Director of Youth Ministry
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| Hours | Part-time |
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| Location | Rockford, Illinois |
About this job
Job Description
Job Description
A local church is seeking a part-time Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministry to support and grow our family ministry, with a focus on youth (middle school–high school) and college-aged young adults. This role partners closely with church staff and leadership to nurture faith, build Christ-centered relationships, and develop engaging ministry programs for families and young adults in our community. This is a Direct Hire position.
Schedule: 20 hours per week
Pay: $20.00
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee youth and young adult ministries
- Plan and coordinate weekly youth group meetings and bi-weekly young adult gatherings
- Teach or organize teaching teams for youth group, Sunday school, and confirmation
- Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers; ensure safety policies and background checks
- Plan special events, retreats, camps, service projects, and outreach opportunities
- Communicate regularly with students, young adults, families, and volunteers
- Maintain attendance records, schedules, and ministry resources
- Collaborate with staff on church-wide initiatives, outreach, and event promotion
- Attend staff meetings, council meetings, mentoring sessions, and required trainings
Qualifications
- Active and authentic Christian faith; alignment with church values
- Experience in youth, family, or related ministry
- Strong leadership, teaching, and relational skills with youth and adults
- Organized, proactive, and creative self-starter
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Desire to grow and adapt ministry models in a changing world
Additional Details
- This position is viewed as a calling, not just a job
- Must be an active member of the church or willing to become one
- Includes occasional evenings, weekends, trips, and events
If interested in the Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministry position, please apply directly to this posting. Call Courtney or Denessa, if already registered with FurstStaffing.
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