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Position Title: Youth Director (Part-Time - 20 hours/wk)

General Responsibilities: The role of Youth Director involves more than organizing events, it

includes building relationships, fostering a welcoming environment, and helping young people

understand and grow in their faith.

Essential Responsibilities:

● Build Relationships with youth (grades 6th - 12th) for the purpose of providing them with

spiritual encouragement and guidance.

● Create engaging youth programming that is relevant to their lives and helps them

deepen their relationship with Christ and grow in their understanding of the scriptures.

● Be an active presence in the community to identify and bring in additional youth in need

of spiritual support and belonging.

● Encourage and train youth to use their individual gifts to participate actively in the full life

and worship of the church including: reading scripture on Sunday, working in the tech

booth, participating in praise band, participating in service projects, etc.

● Identify when youth need individualized support, counseling or crisis assistance. Extend

support in a compassionate and professional manner and make referrals when warranted.

● Support youth by attending and recognizing personal events in their lives.

● Promote and participate in regional youth events including going with youth to Camp

Christian during the summer (1 or 2 weeks)

● Attend weekly worship services and monthly board meetings.

● Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies:

● Effective Relationship Builder - Have a good understanding of the issues teens face, a

sincere desire to help them grow and the ability to engage in a relatable, fun and caring way.

● Committed to personal spiritual growth - Engage in regular and consistent personal spiritual practices

● Communication Skills - Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills, including the

ability to recruit volunteers and serve as a worship leader

● Organizational Skills - Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and delegate

● Team Work - Ability to collaborate with staff and volunteers to incorporate ideas and

work together to formulate plans and solutions

● Serve as a Role Model - Model through your own words and actions the Christlike

behavior you expect of the youth

● Confidentiality - Ability to maintain confidentiality

Requirements:

● Valid driver’s license and insurability

● Ability to travel for overnight stays including 2 weeks as a summer camp counselor

● Must pass a background check

Climate: First Christian Church seeks to foster faith, compassion and community. We expect our

staff and volunteers to exhibit respect, kindness, humility, forgiveness and love.

For further questions or to submit resume, please contact Roger Wright at youthdirsearch@fccwadsworth.org