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11/12/2019
Youth & Family Director (part-time)
Christ Lutheran Church, Athens
Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church (CLC) seeks to fill a part-time Youth & Family Director position.
The director in partnership with the congregation will focus on faith formation of children and youth in the congregation and community. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in youth ministry, education, family studies or a similar field. CLC is located on Mill St in Athens, OH
Commitment: 20-25 hours per week
Qualifications:
• Strong Christian commitment with the desire to lead and mentor youth in the Christian faith
• Knowledge of child development and family systems
• Ability to disciple/coach/teach/mentor youth
• Strong leadership, initiative and organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of and ability to establish appropriate boundaries
• Creative, flexible, and enthusiastic in relating to youth
• Able to work in a team atmosphere with Pastor, congregation, youth and parents
• Available Sunday mornings to develop relationships and teach
• Willing/able to receive outside training, and on-the-job training
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Job Responsibilities:
1. In cooperation with the Youth Committee plan, advertise, and execute monthly events for high school, middle school and elementary youth intermingling education, service, and fun.
2. Be an active advocate for the youth of Christ Lutheran.
3. Encourage and communicate with youth/families regularly
4. Coordinate Vacation Bible School
5. Coordinate Sunday school class for elementary children
6. Develop a volunteer base-recruit and equip congregational members to assist with youth activities (hosting, chaperoning, driving, etc.)
7. Meet with Pastor and Youth Committee regularly
8. Maintain a general monthly account of time appropriations.
Candidates must be willing to complete a background safety.
To apply: Submit a cover letter, resume and reference list to Donna Russell, rusd0880@gmail.com
