Staff Associate - Greater Findlay

Young Life • Findlay, OH

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About The Position

The Staff Associate position at Young Life in Greater Findlay involves working alongside a dedicated committee to reach students in the area. The role is designed to provide both formal training and direct field ministry experience, enabling the associate to effectively carry out and manage Young Life ministry. The position emphasizes spiritual development, leadership development, resource development, direct ministry, and ministry support, all aimed at fostering a vibrant spiritual life and community engagement.

Requirements

• Experience in direct ministry.
• Proven relational skills with both kids and adults.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop a yearly personal growth plan that fosters a vibrant spiritual life including time for solitude, retreat, reflection, prayer, and a sincere commitment to understanding God's Word.
• Seek and maintain relationships and disciplines within a church community.
• Actively participate in the spiritual life of the Young Life community.
• Lead teams and individuals in spiritual development.
• Meet with volunteer leaders and area leadership regularly.
• Recruit and train new leaders to build a leadership team that reflects the community.
• Model excellence in contact work, club, Campaigners, and camping to other leaders.
• Assist in training leaders and committee members on effective teamwork and ministry strategy.
• Raise financial support and maintain good donor care practices.
• Communicate ministry updates to personal donor partners.
• Network and develop strategic relationships with key adults in the community.
• Plan and execute area fundraising events under supervision.
• Engage in all three levels of contact work.
• Lead a team to plan and conduct Young Life club and Campaigners/discipleship ministry.
• Implement a summer and school-season camping strategy for the ministry.
• Serve on a summer assignment at a Young Life camp each year.
• Adhere to Young Life policies and procedures and maintain professionalism.
• Manage finances with stewardship, accountability, and transparency.
• Maintain accurate information on kids, leaders, and donors.
• Provide clear and professional communication to all involved in ministry.
• Set yearly strategic ministry plans and review them regularly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree