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Education / Work Experience Requirements
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Bachelor's Degree in Theology, Ministry, or related field - preferred*
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Responsibilities
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Youth Program Management and Development
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Plan, organize, and lead weekly Bible studies (Sunday school, youth group meetings), youth retreats, mission trips, service projects, and other special events.
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Encourage youth participation in church-wide events and activities
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Mentorship and Discipleship
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Provide spiritual guidance and mentorship to youth, helping them grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ
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Build strong relationships with youth, offering support and counseling as needed
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Work with volunteer leaders to assist with youth programs - identify and train
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Ministerial Care
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Offer pastoral care and counseling to youth, as well as their families, as needed
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Be available for spiritual guidance and support to youth outside of regular meeting times
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Work with church pastoral staff to address the spiritual needs of the youth
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Community and Parent Engagement
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Communicate regularly with parents on youth activities and to address any concerns
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Encourage parent involvement in youth ministry activities
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Build and foster relationships with local school personnel in order to reach out beyond the church
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Willing to work outside the walls of the church - sporting and community events, other - outside normal hours
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(regular time in school, community, and other venues where youth are active)
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Administration and Coordination
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Manage youth ministry budget and attendance
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Collaborate with church staff and leadership to integrate the youth ministry into the overall church mission
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Manage and maintain and active, appropriate, and visible presence on social media representing youth ministry
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Qualifications
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Strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ and commitment to the teachings of the Bible
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Previous experience working with youth in a ministerial setting
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Passion for reaching today's youth and growing their faith, as well as youth ministry program
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Strong leadership and communication skills
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Organizational skills
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Ability to relate to and inspire young people
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Current youth culture knowledge and awareness of challenges facing young people today
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FBC Youth Ministry, Renew, exists to equip students in pursuing Jesus, enable students to reach classmates and friends, and to see true life changes in the lives of students through faith in Jesus."
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