Director of Youth Ministries

Covenant Theological SeminaryChapin, SC
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About The Position

The Director of Student Ministry is responsible for leading the Youth Ministry (grades 7-12) of Chapin Presbyterian Church (CPC) to encourage and equip them towards their relationship with Christ and extend the ministry beyond the church. The mission of Chapin Presbyterian Church is to magnify Christ in hearts, homes, and the world.

Requirements

  • A commitment to the Christian faith with a desire to deepen and mature your relationship with the Triune God.
  • An excitement and interest in teaching youth about the Triune God.
  • Proven ability to work effectively with youth, parents, diverse individuals, and teams of volunteers.
  • Bible College, Youth Ministry or equivalent theological education. Appropriate Bachelors Level Degree or equivalent will be considered if candidate demonstrates sufficient experience or training in Christian ministry.
  • Understanding of Presbyterian polity, worship, and theology, or the willingness to learn.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, conflict management, and computer skills.

Responsibilities

  • Create a dynamic, meaningful, and safe atmosphere for spiritual growth among students 7th-12th grade.
  • Establish meaningful personal relationships with the students of the congregation and community as a whole by investing in their lives.
  • Recruit, inspire, train, empower and equip ministry volunteers to support the vision of the student ministry, as well as coordinate ministry volunteer scheduling.
  • Lead and guide the Student Ministry Committee for planning, collaborating, calendaring, and accountability in your role.
  • Develop leadership with the Student Ministry using older students to plan and implement different ministry aspects.
  • Connect with local school administrators and build a presence on local campuses.
  • Strategically develop formation events including but not limited to Sunday School, Youth Group, Bible Studies, Mission Trips, Service Projects and Conferences.
  • Coordinate alongside your Student Ministry Team/Summer Interns to assist in a summer schedule of events.
  • Coordinate the Student Ministry plans with yearly plans of the whole Church.
  • Utilize social media for connection and communication with students and parents in an appropriate godly manner.
  • Prepare written communications and updates regarding Student Ministry for parents and church family.
  • Create an effective informational network to communicate schedules and responsibilities to ministry volunteers.
  • Maintain the Student Page of the church website with assistance from the Office Coordinator.
  • Prepare and administer budget within the established guidelines and in compliance with the CPC policies and procedures.
  • Oversee the safety of youth while in programming at church, as well as the care of all church facilities.
  • Ensure proper background checks for all youth ministry volunteers prior to their participation in accordance to our Child and Youth Protection Policy.
  • Assist the church office with maintaining necessary student records.
  • Be under the direct supervision and report directly to the Pastor of Discipleship.
  • Assist the Pastoral Team with ministry care as it relates to youth ministry.
  • Work in close cooperation with staff, Session, and other leadership teams.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.
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