Erie YL Paid Team Leader

Young Life•Longmont, CO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a part-time Team Leader position within Young Life, focusing on leading a team of volunteer leaders to conduct effective Young Life ministry at a specific school. The role involves discipleship, communication, and strategic planning to reach adolescents with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The Team Leader will mentor and guide volunteer leaders, foster a culture of community, and represent Young Life within the school community. This role requires a commitment to Young Life's Statement of Faith and its Christian mission.

Requirements

2 years experience as a Young Life leader (must have a firm understanding of the style of ministry Young Life does) OR experience with church youth group (Completion of YL Training).
Active faith in Jesus Christ/Active in local church.
Skill set/Strength Finders that point towards leadership and development of people.
Proven relational skills with both kids and adults.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Must sign a Statement of Faith.
Must profess a belief in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord.
Must subscribe to the statements and policies required of all Young Life staff.
Shall refrain from conduct and statements that detract from the biblical standards taught and supported by Young Life.
Shall abide by all policies and practices of Young Life including, without limitation, those related to religious belief or ministry activities.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Pray regularly for the leaders on your team and for the kids they know.
Recruit leaders to your team who are indigenous to the school community.
Meet with every leader on the team one-on-one.
Plan and execute clubs using ministry strategy.
Plan and execute groups/campaigners.
E-mail team weekly club/campaigners & other important info.
Participate/Delegate the running of club/campaigners to/with the team.
Be the ‘face’ of Young Life at the school you team lead for (meet with administration 1x/quarter).
Go with leaders to do contact work minimum 1x/week.
Be an integral part in on-boarding new leaders (go with them to teach them contact work, train them, build engagement with them).
Develop a culture of friendship/community with your team through spending time together.
Meet with respective director & other area team leaders for ongoing community and training and develop the ‘core competencies’ team leaders need to succeed.