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Youth Ministry Coordinator

Long Grove , Illinois, United States

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Job Description:

Long Grove community church is currently looking to fill the position of Ascend Coordinator (Youth Ministry).

DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
The Ascend Coordinator is to Oversee and lead Sunday evening Ascend Youth Ministry and Oversee Sunday morning Student Led Bible Study.

VALUE STATEMENT:
“That every person have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. That this relationship cause every person to become more like Him, to make disciples who will then develop other disciples. That, relying on Jesus Christ the Lord, through His Holy Spirit, every person in the body will be united and held together, building up the body of Christ in love as each one does his or her own part. Further, it is the vision of this church to equip people, empowered by the Holy Spirit, to serve one another and to take the Good News of Jesus to this community and beyond.”

As we summarize the essentials for all staff members, we look specifically to three criteria: Character, Competency and Chemistry. Godly Character is what describes the developed attributes of a new creature in Christ. Competency defines the gifts and abilities from Christ needed to do the job. Chemistry is the importance of assimilating with the rest of the staff and body of Christ. All of the above are essential.

The essential CHARACTER qualities desired follows:
•Passion for God and People: As seen in their vision, personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, relationship to others, and desire to see people come to faith.
•Maturity in Christ: As evidenced by the fruit of the Spirit and demonstrated track record with present and past relationships.
•Wisdom in the Ways of God and Man: As demonstrated by their methods, both past and present, in dealing with difficulties and obstacles.
•A Servant’s Heart: As seen in the way he/she lives his/her life inside and outside of his/her formal job description.
•Servant Leader: As demonstrated by the way he/she recognizes and values the contributions of different members of the body.

The gifts and abilities that identify COMPETENCY are:
•Leadership: Knowing where God is leading and the capacity to bring others along.
•Vision: Articulating direction so that people are impassioned and energized to follow. Self starter and initiator of ideas and activities.
•Discipleship: Described by past and present disciples who are now actively serving God and discipling others.
•Training: Equipping others so they are resourced and empowered to walk more fully in their gifts and abilities.
•Communication: Teaching, speaking and listening clearly, relevantly and biblically.
•Team Player: Understands and exhibits strong team building skills as well as performs well as a team player. Must enjoy accomplishing goals through teamwork. Gifted working with volunteers and staff.

The specific duties to be performed by the individual in this position require a high level of CHEMISTRY with other staff and leadership. The individual must demonstrate the ability to get along with a wide range of personalities. Specific responsibilities are contained in attachment A. You are expected to average approximately 12 hours per week. You may work at home or on-site for planning and preparation. This position reports to the Senior Pastor.

Educational and Experience Requirements:
•Youth Ministry experience desirable
•Youth Ministry education desirable

Specific Responsibilities:
•Oversee and lead Sunday evening Ascend Youth Ministry (grades 6-12) which meets on Sunday evenings from 6-8 PM.
•Oversee Sunday morning Student Led Bible Study (meets on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays .. (Sunday morning presence not required).

Scope of Ministry Responsibilities:
•Determine personal goals for your work with the youth.. (to be approved by the Senior Pastor).
•Carry out and achieve annual Ministry Plan and Goals.
•Maintain the e-mail data base for Ascend.
•Contact students and parents with weekly information regarding upcoming Ascend meetings and events as well as any information regarding Student-Led Bible Study.
•Provide regular communication to the Church Office, as needed. For any public announcement, follow the parameters of Long Grove Community Church Policy.
•Plan and provide for weekly Ascend meetings and experiences.
•Lead, instruct, and team with Ascend ministry assistants.
•Provide teaching curriculum to Student Leaders for the Student-Led Bible Study (1st,3rd, & 5th Sundays) from on-line curriculum source, (StudentLifeBibleStudy.com).
•Provide oversight and coaching to Student Led Bible Study Leaders.
• Expenses are to be approved by Senior Pastor prior to expenditure. Reimbursement will require a receipt.
•Meet with Senior Pastor and the Parent Ministry Team for planning purposes, as required.
•Develop relationships with the youth outside of Sunday Ascend, following the parameters of Long Grove Community Church Policy.

Accountability: Oversight by Senior Pastor
To include:Long Grove community church is currently looking to fill the position of Ascend Coordinator (Youth Ministry).

To apply for this position please EMAIL your Resume and Cover Letter.