Job Title: Director of Youth Ministries

Position Status: Full-Time

The Director of Youth & Family Ministries (DYFM) will utilize their expertise and creativity to develop and manage a faith formation program for our youth from preschool through high school and their families both in-person and digital ministries.

The primary responsibilities of the DYFM include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate and maintain communication with clergy, staff and related teams in the planning and implementation of children and youth ministry programs
• Exhibits flexibility and a high touch communication approach with children, youth and families
• Provide administrative support to the family ministries of PCW
• Recruit, develop, and train volunteers while cultivating a sense of community and care

• Research and select along with the Pastor appropriate Christian education materials and curricula for each age group, Age 4 – Grade 12
• Advises Youth Ministry in selection and administration of curricula.
• Ensures effective implementation of programs in a manner consistent with church policies and maintains effective record-keeping of attendance at functions.
• Develops leadership skills among the youth by recruiting, advising and encouraging youth volunteers.
• Attend regular meetings of The Presbyterian School (TPS) Parents Board and the Family Faith Formation Committee
• Partner with Communications Specialist to ensure proper awareness of ministries, both in targeted and broad approaches
• Perform any additional duties assigned by the Head of Staff or the Associate Pastor

Specific Responsibilities & Duties

• Worship
  • Coordinate the Children’s Moment
  • Youth and Holiday Services
  • Supervise Cribbery Staff

• Learn
  • Sunday School
  • Vacation Bible Camp
  • Bible Study
  • Confirmation Class

• Connect
  • Youth and Family Activities

• • • Fellowship
    • Breakfast Club
    • Retreats

• • Children and Families Activities

• • • Christmas Eve Family Service
    • Seasonal Fellowship Events
    • Develop Relationship with TPS Families

• Serve
  • Mission Projects

• • • High School and Middle School Mission Trips
    • Sunday School Mission Projects
    • Periodic/Seasonal Family Mission Projects
    • Agape Community Kitchen

Working Relationships

• The DYFM reports to the Head of Staff, the Associate Pastor and Personnel.
• The DYFM works closely with the Family Ministries Team, as well as other related ministries
• The DYFM works in a collegial and professional manner with all staff and volunteers to ensure a successful team that fulfills the Church mission

Qualifications                                                                                          

• A background in education, biblical studies, education theory or theology is required.
• A Youth Ministry certification (or equivalent certification) or work in progress is preferable
• An ability to recruit, organize and inspire volunteers to carry out the selected programs
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in social and digital media, along with being highly organized and motivating others is ideal.
• Experience with monitoring program budgets and tracking expenses is preferred.

If this sounds like you, email your CV/Resume to personnel@westfieldpc.org.