Director of Youth Ministries
Job Overview
Wesleyan church in Baytown, Texas is hiring a Director of Youth Ministries
Job Description
Title: Student Minister
Classification: Full Time, salaried
Responsible to: Director of Family Ministries and SPRC
Purpose: To lead students in to a saving relationship with Jesus Christ and to model and encourage spiritual growth in students while providing oversight and development of Student Ministries at CBGUMC
Qualifications
Deeply committed Christ-follower, expected to be an active member of CBGUMC Evidence of a growing, vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ who strives to live above reproach Must be able to pass a background check and complete Safe Sanctuary training. Independent self-starter who can work with minimal supervision Excellent organizational and goal oriented skills Ability to multitask several projects at one time Team player Outgoing and winsome personality a plus Effective communicator (including the ability to effectively preach and teach God's Word to students). Organized and orderly (keeps office, storage, and other areas safe, neat, and clean)
Education and Experience:
High School diploma or GED equivalent is required. Some college preferred. Previous experience in leading and mentoring students. Participate in ongoing continuing education for student ministries (stay current) Detailed knowledge of Microsoft Office (specifically Word, Excel, and Publisher) is required Proficient at utilizing current social media applications Proficient at utilizing Pro-Presenter Knowledge of office equipment (copier, folding machine, scanner, fax)
Description of Duties The responsibilities of the Student Minister include, but are not limited to, the following duties:
Build relationships with students, learn their spiritual needs and minister to them Build relationship with student's parents to encourage them in their spiritual walk Develop small groups where students can grow in their relationship with Jesus Develop mission opportunities to engage students in serving in the area where God has given them passion. Develop students to be a witness of the good news of Jesus Christ in their schools and in the world Teach students Biblical stewardship principles. Oversee student worship experiences (Wednesday night and other) Lead youth praise band and develop young musicians to use their talents in worship Lead worship for our Family Experience worship services Teach and preach effectively the Word of God to students Coordinate Confirmation and spiritual development classes Develop specialized ministries for junior high and senior high students as soon as numbers and ratios allow, as appropriate Develop specialized ministries for boys and girls as soon as numbers and ratios allow, as appropriate Work with Senior Pastor & Director of Family Ministries to make sure the mission and vision of the church are understood and woven into the fabric of the student ministry (alignment) Operate student ministry within the strategy assigned by the Senior Pastor & Director of Family Ministries(currently Orange) Evaluate effectiveness of student ministries and making adjustments as needed for maximal effectiveness Clearly communicate any changes to student ministry with all council members Develop effective systems: managing attendance, communicating with students and parents, planning and scheduling events, transitioning tweens into student ministry Work closely with Children's Ministry for maximal synergy between ministries Schedule and plan winter break, spring break and summer activities (UMARMY, Big House or Summit, Church Camp, retreats) Encourage student involvement, as appropriate, in the life of the greater congregation of CBGUMC Incorporate fun fellowship activities in balance with spiritual growth opportunities Set, manage and maintain the student ministry budget Plan and coordinate fund raisers for student ministry in conjunction with Finance Team regulations Recruit,, train and develop student leaders and adult volunteers Recruit and supervise youth intern(s), if utilized Any other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor
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Location: Baytown, TX
Website: https://www.cedarbayougrace.org/
Job Type: Full-time
Role: HIGH SCHOOL/COLLEGE MINISTRY
Salary: TO BE DETERMINED
Date Posted: 3 months ago