QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated affection for Christ and His Church. 
• Love for, and leadership of, youth and their families.
• Proficiency in teaching Scripture.
• Energized by collaboration with other ministry directors and pastors.
• Relational ability to lead in a volunteer framework.
• Deep understanding of the spiritual lives of adolescents.
• Strategic, organizational, shepherding, and managerial excellence.
• Commitment to a Christ-centered approach to Scripture. 
• Embrace of Reformed and Covenantal theology.
• Embrace of Redeemer’s mission, vision, values, and philosophy of ministry.
• Appropriate Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• At least five years of youth ministry experience preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Shepherd Youth and their Families

• Build meaningful relationships with youth and families.
• Teach students the Scriptures winsomely, clearly, and regularly.
• Attend to the needs of our youth, especially in crises and transitions.
• Have fun with students and leaders and help them experience true joy.
• Develop a clear and compelling ministry for all youth of Redeemer.
• Pastorally care for volunteers and lay leaders.
• Develop core curricula and scope and sequence with the Pastor of Formation.

Safeguard a Culture of Love and Trust 

• Maintain an environment of warmth and welcome, grace and truth, reliance and courage.
• Communicate clearly around expectations, hopes, and purposes of Youth ministry efforts.
• Develop feedback opportunities for youth, families, and volunteers.
• Diligently implement Redeemer’s Protection Policy and keep the highest standards for physical and emotional safety. 

Develop and Maintain Youth Ministries of Redeemer

• Employing regular gatherings for middle and high school students.
• Cultivate individual discipleship and evangelistic relationships.
• Organize Sunday School, camps, retreats, and mission and service opportunities.
• Continue to work with sister churches in our joint efforts in Youth ministry.
• Ensure systematic touch points and contact work for youth.

Integrate Youth into the full Life of Redeemer

• Expand opportunities for students to be known and mentored.
• Partner with Children’s Director for seamless entrance into Youth ministry. 
• Work with Worship Director to involve students in worship.
• Collaborate with all Directors and Pastors to ensure cohesive involvement of youth in all areas of church life.

Lead and Manage Systems

• Oversee the recruiting, equipping, and encouraging of volunteers.
• Maintain effective systems: 
• Volunteer management
• Attendance tracking
• Key performance measures
• Use of Youth House
• Budget oversight
• Planning and calendars
• Communication