Dynamic Youth Ministry Director

UMCSC; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Philadelphia United Methodist Church in Fort Mill, SC, is seeking a Director of Student (Youth) Ministries. This full-time role oversees, builds and grows the ministry for students in grades 6–12, guiding their relationship with Christ, community and congregation.

The ideal candidate demonstrates youth ministry experience, holds relevant education or certification, and shows proven leadership, strong communication, and the ability to plan long-range programs with a heart for mentoring families

Qualifications

• Demonstrates prior equivalent experience working with youth.
• Degrees focusing on youth and/or youth ministries or certification in youth ministry, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and collaborate with the Student Ministry Team and Youth in leadership to ensure that the overall mission for Youth Ministry at PUMC is carried out.
• Serve as a Christian role model and mentor for all PUMC youth by providing guidance, council, and constructive spiritual development.
• Build relationships with parents of students fostering trust and involvement in student ministry.
• Care for students and families in pastoral care situations.
• Seek out ways to build relationships with students, inside and outside of the church, throughout the year. i.e. Attend school activities, sport events, plays, concerts, school lunches, etc. supporting PUMC students and friends.
• Responsible for recruiting, training, and supporting adult volunteer leaders to assist with the ministries related to youth.
• Create and implement new programs to continue the growth and development of PUMC’s youth, designed to foster Christian relationships.
• Serve as the representative for youth to the Church Council, to the congregation and within the wider community when needed.
• Maintain a timely and accurate schedule of upcoming youth related activities, including announcements and publications using all available promotional vehicles.
• Assist in planning the ministry area budget and managing the disbursement of funds within the guidelines of the approved budget and in adherence with the purchasing policies of the church.
• Participate fully as a member of the Pastoral and Ministry Staff.
• Be attentive to the special needs and concerns of youth.
• Identify, support, and encourage leadership development among the youth, including working closely with the Student Ministry Team.
• Seek opportunities for continued development and education related to youth.
• Other duties as assigned by the Pastor.
• Support church wide events and special projects as needed.
• Maintain compliance to the Safe Sanctuary Policy of PUMC Accountability.

Skills

Youth ministry leadership

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Long-range planning

Decision making

Attention to detail

Feedback provision

Education

Degrees focusing on youth/youth ministries or certification

Job description

Philadelphia United Methodist Church in Fort Mill, SC, is seeking a Director of Student (Youth) Ministries. This full-time role oversees, builds and grows the ministry for students in grades 6–12, guiding their relationship with Christ, community and congregation.

The ideal candidate demonstrates youth ministry experience, holds relevant education or certification, and shows proven leadership, strong communication, and the ability to plan long-range programs with a heart for mentoring families