Fellowship Program in Disability Ministry – Housing Provided

Full Time | Vienna, VA

Are you interested in joining an organization that is making a lasting impact in the lives of children and adults with special needs and their families, while simultaneously gaining valuable professional development and spiritual growth?

Jill’s House, a Christian non-profit organization and auxiliary ministry of McLean Bible Church, is looking for passionate recent college graduates to join our Post Graduate Fellowship Program. At Jill’s House, we serve families raising children, adolescents, and adults with intellectual disabilities by providing short-term, overnight respite care and holistic family support services—all while living out the Gospel in both word and deed. We unconditionally welcome, love, and serve all families, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, or any other characteristic. To learn more about the mission that drives us, please visit jillshouse.org. 

"Working at Jill’s House will change your life if you let it. There’s so much joy in creating a space of radical acceptance for the children and families we serve. If you have a heart for service and a teachable spirit, this is the place for you." — Emily, 2021 Jill’s House Fellow

What You Can Gain as a Jill’s House Fellow:

• Hands-on Experience & Meaningful Work: As a Fellow, you’ll play an active role in caring for children and adults with intellectual disabilities—engaging them in fun activities, supporting their daily living needs, and gaining exposure to the behind-the-scenes administrative work that makes respite care possible. This is not just a job—it’s an opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus, making a significant difference in the lives of the children and families we serve.
• Professional & Spiritual Growth: Participate in development events designed to help you grow in your career and faith. Past events have included seminars on disability ministry, personal finance, resume building, and networking opportunities, as well as visits to specialized facilities and group Bible studies.
• A Supportive Community: You’ll live in fully furnished, paid housing with other recent college graduates, forging deep connections through group activities, social outings, and time spent together in faith-based fellowship.
• Exploration & Adventure: Opportunities to spend time in our Nation’s Capital, visit historic landmarks, explore breathtaking parks and mountains, and enjoy all that the DMV area has to offer.

What You'll Do:

• Serve as a Direct Support Professional, leading and engaging a group of clients in positive, fun activities at our Jill's House respite facility.
• Providing individualized care based on customized service plans for each client.
• Documenting important details related to each client’s stay.
• Building relationships with the families we serve, providing them with hope and compassionate care.
• Support the behind-the-scenes operations of a nonprofit organization

Qualifications:

• Must be a recent college graduate with a heart for service.
• At least six months of experience working directly with children is preferred.
• A patient, compassionate demeanor, strong communication skills, with a willingness to learn new skills.
• Must enjoy working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and have the physical stamina to engage in physical activities (standing, pushing, pulling, walking, etc.) for extended periods of time.
• Commitment to a one-year Fellowship Program is preferred.
• Must affirm the McLean Bible Church Vision and Values and Standards of Christian Conduct.

The goal of Jill’s House is to share Jesus’ love with children and with intellectual disabilities and their families through purposeful excellence, joyful service, and compassionate engagement. Please take the time to view our "Together" video and learn more about what we do at Jill's House and why we do it: https://youtu.be/Sy2_XjFUWTg