Youth Ministry Associate

Our church... ( is a non-denominational multi-site church with four St. Louis-area campuses where we gather each weekend to study this ancient story found in Scripture that is still transforming lives today. We believe church should be a place where believers in Jesus and skeptics can stand side-by-side to study truth and ask tough questions. We blend teaching and worship with art and technology to create a service where you can experience the message of Jesus in practical and life-changing ways.

Youth Ministry Associate. ....is a 10 hour per week part-time position that will work closely with the Grant's Trail Family Pastor in overseeing many aspects of the youth ministry, some of which include volunteers, occasional teaching (as assigned), as well as creating, implementing, and maintaining teams for the youth ministry (6 th -12 th grade). Creating community, culture, and trust amongst teams to further the reaches of the youth ministry is top priority. This person will also possess the ability to jump into many different projects and tasks as needed. In the end, their heart will beat for creating a safe environment for students all over the spiritual spectrum to take steps on their journey with Jesus.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities – Grant's Trail

• Work closely with YouthCrossing Leadership development staff to oversee Middle school and High school volunteers including recruiting, training, and leadership development
• Responsible for leading student-leader teams, including recruiting, developing, training, organizing team building activities
• Communicate from stage on Wednesdays regularly – Announcements, games, and occasional teaching
• Communicate with student and adult volunteer teams through weekly emails
• Assist Family Pastor with planning and executing events
• Building meaningful Christ-Centered relationships with students
• Assist with implementing follow up with new and current students
• Be proactive and have initiative to troubleshoot and evaluate in order to expand ministry
• Assist Family Pastor with various responsibilities for Wednesday night services
• Other duties as assigned by the leadership team

Responsibilities – Central Support

• Attend and assist with the planning of YC ‘One' events and trips (Summer camp, Winterblast, mission experience, Summer Tour, etc)
• Provide assistance to YouthCrossing events on a needed basis
• Other duties as assigned by leadership

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Spiritual Gifts Helpful For This Position

• Administration
• Leadership
• Mercy
• Wisdom
• Shepherding

Character Traits Needed For This Position

• Passion for Christ
• Passion for students
• Team builder and player
• Self-starter
• Flexible and teachable
• Spiritually mature
• Heart for the lost
• Heart for people
• Ability to recruit, develop, and empower leaders
• Passionate about The Crossing and a relationship with God 

Necessary Skille and Abilities

• Basic administrative skills
• Proven experience exhibiting a passion for youth
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education/Training & Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in related field

MUST HAVES FOR  ALL STAFF AT THE CROSSING

• Attend a service at one of The Crossing campuses on a weekly basis
• Passionate about their relationship with God
• Baptized after making the thoughtful decision to follow Christ
• Regard the Bible as God's final authority in all areas of Christian life and desire to be wholly obedient to it
• Wholeheartedly affirm The Crossing's Statement of Faith ( including our view on Baptism (
• Live a lifestyle consistent with scriptural principles

Apply today and see why The Crossing may be a great fit for you!