Middle School/High School Youth Ministry Coordinator
Position Title: Youth Ministries Coordinator (Grades 6-12)
Accountable to: Senior Pastor
Reports to: Pastors, Staff Parish Relations Committee, Administrative Council
Purpose of Position: Work with the other staff and pastors to develop the opportunities for all persons to become a part of the ministries of First United Methodist Church; with special emphasis on fostering the relationships of First United Methodist’s youth with Christ, the church, parents, peers, and significant adults.
Essential Functions of Youth Ministry
- Specifically develop youth ministry programs for youth in 6th through 12th grades through Sunday School, Youth Fellowship, small groups, participation in district and conference youth activities, mission trips, volunteerism, and special events.
- Encourage student participation in the life of the church locally and through district and conference opportunities.
- Oversee the youth music worship team and their leadership.
- Organize and oversee youth fundraisers to assist youth with expenses for participating in mission trips/special events.
- Communicate with organizations, people, and resources in the community that relate to youth and seek to connect the congregation with the community for a strong program.
- Recruit, train, and oversee volunteers in high school youth ministries.
- Promote the understanding of Christian vocation in daily life in working with youth in building understanding of God’s call for all Christians.
- Connect with parents of high school youth individually and as a part of a youth planning team.
- Develop computer and technical resources for youth ministries, (e.g. e-mail list to contact youth, youth web page for youth activities).
- Make contact with youth at community and school events.
- Work closely with staff working with the children’s ministry in order to maintain a seamless and cohesive approach to faith development.
- Work with pastors and staff to accomplish the vision statement of First United Methodist Church by participation in program planning meetings and weekly staff meetings.
- Attend the monthly Administrative Council meetings and other meetings as requested or needed.
- Other duties as assigned
Essential Knowledge, Experience, and Abilities:
- Ability to relate to persons of all ages
- Good public relations skills
- A strong Christian faith in the Wesleyan tradition
- Familiarity with available curriculum and resource for youth and adults
Essential Education, Certification, and/or Licenses:
- Post-secondary education or equivalent experience preferred
- Qualified for Safe Gatherings Certification