Youth Ministry Director at Fort Jackson, South Carolina
About The Position
The Youth Ministry Director leads and oversees the Young Life Military program, known as Club Beyond, at a military installation. The program is ecumenically focused and outreach oriented, serving teenagers from active-duty military families. Staff build relationships with teens and adults and create a safe, Christ-centered community where teens can form friendships, develop hope and resilience, and explore their identity and purpose. The role requires living near the community where ministry is conducted and embracing a military culture shaped by frequent turnover among teens, families, chaplains, and volunteers. The position is available as full-time or part-time, with openings at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, and other U.S. and international locations.
Requirements
- Deep love for Christ and for lost teens.
- Competent communicator with youths, parents, and senior military leaders.
- Teachable heart.
- Willingness to make a three-year commitment.
- Willingness to raise part of the budget through personal support.
- Commitment to a relational ministry approach.
- Energetic.
- Small event planning skills.
- Strong initiative.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of three years of youth ministry experience preferred.
- College degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop healthy relationships with adults and teens and build relationships with the local community, military installation, and chapel community.
- Serve as an incarnational role model and help develop community outreach to unchurched teens.
- Provide discipleship to Christian teens.
- Lead and equip volunteers to deliver hands-on middle and high school Christian youth programs.
- Adapt to high turnover among teens, families, chaplains, and volunteers due to military operational tempo.
- Live out Club Beyond’s core values: Christ-centered community, military focus, incarnational methods, ecumenical perspective, strategic partnerships, professionalism, and excellence in stewardship.
- Live near the community where ministry is conducted.
Benefits
- Full health coverage, including dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Expense reimbursement for office- and ministry-related mileage.
- Training and career development built into the job.
- Cost of Living Adjustment based on location.
- Annual national funding of $16,667.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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