FROM SCRATCH TO TRAINING CENTER



FROM SCRATCH TO TRAINING CENTERTony Anderson, Pastor of Counseling/Executive PastorChristian Family Chapel/The Hope CenterINTRODUCTIONTHE HOPE CENTER/CHRISTIAN FAMILY CHAPELENJOY THE JOURNEY WHILE FOCUSING ON THE GOALSTARTING A COUNSELING MINISTRYPRAY, PRAY, PRAY: Unless the Lord builds the house, They labor in vain who build it; Unless the Lord guards the city, The watchman keeps awake in vain. Psalm 127:1SELECT A CORE SEED TEAM Min 3-4Best if a pastor or elder included (pastors are always being told what they should try or do-this allows peer to peer discussion).Top down leadership: Ephesians 4:12TRAIN YOUR SEED TEAMFundamentals (Faith Biblical Counseling Conference/other formats)Continue to read Observation videosStart counseling (after you have certified counselors it may be wise to require a certified counselor to counsel).SEEK SR. LEADERSHIP BUY-IN AND SUPPORTStrategic planningNeeds of community (broken relationships vs. material needs)Disciple your ownEvangelismEncourage elders/pastors to listen to audio of training (particularly “controversial” topics).LEGAL AND INSURANCE:Separate entity-Pros and ConsInsurance-Pastoral counseling under authority of the eldersDuty to report statutesFormsConsent to Counsel (see Exhibit “1”)Personal Data Inventory (see Exhibit “2”)Case Reports-requiredIdentify an attorney who will assistBUDGET AND FACILITIES:Counseling roomsDedicated Space?Appropriate level of privacyWhite boardsTablesCounseling in Homes Permitted??Resource area/roomStartup resourcesHomework Sheets (see Exhibit “3”)Booklets and BooksSquare for Inventory and PaymentShared resourcesDropboxAudio/videoSupervision fees and annual duesBooks for your counselorsEstablish source of dedicated fundsCancellation depositsDedicated Funds for giftsRegistration Fees from your training (once established)ROLL OUT TO THE BODYKey volunteersDeacons and Ministry leaders“What Ifs”-show the need (see Exhibit “4”)Cast visionMain service-by Pastor-Teacher.Evangelism-needs of the community-relational brokennessIntense Discipleship-part of fabric of the church-remove stigma.Every objection is an opportunity to teach.EXPAND YOUR TEAMDo the one on one ask“Release” your leadersShow them what it looks likeObservation DVD’sLive observationsInvest financiallyTrainingResourcesStudy groupsSTAFFING ROLESCounseling Pastor/DirectorEstablish PolicyShepherd the TeamPray for themConduct trainingBe their pastor-this ministry is hardInsure there is no Mission DriftReport to EldersCounseling AdministratorIntake and Waiting listAssign casesField Cold CallsAssist with ResourcesInventory ManagerRe-order resourcesReports on volume of different resourcesCoaches/Mentors-same gender; assist in shepherdingCOUNSEL WITH EXCELLENCEREQUIRE CERTIFICATIONTRACKING FORM AND GRADUATION/TERMINATION FORMS (see Exhibits “5” & “6”)MARKET THE MINISTRYWeb pageACBC Web pageFeature periodically in Church communicationsVisitor BagsOutreach eventsBulletinWelcome videosIs signage possible???“Resource Center”Reference in sermons to aid applicationCONTINUING EDUCATION OF COUNSELORSTeam meetingsSelf-impose continuing education requirements (Investment in Excellence Program)STARTING A TRAINING CENTERCONTACT ACBCDiscuss your plans and address any concerns either party may have.Become familiar with the requirements for a training center.RECRUIT A PROJECT MANAGERShares the VisionEstablishes a small project teamEstablishes a timelineHolds people accountableSELECT YOUR FACULTYConsider the topics to be coveredDetermine how you will address medical issuesGood counselors and good communicators!!!Final faculty meets ACBC requirements% of ACBC certified counselors% of men vs. % of womenDEVELOP YOUR WORKSHOPSSound DoctrineDevelop original material with practical applicationConsiderations for the CounselorSuggested homeworkSuggested resourcesWhat do I wish I had learned earlier??Tie to the ACBC exams where appropriateRequire all presenters to practice their workshops before your current counseling team.Provides additional training to your team.Sharpens the presenter (content and style)Whole team contributesPLAN YOUR TRAINING COURSEFormat (who is your primary intended target)WeekendWeeklyOtherWill sessions be videoed?For make-up purposes?As a later on-line option? Consider how student notes will be disseminatedHard copy notebooksDropboxRegistration and PricingEstablish method of registrationConsider actual costs and use of funds for further trainingConsider costs of meals and snacksWill any honorariums be requiredAdditional VolunteersRegistration and Check-inSnacks and mealsAVL supportSet up and take downPROMOTIONIn ServiceTargeted emailsTeachers, small group leaders, youth workersLocal pastors (particularly those whose flock you have counseled)ACBC counselors in your stateWebsitesChurch’sACBCBiblical Counseling CoalitionCOMPLETE THE ACBC TRAINING CENTER APPLICATIONFOLLOW UPExam helpsNeed 2 to be certified within 2 years ................
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