The Director of Youth Ministries leads and oversees all Youth Programs with a purpose to introduce young people to Christ, to disciple them in spiritual growth, and to train them in serving Christ with their life. The director works with ministry leaders and parents to assist our students, 6th to 12th grades, in developing and maturing in a real and personal relationship with Christ.
Supervision
:The Director of Youth Ministries is under the direct supervision of the Lead Pastor and is responsible to the Session.
RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL
Engage the lives of students by investing in their spaces.
Oversee and lead the church’s program to disciple youth to maturity
PROGRAM OVERSIGHT Oversight of Youth Events
Plan, organize, and lead youth events such as weekly youth group meeting and student outings
Develop and maintain a balanced program of spiritual, physical, and social growth
Identify, train, develop, and encourage volunteers to invest in the lives of students
Organize and work in partnership with youth leadership team consisting of parents and volunteers
Recruit and lead college aged students in investing in the lives of youth
DISCIPLESHIP Relationship Building
Develop authentic relationships with students by investing in their spaces and interests
(i.e. routine and regular home visits, attendance at various school events, social outings, etc.)
Teaching and Discipleship
Provide Biblical, relevant teaching for youth during youth group and church-wide studies
Coordinate small group discipleship for all Middle & High School age groups and genders
Personally disciple youth members in small group settings
Equip and/or connect students to serve in various ministries in the church
Schedule youth to participate in Youth 101 (Communicant’s Class)
Participate in church discipline involving youth
Partnership with Families
Facilitate open communication with parents/guardians
Initiate connection and partnership with parents
Equip parents to identify opportunities to disciple their students; assist as needed
Provide families with resources in dealing with relevant topics affecting students’ lives
ADMINISTRATION Retreats
Lead, organize, and participate in church sponsored youth retreats and conferences (i.e. fall and spring retreats at Bonclarken, Horizon, Quest, etc.)
Coordinate and lead service opportunities for youth in the local area and/or in missions
Other Administrative Responsibilities
Adhere to and supports church policies on security and safety of minors in the church
Assure proper care of facilities used by student programs
Maintain a well-planned program throughout the year in coordination with the church calendar of events
Plan, manage, and provide oversight for fundraising events within youth ministries
Participate in worship services with updates/announcements pertaining to youth ministries
Maintain liaison partnerships between the church and community organizations (i.e. schools, Young Life, sister churches, etc.) in relation to youth ministries
ACCOUNTABILITY FACTORS
Attend weekly meeting with staff for prayer and planning
Provide ministry updates to Session quarterly
Abide by standards and expectations outlined in Crossings Workplace Policies
Review and discuss job performance as part of tri-annual review process.
Requirements Minimum Qualifications
Must be a born‑again Christian with a maturing relationship with Christ
Minimum of 2 years of experience working with students
Be able to develop and sustain a good rapport with students
Possess interpersonal and communications skills to counsel and guide students
Possess an understanding of the challenges, with potential solutions, that today’s students experience
Must be able to work independently or as part of a team
Possess strong organizational and administrative skills
Must be able to educate and mentor student workers and volunteers
Possess in‑depth biblical knowledge and understanding of Reformed theology
Must subscribe to the constitution of the church and become a member of the church as soon as practical
Must be able to develop a budget in line with church goals and objectives
How to Apply Interested candidates should submit a resumé, cover letter, and references to youthcandidate@crossingscommunity.org
Questions regarding the position may be directed to Andy Anderson via the same email address (youthcandidate@crossingscommunity.org)
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Supervision
:The Director of Youth Ministries is under the direct supervision of the Lead Pastor and is responsible to the Session.
RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL
Engage the lives of students by investing in their spaces.
Oversee and lead the church’s program to disciple youth to maturity
PROGRAM OVERSIGHT Oversight of Youth Events
Plan, organize, and lead youth events such as weekly youth group meeting and student outings
Develop and maintain a balanced program of spiritual, physical, and social growth
Identify, train, develop, and encourage volunteers to invest in the lives of students
Organize and work in partnership with youth leadership team consisting of parents and volunteers
Recruit and lead college aged students in investing in the lives of youth
DISCIPLESHIP Relationship Building
Develop authentic relationships with students by investing in their spaces and interests
(i.e. routine and regular home visits, attendance at various school events, social outings, etc.)
Teaching and Discipleship
Provide Biblical, relevant teaching for youth during youth group and church-wide studies
Coordinate small group discipleship for all Middle & High School age groups and genders
Personally disciple youth members in small group settings
Equip and/or connect students to serve in various ministries in the church
Schedule youth to participate in Youth 101 (Communicant’s Class)
Participate in church discipline involving youth
Partnership with Families
Facilitate open communication with parents/guardians
Initiate connection and partnership with parents
Equip parents to identify opportunities to disciple their students; assist as needed
Provide families with resources in dealing with relevant topics affecting students’ lives
ADMINISTRATION Retreats
Lead, organize, and participate in church sponsored youth retreats and conferences (i.e. fall and spring retreats at Bonclarken, Horizon, Quest, etc.)
Coordinate and lead service opportunities for youth in the local area and/or in missions
Other Administrative Responsibilities
Adhere to and supports church policies on security and safety of minors in the church
Assure proper care of facilities used by student programs
Maintain a well-planned program throughout the year in coordination with the church calendar of events
Plan, manage, and provide oversight for fundraising events within youth ministries
Participate in worship services with updates/announcements pertaining to youth ministries
Maintain liaison partnerships between the church and community organizations (i.e. schools, Young Life, sister churches, etc.) in relation to youth ministries
ACCOUNTABILITY FACTORS
Attend weekly meeting with staff for prayer and planning
Provide ministry updates to Session quarterly
Abide by standards and expectations outlined in Crossings Workplace Policies
Review and discuss job performance as part of tri-annual review process.
Requirements Minimum Qualifications
Must be a born‑again Christian with a maturing relationship with Christ
Minimum of 2 years of experience working with students
Be able to develop and sustain a good rapport with students
Possess interpersonal and communications skills to counsel and guide students
Possess an understanding of the challenges, with potential solutions, that today’s students experience
Must be able to work independently or as part of a team
Possess strong organizational and administrative skills
Must be able to educate and mentor student workers and volunteers
Possess in‑depth biblical knowledge and understanding of Reformed theology
Must subscribe to the constitution of the church and become a member of the church as soon as practical
Must be able to develop a budget in line with church goals and objectives
How to Apply Interested candidates should submit a resumé, cover letter, and references to youthcandidate@crossingscommunity.org
Questions regarding the position may be directed to Andy Anderson via the same email address (youthcandidate@crossingscommunity.org)
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