Is God calling you to join us in Restoring Hope?

There is an abundance of children and families in need of hope. Come find fulfillment as you walk alongside them as they find help and hope at Gateway Woods. Find joy as you share the Gospel with those in need of a Savior, and be humbled as He shapes your life while doing so.

We currently have the following opportunities to serve. If you think it's possible this could be your calling, please pray. Then contact us for more information. It may work out, or it may not, but it doesn't hurt to take the first step. Will you be the beautiful hands and feet that come and labor to share the love of Christ?

Testimonials

Being called to join in the mission at Gateway Woods has provided such an opportunity to meet kids right where they are in their journey of life and extend to them the Truth of God’s love. Through the ups and the downs and everything in between, it brings me pure joy to have the opportunity to love kids well and point them to Jesus.

Kiley (LARC Coordinator)

What sets Gateway School apart from other teaching positions is that you are working with a team of teachers who have sacrificed something of themselves to be at Gateway. We are united around a common mission to provide hope and healing to the students who walk through our doors.

Timothy (Science Teacher)

When the Lord calls you to a place like Gateway Woods, you can never really know the extent of what He will ask of you. Following Jesus is rarely as clear-cut as we would like, but it is always worth it! Just like Abraham, the where and the what may be uncertain, but the One we follow is sure, and the blessing is certain when we get there.

Mark & Grace (Houseparents)

Current Openings

Foster Care Licensing Worker

Duties

Indiana foster youth need committed, passionate liaisons who will advocate for their best interest with conviction and sensitivity. The Gateway Woods Foster Care team seeks to support our licensed foster families through ongoing trainings, resources, communication, and documentation.

As a Foster Care Licensing Worker, you will implement current licensing guidelines for initial licensures, annual reviews, license renewals, and home study revisions. This will include questionnaire distribution/completion, scheduling home visits, psycho-social evaluation reporting, home visits, ongoing licensing support, and home study writing. You will provide ongoing consultation for case managers, referral staff, and foster parents and assist with preservice foster parent training. You will also connect foster parent applicants and current foster parents with applicable community resource.


Qualities

Flexible | Excellent Communicator | Organized | Detail-Oriented | Team Player | Critical Thinker

Must have at least a bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, or a related field from an accredited college or university.

One year of work and/or volunteer experience in social work, therapy, case management, child care or a related area, is preferred.


Benefits

Part-Time Position

Part-time with flexible schedule.

Christian Culture

Strong Christian work environment with team-oriented culture.

Retirement

403b with Employer Match

Healthcare

Top-notch healthcare with optional vision and dental insurance.

Office Coordinator

Duties

As the Office Coordinator, you will ensure smooth operations that directly support our mission. Your responsibilities include answering phones, assisting clientele, organizing office supplies, and managing client records, policies/procedures, and mailing lists with accuracy and care.

You will also assist with billing, utility spreadsheets, and accounting tasks, while supporting Licensing & Certification efforts as part of the Administrative Team. Additionally, you’ll help prepare reports, maintain files, and organize Board meetings. Your role is vital in keeping our team organized and enabling us to serve our clients more effectively.


Qualities

Organizational Skills | Accuracy | Timeliness | Attention to Detail | Flexible

Must be at least 18 years of age and a high school graduate.

Must know proper telephone system techniques and etiquette.

Must be proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, and other basic computer applications.


Benefits

Part-Time Office Hours

Part-time with a predictable schedule and most weekends off.

Christian Culture

Strong Christian work environment with team-oriented culture.

Recruiting and Retention Officer

Duties

As the Recruiting and Retention Officer, you play a key role in building a qualified, diverse, and capable team that shares our values and calling. You will develop, facilitate, and implement all phases of the recruitment process. By cultivating strong relationships with partner churches and supporters, collaborating with managers, and leveraging online advertising and social media, you will promote current career openings and help identify potential future candidates. 

With a focus on continuous improvement, you will use data-driven insights to refine the recruiting process. You will research and implement applicant-tracking software to collect candidate information, monitor engagement, and maintain clear, consistent communication. You will assist the Business Coordinator in completing state and federal background checks and work alongside hiring managers and HR staff throughout the offer and onboarding process. Additionally, you will help implement training and retention initiatives that support long-term employee success.


Qualities

Relational | Organized | Outgoing | Flexible | Discreet

Must be at least 21 years old and a high school graduate. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred.

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and social media applications.

Must be familiar with hiring laws and best practices.


Benefits

Full Time Position

Full time position with flexible schedule.

Christian Culture

Strong Christian work environment with team-oriented culture.

Healthcare

Top-notch healthcare with optional vision and dental insurance.

Retirement

403b with Employer Match

Teacher

Duties

Many children come to Gateway Woods lacking in their education. Our on-grounds school is a tremendous resource for them to receive the attention they need to fill in the educational gaps in a place that provides accountability and boundaries. To provide the most benefit to our students, we offer summer classes for residents who need to make up missing credits.

