Youth Minister

Grand Avenue Christian Church (GACC) is excited to invite applicants for the position of Youth Minister. The successful candidate will join our staff team (under the oversight of our elders) to lead and shepherd the youth in our congregation. We are committed to following the Great Commission by glorifying God and making disciples. We encourage those with a love for God and a heart for shepherding the next generation to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·     Build discipling relationships with junior high and high school youth. Shepherd and care for these youth and the volunteers.

·     Develop a ministry strategy for helping our youth grow in love for Jesus and obedience to the great commission.

·     Recruit and train leaders and volunteers for youth discipleship events and special events.

·     Prepare and manage budget for youth ministry (6^th – high school) and children’s ministry.

·     Manage the research, distribution and allocation of the curriculum and supplies related to youth and children’s ministry.

·     Encourage and support volunteers planning and fellowship.

·     Plan and support youth special events including marketing efforts – website, social media, print materials, etc.

·     Participate in church staff meetings

·     Participate in, serve and support various church events and staff needs as needed

·     Create and execute a yearly ministry plan which incorporates feedback from elders and church staff.

·     Oversee, recruit, schedule and manage volunteers and curriculum for Sunday morning children’s ministry.

·      Develop and oversee volunteers and program for Sunday night “Quest” and “Bridge” group.

QUALIFICATIONS:

·     A mature Christian

·     High energy, entrepreneurial, and charismatic with organizational skills

·     Desire to invest in and develop youth as a way to serve God and advance His kingdom

·     Strong leadership, communication and relational skills

·     Ability to work with young adults, volunteers, and their families

·     Ability to make changes, corrections and solve problems quickly under pressure

·     Clearance of criminal background check

·     Abide by all personnel policies of Grand Avenue Christian Church

·     Self-starter and high degree of discipline and strategic focus as well as follow up

TO APPLY: Applicants should submit the following materials:

·     A resume

·     A cover letter highlighting qualifications and fit for this position

·     Four references that can speak to character, gifting and any recent church ministry or other relevant experience.

Submit all materials to karl.williard@gacc.net. For any questions about the position or the application process, please contact karl.williard@gacc.net. Prayerful review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

A church anchored in Scripture, planted in Carbondale.

Grand Avenue Christian Church has been gathering in southern Illinois for decades. We’re a multi-generational church — students, young families, professionals, retirees — held together by the same gospel.

We exist to make and mature disciples of Jesus in Carbondale and beyond — by teaching the Bible plainly, loving people personally, and serving our city patiently.