OUR VISION
THE VISION OF THE RIVER CHURCH IS TO BRING KINGDOM COMMUNITY TO WHERE WE LIVE WORK AND PLAY, SO THAT OTHERS CAN KNOW GOD. IT IS EXPECTED THAT THE YOUTH PASTOR WILL OPERATE THE YOUTH MINISTRY WITHIN THAT VISION
PURPOSE
THE YOUTH PASTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE VISION, STRATEGY AND TACTICAL ELEMENTS FOR ALL PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES AND EDUCATIONAL ASPECTS RELATED TO YOUTH MINISTRY AT THE RIVER CHURCH, FULFILLING THE MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES OF TRC. SPECIFICALLY, THE YOUTH PASTOR SEEKS TO ACCOMPLISH THE GREAT COMMISSION (GO AND MAKE DISCIPLES) WITHIN THE YOUTH MINISTRY AT THE RIVER CHURCH. We want to see students graduate from our ROOTS program with their own tools of how to grow in their relationship with God. Students who are grounded in their faith, confident in their walk with God, and are able to share with or encourage their peers.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES **
HIGH SCHOOL, MIDDLE SCHOOL
OVERSEE CREATIVE PLANNING
COORDINATE, RECRUIT AND TRAIN HS/MS MINISTRY LEADERSHIP TEAM
TEACH WEEKLY MIDWEEK PROGRAMS & SUNDAY MORNINGS
ORGANIZE AND MANAGE YOUTH MISSION TRIPS / CAMPS
BUILD RELATIONSHIPS WITH YOUTH AND THEIR FAMILIES
CREATE A DISCIPLESHIP CULTURE *see purpose
ENGAGE WITH YOUTH OUTSIDE OF MINISTRY SETTINGS (SCHOOL SPORTS, ETC.)
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
WORK CLOSELY WITH KIDS MINISTRY LEADER AND VOLUNTEERS
DEVELOP AN ASSIMILATION PROCESS FOR 5TH GRADERS GRADUATION
OUTREACH
ASSIST IN THE DEVELOPMENT, ORGANIZATION, AND IMPLEMENTATION OF CHURCH-WIDE EVENTS
ESTABLISH A HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP WITH DURANGO SCHOOL DISTRICT
ADMINISTRATION
MANAGE YOUR BUDGET
MANAGE YOUTH LEADERSHIP TEAM
MANAGE YOUTH SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS
MANAGE YOUTH ATTENDANCE
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
ACTIVE PARTICIPATION IN WEEKLY CHURCH SERVICE
BE WILLING TO GROW AS A PREACHER
READY TO LEARN COMPUTER SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS: GOOGLE DOCS, PLANNING CENTER, TITHE.LY, SOCIAL MEDIA (BONUS: PHOTOSHOP & FINAL CUT PRO)
HELP KEEP FACILITIES CLEAN
HELP WITH GENERAL FACILITY SET-UP DAYS
MEETINGS
ATTEND WEEKLY LEADERSHIP MEETINGS
ATTEND DISTRICT GATHERINGS
EXPERIENCE
2-3 YEARS EXPERIENCE WORKING IN YOUTH MINISTRY SETTINGS
PREFER UPPER LEVER EDUCATION B.A. COLLEGE
QUALIFICATIONS ++
THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF INTEGRITY AND GODLY CHARACTER IS THE MOST IMPORTANT TRAIT. THIS MUST be clearly visible in the candidate’s lifestyle, carefully protected through transparent accountability and firmly held boundaries, and it must be time-tested by a time-tested history of verifiable spiritual formation. additionally this person must:
Display a growing relationship with Jesus Christ evidenced by action, attitude and behavior.
Regularly give time, talent, and treasure – committing to servanthood, volunteerism, and tithing.
LOVE FOR TEENS AND FAMILIES
Be in shape spiritually, mentally and emotionally.
Agree with our Vision, Constitution, Bylaws, and Statement of Faith.
Teach God’s Word in an accurate, compelling and age-specific manner.
Ability to engage at a philosophical and Socratic level with non-believing youth.
Possess strong leadership characteristics and use skills to train, equip and inspire.
Ability to take direction and receive feedback.
Ability to initiate and complete tasks without prompting.
POSSES THE ABILITY TO UNDERSTAND AND TO KEEP CURRENT ON ISSUES RELATED TO SAFETY AND SECURITY RESULTING IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ASSOCIATED ACTIVITIES AND SAFEGUARDS
Relationally strong and recognizes the importance of people over programs.
High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
High attention to detail in planning.
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