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Notebook explaining employment and contractor work for ministry service.
Understanding Your Role

Employment vs. Contractor Work

RHM may work with individuals in different ways depending on ministry need, role structure, supervision requirements, state-specific review, and applicable law.

Why Classification Matters

Correct classification protects the worker, the ministry, and the people being served. It affects taxes, benefits, scheduling, supervision, insurance, legal responsibilities, and ministry operations.

RHM does not classify someone as a contractor simply because that arrangement is preferred. The actual working relationship must be reviewed against applicable standards.

Employees

Employees generally work under the direction and control of an organization. The organization may set schedule, duties, work methods, and ongoing expectations.

Org directs how, when, and where work is done
Payroll taxes withheld by employer
Schedule typically assigned or controlled by org
Tools and systems provided by org
May be eligible for benefits
Subject to direct management oversight
Ongoing, integrated staff relationship

Independent Contractors

Independent contractors are generally self-employed individuals providing services under a contract. They may have more control over how they provide services.

Contractor controls their methods and approach
Responsible for own self-employment taxes
Contractor controls availability and schedule
Contractor may provide their own tools
Generally not eligible for benefits
Ministry care oversight — not staff management
May serve other organizations
Written service agreement governs relationship

Key Differences at a Glance

AreaEmployeeContractor
ControlOrg directs how, when, whereContractor controls methods
TaxesPayroll taxes withheldSelf-employment taxes
ScheduleOrg assigns or controlsContractor controls availability
BenefitsMay be eligibleUsually not eligible
SupervisionDirect management oversightCare oversight without staff management
Business RiskUsually limitedContractor carries risk
RelationshipOngoing, integrated staffWritten service agreement

RHM Review

RHM reviews each role carefully. Contractor approval may depend on written agreements, ministry fit, training, supervision, documentation, state-specific review, and legal or insurance considerations.

Educational Disclaimer: This page is general educational information and is not legal, tax, financial, or professional advice. Potential contractors are encouraged to seek their own legal, tax, or professional guidance regarding independent contractor status and classification.

Interested in Serving With RHM?

Begin the contractor inquiry process to explore whether a contractor role may be available.

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Care That Is Measured — Because People Are What Matter

Restoring Hope Ministries tracks the well-being of every participant in our clinical and faith-based services using empirically validated screeners, clinical interviews, behavioral analysis, and self-report — so we can honestly see whether the people we serve are getting better.

This rigor reflects the training of our founder, Dr. Jeffrey Gross, who earned an M.S. in Clinical Psychology from the Wisconsin School of Professional Psychology and is continuing his Psy.D. studies in Clinical Psychology, with completion anticipated in 2028. His Th.D. in Theology and Ph.D. in Christian Counseling complement that clinical education with theological preparation for Christ-centered soul care.

At Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin, he served as a Student Psychologist and later Chief Student Psychologist, supporting veterans and first responders with traumatic brain injuries through the BRAVE program. His work included assessment, individualized treatment planning, multidisciplinary rehabilitation, psychoeducational and process-oriented groups, and peer supervision. His experience also includes supervised psychological testing of clergy at Milwaukee Psychotherapy Collaborative, recovery-focused group development at The Manor by Windrose, and case management and peer-support supervision at Biehl Bridges to Recovery.

Continuing education in assessment, trauma, neurobehavioral conditions, supervision, ethics, and risk management further informs this approach. Together, these experiences help shape RHM’s commitment to careful assessment, responsible documentation, collaborative care, and attention to each person’s spiritual, relational, emotional, and practical needs. His clinical psychology doctorate remains in progress; this background does not replace the qualifications or licensure required for regulated clinical services.

Empirically validated screenersClinical interviewsBehavioral analysisSelf-report
See how we measure outcomes and steward your support
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