Youth Director

Youth Director - Job Description

LifeBridge Church

Part-time hourly, 18-20 hours per week.

Mostly in-person responsibilities, especially on Sundays (Services and Evening programs) and Staff Meetings

1. RESPONSIBILITIES

Engage Teens and Families at LifeBridge

> Connect with families and teens on Sunday Mornings in services and programming (including the pre-teen Bridge Kids program)

> Be present and participate in family-inclusive events at LifeBridge (Baptism, Trunk or Treat, Cookouts, etc.)

> Reasonably connect with teens and families at community events (sports games, graduations, camp, etc)

> Collaborate with the Bridge Kids Director to develop pathways for family engagement

Develop and Execute Teen Programming

> Work with the Pastor of Ministries and existing volunteers to develop and create teen programming with a focus on discipleship and positive childhood experiences

> Utilize and implement Orange curriculum

> Organizes and manages necessary details for positive outcomes

> Manage the youth budget

> Identify roadblocks, anticipate needs, and provide solutions.

>Lead camp scholarship application process

>Lead Lake Ann Camp week 5 process

Champion Leadership: No Solos, No Silos

> Utilize existing volunteers and recruit new leaders and team members for teen programming and events

> Respond positively and punctually to needs and requests expressed through phone calls, emails, written notes, and personal conversations.

> Uses clear oral and written communication skills to increase alignment and further mission.

> Attend staff meetings and collaborate with staff on church programming

2. QUALIFICATIONS

CHARACTER

> Responsible and reliable

> Positive attitude and pleasant demeanor

> Trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality

> Self-starter who can initiate solutions

> Emotionally healthy and self-aware 

> Strong interpersonal skills

CHEMISTRY

> Team player who works collaboratively

> Fits well with staff and culture.

> Pursues unity and conflict resolution in a biblical manner

> Demonstrates interpersonal skills

> Aligns with church mission, vision, and values.

COMPETENCE

> Efficient, detailed, and organized

> Use time and resources wisely and effectively

> Able to manage multiple projects and programs

> Consistently sees tasks to completion

> Willing to address obstacles and solve problems

> Excels in oral and written communication

> Aware of Teen Developmental Needs

> Strategic engagement with difficult and high-needs students

3. REQUIREMENTS

EXPERIENCE: Previous work experience in a youth-related environment required, church environment preferred

EDUCATION: High school diploma required, additional education preferred

SKILLS: Training and experience with church tools and programs preferred

BODY LIFE: Must demonstrate qualities of a disciple of Jesus Christ. Must be involved in LifeBridge with regular Sunday worship attendance

RESIDENCE: Living in/near South Haven preferred

4. RELATIONSHIPS

Hired by:  Lead Pastor

Reports to: Pastor of Ministries

Primary Work Relationships: Students, Families, and Ministry Team

Secondary Work Relationships: Staff, Congregants

Other Work Relationships: Other Water’s Edge, Community, Vendors

Participate on: Staff Team, Water’s Edge Cohorts (as needed)