Chester County YoungLives Coordinator

Young Life•West Chester, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Chester County Young Life is looking for a YoungLives staff person in a pivotal part of the region. Chester County YoungLives staff would be responsible for directly overseeing and building the Chester County YoungLives club in Coatesville, and working towards growth in adding new Clubs within the county. There is significant ministry happening in Chester County, with plenty of opportunity to introduce more teen parents to the hope of the Gospel of Jesus.

Requirements

Commitment to a growing relationship with Christ
Ability to communicate Young Life’s mission and vision
Proven relational skills with both adolescents and adults
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Self-motivated
Willing and able to understand the unique issues teen parents face. Trauma Informed
Goal-oriented
Proven leadership skills
Ability to travel as the job requires
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred
Bilingual preferred (if not, open to working across languages)

Responsibilities

Connect with and build relationships with teen parents
Recruit, train, and mentor volunteers
Plan monthly team meetings, Clubs, and Bible Studies
Go to camp with teen moms & their babies in the summer
Recruit and lead a Committee (board) that lends support for the work
Meet with Chester County YL Staff weekly for support, encouragement, and growth
Monthly meetings with YoungLives staff in the Greater Philadelphia area
Raise financial support and care for current donors who support the work
Establish relationships in the Chester County area, including but not limited to key connections like Nurse Family Partnership, Young Parents Program, ConnectCare, and Chester County OBGYN.
Develop relationships with local schools, organizations, and agencies
Attend training monthly with the Regional YLVS Coordinator