Youth Leader Job - Chesapeake Community of Hope Church, Chesapeake, Virginia

Let these shine...
Knowledge/Gifting/Skills/Abilities/Experience:
* A dynamic personal relationship with Jesus Christ, drawing from Him as the greatest ministry
resource
* A knowledge and passion for God's word, using it as the foundation for ministry
* Passionate about reaching youth and families with the Gospel
* Leadership experience working with youth
* Degreed or working toward a degree/certification in ministry or a related field
* Knowledgeable of and can interact with current youth culture trends/social media
* Willingness to actively engage in the_noemailmunity and local schools
* Willingness and ability to pioneer new and creative initiatives
* Possess strong abilities and experience in equipping others and empowering teams
* Wisely, biblically,_noemailpassionately and confidentially deal with sensitive matters
* Proficient in oral and written_noemailmunication as well as technology
* Effective administrator/coordinator/financial steward

So that you can...
Responsibilities and Expectations:
1. Establish vibrant high school and middle school ministries that are done with excellence
2. Grow young people in their faith through relationships, mentorship, teaching and discipleship
3. Develop and_noemailmunicate vision and plans for resources, curriculum, and budget
4. Develop engaging lessons/activities, create and distribute weekly lesson plans as needed
5. Recruit and equip parents/volunteers for Sunday morning, mid-week, and ministry events
6. Schedule Sunday morning and mid-week helpers and backups; ensure_noemailpletion of
background checks for volunteers
7. For middle school youth, plan and lead weekly Sunday morning lessons as well as_noemailanize at
least one event per month
8. For high school youth, plan weekly mid-week "youth group" meetings, as well as_noemailanize at
least one event per month
9. Participate with the youth in one mission trip per year
10. Active engagement/attendance at CCOH and church events
11. Connect relationally with parents, children, ministry staff, and members of the congregation
12. Engage with local schools and_noemailmunity to reach out to local youth
13. Encourage and lead opportunities for young people to serve within the church
14. Effectively_noemailmunicate with church leadership and staff concerning schedules, administrative
and ministry needs, as well as attend scheduled staff meetings
15. Work in a positive, accountable relationship with church leadership