Description:

Position Description:

• Able to affirm the Wellspring Faith Essentials
• Be a mature disciple of Jesus, with the ability to care for yourself spiritually
• Have a deep love for and desire to disciple middle and high school students
• Initiate new ideas and learn quickly
• Advocate for the student ministry within all areas of church life
• Communicate openly, suggest new ideas, able to receive and act on feedback
• Ability to see the “big picture” while managing details
• Meet regularly with the Youth Pastor
• Attend “all staff” events, Participate in staff prayer
• Weekly attendance and involvement in Sunday worship at Wellspring
• Participate in church wide events when requested
• Collaborate with the Children’s Ministry team and the Parent Discipleship Pastor
• Participate in a discipleship Group for continued growth in personal discipleship and community
• Pursue relationships with students by spending time with students outside of church
• Actively develop relationships with students through student programming, attending student events, and meeting in one-on-one and small group settings
• Collaborate with the Youth Pastor in creating vision and strategy for the students and families to enter into active discipleship both in church and at home
• Create an environment where youth can encounter God, develop as disciples and are given chances to integrate faith into their daily lives
• Build systems and structures within student programming that promote trust, safety, and consistency for parents and visitors
• Recruit volunteers, and establish a rhythm of leadership and spiritual development with volunteers to execute vision and strategies with excellence.
• Create, prepare, and teach on a regular basis in different youth spaces (Sunday School, Small Groups, Discipleship Cohorts)
• Actively participate with the Youth Pastor and Parent Discipleship Pastor to equip parents to disciple their students.
• Lead students in the process of taking ownership in their own faith and spiritual formation.
• Lead the planning and execution of student specific activities and events
• Assist in the planning and execution of camps, retreats, and missions trips
• Cultivate a passion for worship and engagement in the larger church by integrating students into regular Sunday service
• Regularly communicate with and engage parents, youth and volunteers through the use of social media, email and effective communications.
• Develop and implement strategies to reach the youth of Englewood.
• Keep accurate records and reports of all spending and financial activity as it pertains to the student programing and events
• Actively participate in all-staff roles on Sunday mornings, specifically communion and prayer.
• Necessary camps, retreats and conferences as needed.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least two years ministry leadership experience
• Be a mature disciple of Jesus
• Established participation in a local church body
• Demonstrated commitment to lifelong learning
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge and experience with basic computer / software skills