Job Purpose:

The Director of Youth Ministries is responsible for directing the development and continuation of youth education for the spiritual development of youth of the church. In this position, the Director of Youth Ministries shall seek to foster a strong education program through building relationships with parents, students, volunteers, and church leadership that strengthens and nurtures young disciples of Jesus Christ. Further, the Director of Youth Ministries collaborates with the Director of Children and Family Ministries to fulfill the church mission of taking Christ into our lives, and out into the world.

Job Responsibilities:

Plan, develop, implement, and supervise all aspects of a balanced youth ministry program (grades 7th-12th) specifically in the areas of discipleship, worship, team building, mission, and outreach
Tailor the youth program (i.e. curriculum, music, games, events, retreats, and mission trips) according to a Wesleyan theology that aligns with the doctrine and polity of The United Methodist Church as detailed in The Book of Discipline
Identify and create a clear pathway to Christian discipleship
Facilitate and lead Sunday morning and evening youth programing
Develop written short and long-term goals for the youth program
Build impactful relationships with parents and students
Recruit, educate, and equip adult volunteers to actively participate in youth ministry
Maintain a safe and high-quality ministry environment; ensure compliance with Ministry Safe and church background standards for all young-adult and adult volunteers
Escalate any concerns and potential conflicts to the Senior Pastor in a timely manner
Partner with the Director of Children’s Ministries to invite and welcome new confirmands into the youth program ensuring a smooth transition to the next stage of discipleship growth
Guide graduating high school seniors into young adult ministries as the next stage of discipleship growth
Pray for and with students, parents, and youth leaders
Serve as youth minister out in the community, being available to youth and parents in a variety of ways (attendance at extracurricular activities, responding to youth-related crises, conduct hospital visits, etc.)
Promote the youth program through various mediums and social media platforms
Miscellaneous
Attend and actively participate in staff and church meetings
Serve as a member of the Church Council
Serve as point of contact for youth-related topics, issues, and committees
Assist with Sunday worship services as needed
Other duties as assigned

Job Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in social sciences, family and childhood education, or religious studies preferred
Academic and/or specialized training in youth ministry preferred
A minimum of 3 years’ experience working with youth (grades 7th-12th) required
Proven track record of effective leadership and sound judgment required
Demonstrate spiritual maturity and “good” moral character required
A sense of call and a passion for working with youth required
Strong desire to encourage multi-generational fellowship required
Strong public speaking skills required
Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills (with adults and children) required
Sound understanding of Wesleyan theology required
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, planning, and organizing required
Sound judgment and problem-solving skills required
Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality of sensitive information required
Proven reliability and dependability required
Proven ability to manage time effectively required
Proven ability to handle changes, delays and unexpected events required
Proven ability to communicate effectively via email and in person required
Work independently in the absence of supervision required
Some travel required (retreats, summer camps, mission trips, etc.)
Willingness to grow and adapt to changes in a growing local church required
This position requires sitting, walking, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting up to 50 pounds as needed to fulfill job duties and requirements

Job Status:

Part-time

Recruiting Point of Contact:

Rev. Sandy Heard, pastor

Christ United Methodist Church is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Part-time

Base Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 20 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dallas, TX 75234

Christ United Methodist Church

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