, detail-oriented, comfortable with basic data entry
Demonstrate strong conflict management and public relation skills
Demonstrated flexibility and calm under pressure in changing and/or emergency situations
Must believe and embody the following statements: fun is spiritual, servants are leaders and people matter to God

Additional Requirements:

Background check and child protection training required upon hire

Requirements of Compass Staff:

Must have a servant’s heart for ministry, serving with a positive attitude and spirit
Must be of moral and spiritual integrity in all areas of your walk and life
Every staff member is expected to fully engage in the ministry of the church. This includes attending a weekend service and tithing.

We consider ministry readiness, and an individual’s capacity to represent Compass Church’s beliefs, during the selection process for all positions.

Each member of the Compass Church team takes a “how can I help” approach to ministry. While each team member has individual areas of responsibility, collaboration and support permeate our culture. There is no task below a team member at Compass. If we see something that needs to be done, we do it!

All applicants MUST apply at <compass.church/employment>.