Staff Associate II – Northbrook, IL

Staff Associate

The Staff Associate supports the mission of Young Life by developing relationships with students, equipping volunteers, and implementing effective ministry strategies within Northbrook High School and Middle School communities. Through both formal training and hands-on ministry experience, this role develops the skills necessary to carry out and manage highly relational, Gospel-centered ministry.

Young Life North Shore is a thriving area with robust Young Life (high school), Wyld Life (middle school), and Young Life College ministries, supported by a deeply engaged committee and strong volunteer base. This position is designed for a ministry leader ready to step into meaningful momentum and lead Glenbrook North High School Young Life and Northbrook Wyld Life, where we are currently engaging an average of 80 high school and 40 middle school students on a weekly/bi-weekly basis.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about Jesus, building authentic relationships with students and community partners, and cultivating meaningful community among volunteers.

Ideal

Start Date:

February 1, 2026 - June 1, 2026

Earlier or later start dates may be considered based on candidate availability and onboarding needs.

• Develop a yearly personal spiritual growth plan including solitude, retreat, prayer, reflection, and Scripture.
• Maintain active participation in a local church and Christian community.
• Participate fully in the spiritual life of the Young Life community.
• Lead teams and individuals in spiritual formation and discipleship.

• Meet regularly with volunteer leaders and area leadership.
• Recruit, train, and shepherd volunteer leaders to reflect the local community.
• Model excellence in contact work, Club, Campaigners, and camping ministry.
• Assist with vision-casting, team-building, and yearly ministry strategy planning.

• Raise financial support as directed and maintain healthy donor relationships.
• Communicate ministry progress and updates to donor partners.
• Learn to network with key community partners including:
  School administrators, Pastors, Parents, and Committee members
• Learn to plan and execute area fundraising events alongside the committee and supervisors.

• Engage in all three levels of contact work:
• School presence
• One-on-one relationships
• Community involvement
• Lead teams to plan and execute:
• Young Life Club and Campaigners
• Wyldlife Campaigners
• Lead and implement a school-year and summer camping strategy.
• Serve annually on a summer Young Life camp assignment.

• Follow all Young Life policies and procedures with professionalism.
• Manage finances with integrity, stewardship, and accountability.
• Maintain accurate records for Students, Volunteers, & Donors
• Communicate clearly and responsibly with all ministry stakeholders.
• Develop and review a yearly strategic ministry plan.
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on gifts and ministry needs.

• Complete Core Training – Phase One within first two years:
• New Staff Training
• Leadership I
• Leadership II
• Apologetics
• One Winter Training Course
• Participate in regional training and continued ministry skills development.
• Ongoing supervision through regional and area leadership.

• College degree preferred
• Experience in direct ministry or relational youth leadership
• Strong relational skills with both students and adults
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• High personal integrity, humility, and teachability

• Includes the physical demands of camp environments, including heat/cold, long hours, hiking, boating, horseback riding
• Must be physically and emotionally equipped for active, student-centered ministry.

Base Salary

The salary range for this position is between $35,940 - $54,020. In addition, Young Life offers a strong mission-supported benefits package.

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