The Youth Cartel
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Director of Youth Ministry PURPOSE:
To oversee a program for those in middle school, where the goal is to move these students toward becoming disciples of Christ. STATUS:
Exempt; Full-Time PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Administration: Working, communicating, reporting, and planning with youth team specifically and staff team generally. Planning specifically the curriculum and teaching components for middle school programs. Participating and leading meetings Program Directors, Youth staff, discipleship staff, youth council and discipleship council, Session Communicating with the leaders of the middle school programs on a regular basis Encouraging, coaching, resourcing, praying and loving them. Communicating with the parents of the middle schoolers on a regular basis Carry out other duties/tasks as may be assigned by supervisor in accordance with youth program requirements, directives, initiatives, etc. Serving as the principal creator, planner, and leader in all middle school programs as well as developing current and prospective leaders for middle school ministry. Programs such as: Sunday morning, small groups, outreach events, and Confirmation Annual events: Confirmation Retreat; mission trip; summer camp Training and nurturing current leaders as well as seeking out new leaders throughout the year Serving as the co-leader in combined MS and HS youth programs/events. Fall Kick-Off; Fall Retreat; eXtreme Retreat; mission projects Serving as an assistant in certain church-wide programs and events. Community Fall Fest, Advent and Lenten programs, church wide mission events, and Vacation Bible School. Collaborating closely with other functions of the church, particularly the one’s that overlap with youth, i.e. 96:1 youth choir, exceptional children’s ministry, etc. Relational Ministry: Spending quality time with students and their families outside of church program on a weekly basis. With specific attention to those on the fringe or those who have become inactive. Leading at least one small group. Leading the middle school leadership team. Spending time with the middle school leaders outside of church programs on a bi-monthly basis. For encouragement, equipping, praying, and nurturing them. Investing in the students’ community through volunteering. Building relationships with other student-based ministries in the area. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities The Middle School Director should exhibit the following: Strong and growing faith in Jesus Christ and knowledge of the Scriptures Love for and ability to teach students as well as passion and ability to help students grow in faith and knowledge Ability to earn trust and respect of parents as well as offer them support Interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and the ability to handle several tasks simultaneously Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills Ability to befriend, recruit and nurture teachers and leaders Ability to use social media and technology as a tool for connection Support the mission and vision of Roswell Presbyterian Church as well as possess the ability to offer tactical implementation of the church’s strategic goals A commitment to the Reformed tradition Requirements Ability to lift 100 lbs and move youth supplies and equipment when needed Must pass a background check, to include a clean driving record Must pass a drug screen Preferred Qualifications Experience in youth work and possessing a bachelor’s degree is preferred
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Director of Youth Ministry PURPOSE:
To oversee a program for those in middle school, where the goal is to move these students toward becoming disciples of Christ. STATUS:
Exempt; Full-Time PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Administration: Working, communicating, reporting, and planning with youth team specifically and staff team generally. Planning specifically the curriculum and teaching components for middle school programs. Participating and leading meetings Program Directors, Youth staff, discipleship staff, youth council and discipleship council, Session Communicating with the leaders of the middle school programs on a regular basis Encouraging, coaching, resourcing, praying and loving them. Communicating with the parents of the middle schoolers on a regular basis Carry out other duties/tasks as may be assigned by supervisor in accordance with youth program requirements, directives, initiatives, etc. Serving as the principal creator, planner, and leader in all middle school programs as well as developing current and prospective leaders for middle school ministry. Programs such as: Sunday morning, small groups, outreach events, and Confirmation Annual events: Confirmation Retreat; mission trip; summer camp Training and nurturing current leaders as well as seeking out new leaders throughout the year Serving as the co-leader in combined MS and HS youth programs/events. Fall Kick-Off; Fall Retreat; eXtreme Retreat; mission projects Serving as an assistant in certain church-wide programs and events. Community Fall Fest, Advent and Lenten programs, church wide mission events, and Vacation Bible School. Collaborating closely with other functions of the church, particularly the one’s that overlap with youth, i.e. 96:1 youth choir, exceptional children’s ministry, etc. Relational Ministry: Spending quality time with students and their families outside of church program on a weekly basis. With specific attention to those on the fringe or those who have become inactive. Leading at least one small group. Leading the middle school leadership team. Spending time with the middle school leaders outside of church programs on a bi-monthly basis. For encouragement, equipping, praying, and nurturing them. Investing in the students’ community through volunteering. Building relationships with other student-based ministries in the area. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities The Middle School Director should exhibit the following: Strong and growing faith in Jesus Christ and knowledge of the Scriptures Love for and ability to teach students as well as passion and ability to help students grow in faith and knowledge Ability to earn trust and respect of parents as well as offer them support Interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and the ability to handle several tasks simultaneously Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills Ability to befriend, recruit and nurture teachers and leaders Ability to use social media and technology as a tool for connection Support the mission and vision of Roswell Presbyterian Church as well as possess the ability to offer tactical implementation of the church’s strategic goals A commitment to the Reformed tradition Requirements Ability to lift 100 lbs and move youth supplies and equipment when needed Must pass a background check, to include a clean driving record Must pass a drug screen Preferred Qualifications Experience in youth work and possessing a bachelor’s degree is preferred
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