As a teacher, you will provide instruction and accountability for students, supervise students in the vocational/community service program, and work with staff and volunteers to promote educational, vocational, and independent living skills development.


Qualities

Organized | Self-Motivated | Team Player | Detail Oriented | Empathetic | Good Communicator

Must hold at least a Bachelor's Degree in Education and be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license.


Benefits

School Hours

GWS operates year-round with Fridays off in the summer.

Christian Culture

Strong Christian work environment with team-oriented culture.

Retirement

403b with Employer Match

Healthcare

Top-notch healthcare with optional vision and dental insurance.

WillowBridge Community Advocate

Duties

WillowBridge Transitional Housing serves aged-out youth in need of a safe place to land. They need more than just a place to live, however. These young adults need to learn the skills and resources to eventually move out of WillowBridge and live on their own – including how to get involved in a community and a church. Tenants have so much God-given potential, they just need caring adults to point the way to Jesus and to successful independence. WillowBridge staff and volunteers provide guidance, accountability, and support to tenants, based on their individual needs.

As the Community Advocate, you will live in the WillowBridge apartments and manage the day-to-day operations there. You will build community with tenants, serve as an in-house mentor, as well as oversee the security and upkeep of the property. You will need to resolve conflict well, practice good discernment, and serve gracefully while drawing and enforcing clear boundaries.


Qualities

Flexible | Relational | Self-Motivated | Organized | Resourceful

Must be a high school graduate, at least 25 years old, and possess a valid driver's license.


Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Full time paid position with flexible schedule; food & housing provided.

Retirement

403b with Employer Match

Christian Culture

Strong Christian work environment with team-oriented culture.

Healthcare

Top-notch healthcare with optional vision and dental insurance.

Illinois Adoption Case Manager

Duties

Our adoption team in Illinois provides services to expecting parents and adoptive families throughout the state of Illinois.

Our Illinois Adoption Office is seeking a part-time Adoption Case Manager who will provide assistance with preparing prospective adoptive parents for all aspects of the adoption process. You will write home studies, assist in the domestic placement and post-placement process, provide support to birth and adoptive parents, and complete post-placement reporting.
 


Qualities

Good Communicator | Team Player | Self-Motivated | Flexible | Empathetic

Must be at least 23 years of age

Must have at least a bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of social work, or a combination of a bachelor’s degree in any field and prior experience in child and family services, adoption, or inter-country adoption.


Benefits

Part-Time Position

Part-time with flexible schedule.

Christian Culture

Strong Christian work environment with team-oriented culture.

Assistant Houseparent

Duties

The Residential Treatment Program exists to provide safe, effective treatment for youth in difficult situations where they can experience God’s love in a structured, home-like setting. These teenagers need love and nurturing as well as boundaries and accountability.

As an Assistant Houseparent, you will be an essential part of the direct care team, assisting the Houseparent Couples in meeting the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the residents in your house while maintaining a Godly culture and adhering to Gateway Woods policy and state regulations. This can include preparing meals, running residents to appointments, helping with homework, and supervising the residents.


Qualities

Good Communicator | Team Player | Self-Motivated | Flexible | Empathetic

Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license and be willing to give and receive direction well.


Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Full time paid position with flexible schedule; food & housing provided.

Christian Culture

Strong Christian work environment with team-oriented culture.

Retirement

403b with Employer Match

Healthcare

Top-notch healthcare with optional vision and dental insurance.

Houseparent Couple

Duties

The Residential Treatment Program exists to provide safe, effective treatment for youth in difficult situations where they can experience God’s love in a structured, home-like setting. These teenagers need love and nurturing as well as boundaries and accountability.

As a houseparent couple, you will be the direct care staff in charge of these teens (residents) while they are on campus in your care. You will provide for the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the residents and operate the home in a Godly manner while staying consistent with Gateway Woods policy and state regulations. Some duties may include teaching practical life skills, providing spiritual leadership/guidance, processing through resident choices, and helping with homework.


Qualities

Good Communicator | Team Player | Self-Motivated | Flexible | Empathetic

Must be married at least 1 year, showing respect and esteem for each other.

Must be high school graduates, at least 21 years old, with valid driver’s licenses.


Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Full time paid position with flexible schedule; food & housing provided.

Christian Culture

Strong Christian work environment with team-oriented culture.

Retirement

403b with Employer Match

Healthcare

Top-notch healthcare with optional vision and dental insurance.

Please call us at 888.443.4283 or 260.627.0220 or email us via the form below. While membership from our owning church, the Apostolic Christian Church of America (ACCA), is preferred, all applicants must have a Christian belief and demonstrate a lifestyle compatible with the ACCA, as well as the support of his/her local elder or pastor.

Kiley and Resident Walking Square

Contact us about a position.