Youth Outreach & Growth Advocate

YM360 - Youth Ministry 360, Inc.; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Premium $0

Simple IRA Plan + 3% Company Match

Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Heart Haven Outreach (H2O) seeks a full-time youth caregiver to mentor teens, build trusting relationships, and run group activities within a para-church context.

You will manage about 12 teens, collaborate with staff and volunteers, and partner with schools and community groups to support outcomes. A Bachelor's degree and faith alignment are essential, with opportunities for growth and fundraising involvement.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 or older.
• Personal faith aligned with our Statement of Faith.
• Deep, patient love for hurting teens and families.
• Ability to initiate relationships and earn trust with wary teens.
• Emotional perceptiveness and capacity for real depth with people.
• Belief that all teens can succeed with support.
• Willingness to thrive in a growing ministry.
• Commitment to hard work, prayer, and real change.

Responsibilities

• Carry a caseload of about 12 teens, meeting one-on-one regularly to build trust and support.
• Plan and lead field trips, support groups, and large group activities.
• Coordinate with staff, interns, and volunteers for outreach in schools and the community.
• Connect with families and refer to outside resources as needed.
• Work with local schools and community organizations; assist with transportation and crowd management.
• Participate in occasional fundraising support for programs.

Skills

Relationship building

Emotional sensitivity

Patience

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in youth ministry, psychology, social work

Job description

Heart Haven Outreach (H2O) seeks a full-time youth caregiver to mentor teens, build trusting relationships, and run group activities within a para-church context.

You will manage about 12 teens, collaborate with staff and volunteers, and partner with schools and community groups to support outcomes. A Bachelor's degree and faith alignment are essential, with opportunities for growth and fundraising involvement.