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JOB SUMMARY
The primary purpose of the youth minister is to introduce young people to Christ, disciple them in spiritual growth, and train them to serve Christ with their lives. Equally important is assisting parents or guardians in raising their teenagers to a wholesome maturity. Finally, the youth minister provides leadership, oversight, and support for the activities of young people in our Christian Education/Youth program.
Report to: Minister & Elders for SSCOC
Position(s) Youth Minister w/multi-purpose functioning
Supervision
Minimum Qualifications Required
● Must be married and have children that will fit in with our youth group.
● Must faithfully pursue leadership characteristics as listed in 1 Tim.3.
● He must see his position as having a strong desire to serve God in the position.
● Experience preferred with a Youth Program. A thorough knowledge of the Bible is essential.
● Must have knowledge and skill in the philosophy, psychology, and principles of Christian education. Experience is preferred in an established, successful youth program.
● Must demonstrate genuine love and maintain a good rapport with young people.
● Must be sensitive to the needs and pressures of teens with a knowledge of possible solutions.
● Must be able to teach, train, and disciple youth workers (Ability to build a team).
● Must be in good physical and mental health.
● Must be able to exercise initiative and judgment as an independent worker.
● Must possess organizational and administration abilities.
● Must be able to respond to changing needs throughout the daily and weekly schedule.
● Must be multi-faceted and can work in other areas of the Church.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
GENERAL
● Participate in worship services when requested.
● Attend Sunday School, worship services, and other events of the church.
● Assist the education minister and team in ensuring our youth participate in our education program.
● Assist with our children’s worship when needed.
● Continue growth and development through conferences, reading, and exchange of ideas with others.
PROGRAM OVERSIGHT
● Provide oversight of middle school and high school youth and youth staff. Assure youth groups maintain a balanced program of spiritual, physical, and social growth.
● Be acquainted with the personal lives of the young people (either directly or through the "Youth Staff"). For example, visit homes, attend school events, and make hospital visits. This also includes being aware of current youth development and culture.
● Foster open communication with parents/guardians primarily through youth staff, or by other means of communication.
● Assure every youth activity focuses entirely on building mature youth of the church. Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to Youth Groups and Youth Sunday Worship.
● Assure the "church youth" are taught and charged with their responsibility to outreach.
● Assure training and regular involvement of youth in church ministry.
● Assures proper care of facilities used by youth programs.
LEADERSHIP TRAINING
● Maintain effective leadership for each youth program. Provide support and assistance as required.
● Provide formal (structured) and informal (by example) leadership training for the youth staff.
● Provide formal and informal forums for frequent communication, encouragement, and evaluation to the youth staff. As the coach, create a team atmosphere.
● Oversee, with youth staff, the identification of youth with leadership potential and ensure opportunities are given for development.
● Evaluate and make recommendations concerning teaching materials and methods used in all the youth programs, while at the same time respecting the thoughts of your youth staff.
● Be an advisor/resource for all youth leaders throughout SSCOC programs.
ADMINISTRATIVE
● Maintain a well-planned, carefully balanced program throughout the year coordinated with the church calendar of events.
● Assure responsibilities for all events (for example VBS, retreats, and special events) are delegated and understood by youth staff and youth.
● Pre-schedule all activities in their entirety, including post-activity plans. Publish the same to staff, parents, and youth in a timely fashion.
● Provide information and encourage attendance at Youth conferences.
● Assure report with the SSCOC Minister, Elders, and Youth Committee for mutual accountability.
● With the input and support of the youth ministry team, establish and maintain a philosophy of youth ministry and annual goals.
ACCOUNTABILITY FACTORS
● Attend monthly meetings with staff for prayer and planning.
● Attend monthly feedback sessions with Leadership when requested.
● Review and discuss annual job performance evaluation.
● Present vacation requests to the Elders at least two weeks in advance.
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