General Purpose of Position:
Help plan, develop, and implement all aspects of a balanced youth ministry in the areas of group building, worship, discipleship, mission, and outreach.
Primary Task:
1. Love youth as they are while encouraging them in developing their relationship with God.
2. Challenge youth to respond to God’s call to serve in their communities and world.
Responsibilities:
• Ensure that the “Safe Sanctuaries Policy” is observed in all youth ministry settings.
• Be an advocate for youth and educate the congregation about the hopes, concerns and needs of youth in the local church and community.
• Effectively communicate with church staff, leadership, parents, and the congregation in a timely manner using multiple resources.
• Support and guide the work of the Youth Council in an annual process of developing and evaluating the goals of the youth ministry and directing monthly planning sessions.
• Recruit and train volunteers to work with youth in all aspects of youth ministry and ensure adequate volunteer support and adult to youth ratios.
• Coordinate Sunday school curriculum for youth (grades 6-12) and recruit teachers in partnership with the Director of Christian Education.
• Plan and teach Confirmation classes in partnership with the pastor and mentors.
• Keep records of youth participation and manage the youth ministry budget.
• Organize and assist with fund raisers to support youth projects and activities.
• Maintain a teamwork mentality.
Qualifications and Aptitudes:
• Must embrace Christian discipline and United Methodist doctrine and theology.
• A bachelor’s degree in a related field is a minimum requirement. Professional Certi