Staff Associate-West Texas Region

Job Title: YL Staff Associate I (West Texas Region) Through both formal training and direct field ministry experience, learn how to effectively carry out and manage Young Life ministry. Ministry Functions Develop a yearly personal growth plan that fosters a vibrant spiritual life including time for solitude, retreat, reflection, prayer and a sincere commitment to understanding God’s Word. Seek and maintain relationships and disciplines in the context of active participation in a church community. Actively participate in the spiritual life of the Young Life community. Lead teams and individuals in spiritual development. Lead volunteer care, recruiting, team building and training, supervision and vision casting. Meet with volunteer leaders and area leadership regularly. Recruit and train new leaders to build a leadership team that reflects the community. Model excellence in contact work, clubs, Campaigners and camping to other leaders. Assist in training leaders, team leaders and committee members on effective teamwork and ministry strategy. Plan and execute area fundraising events under direction of area supervisor and committee. Actively engage in all three levels of contact work. Lead a team to plan and conduct a new or existing Young Life club and Campaigners/discipleship ministry with excellence. Lead a team to implement a summer and school‑season camping strategy. Serve on a summer assignment at a Young Life camp each year. Adhere to all Young Life policies and procedures and maintain professionalism regarding office hours, dress, conduct and time management. Manage finances with stewardship, accountability and transparency using the mission‑wide applications. Maintain accurate records on kids, leaders and donors for area records. Provide clear, prompt, appropriate and professional communication to all involved. Set yearly strategic ministry plan and initiatives to reach every kid; review them regularly. Perform other duties as assigned and congruent with gifts, experience and area needs. Training Core Training – Phase One (New Staff Training, Leadership I, Leadership II, Apologetics and one Winter Training course) to be completed in the first two years. Training may be supervised by a regional director, regional trainer or area to develop personal spiritual maturity and enhance personal character. May include regional training meetings and ministry skills training assigned by the area director. Education College degree preferred. Qualifications Experience in direct ministry. Proven relational skills with both kids and adults. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Be a Christian who professes belief in Jesus Christ as personal Savior and LORD. Subscribe to all Young Life statements and policies, including the Young Life Statement of Faith. Work Conditions Includes extremes of camp such as heat/cold, dirt, long hours, and physical demands of hiking, horseback riding, boating, and more. Staff must be able to handle these conditions. #J-18808-Ljbffr