Director/Minister of Youth & Families

Covenant Theological Seminary•Valrico, FL

62d•$30,000 - $59,000•Onsite

About The Position

Primary Responsibilities Leadership & Vision 1. Develop and implement comprehensive discipleship strategies for children, youth, and families. 2. Connect family ministries with the church's mission and core values. 3. Provide spiritual leadership, vision, and oversight to ministry leaders and volunteers. Children's & Youth Ministry Engagement 1. Oversee curriculum selection and implementation for children's and youth programs. 2. Ensure safe and engaging environments for age-appropriate spiritual development. 3. Plan and coordinate special events, Vacation Bible School, outreach opportunities, and local/domestic/ international missions. Volunteer Recruitment & Development 1. Recruit, train, and equip volunteers to serve in children's, youth and family ministries. 2. Foster a culture of teamwork, spiritual growth, and accountability. Digital Engagement 1. Develop and adapt digital content for at-home discipleship, including written, audio, and video material. 2. Involve children and youth, where appropriate, in content production and distribution. 3. Effectively utilize social media and other platforms to support current families and reach new audiences. Pastoral Care & Discipleship 1. Provide pastoral care in partnership with clergy to children, youth, and families as needed. 2. Development of mentorship and discipleship programs for students. 3. Provide resources, training, and encouragement to help parents disciple their children and youth. 4. Help parents engage with community through participation in our ministries. Secondary Responsibilities 1. Assist with church-wide events, outreach initiatives, and community engagement. 2. Manage budgets, policies, and administrative tasks related to family ministries. 3. Collaborate with other church staff to integrate family ministry with the broader church vision. 4. Stay updated on best practices and trends in family ministry through conferences, training, and networking. 5. Follow diocesan safety guidelines, ensuring safe practices in all children and youth activities. 6. Maintain established leadership structure and patterns of ministry.

Requirements

3+ years of experience working with youth, children, and families.
Align with our Episcopal traditions in worship and teaching as described in The 1979 Book of Common Prayer.
Strong leadership and volunteer development skills.
Ability to teach Scripture and sacramental concepts in an appropriate age setting.
Strong organizational ability, excellent verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and activities while meeting deadlines.
Personal initiative, creativity, and innovative thinking.
Skills in developing and implementing ministry strategies for personal growth and development of children and youth.
Wisdom to know how and when to set boundaries to protect individuals and the integrity of programs.
Excellent digital communication and technology skills, knowledge and use of social media in ministry, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace apps.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive discipleship strategies for children, youth, and families.
Connect family ministries with the church's mission and core values.
Provide spiritual leadership, vision, and oversight to ministry leaders and volunteers.
Oversee curriculum selection and implementation for children's and youth programs.
Ensure safe and engaging environments for age-appropriate spiritual development.
Plan and coordinate special events, Vacation Bible School, outreach opportunities, and local/domestic/ international missions.
Recruit, train, and equip volunteers to serve in children's, youth and family ministries.
Foster a culture of teamwork, spiritual growth, and accountability.
Develop and adapt digital content for at-home discipleship, including written, audio, and video material.
Involve children and youth, where appropriate, in content production and distribution.
Effectively utilize social media and other platforms to support current families and reach new audiences.
Provide pastoral care in partnership with clergy to children, youth, and families as needed.
Development of mentorship and discipleship programs for students.
Provide resources, training, and encouragement to help parents disciple their children and youth.
Help parents engage with community through participation in our ministries.
Assist with church-wide events, outreach initiatives, and community engagement.
Manage budgets, policies, and administrative tasks related to family ministries.
Collaborate with other church staff to integrate family ministry with the broader church vision.
Stay updated on best practices and trends in family ministry through conferences, training, and networking.
Follow diocesan safety guidelines, ensuring safe practices in all children and youth activities.
Maintain established leadership structure and patterns of ministry.