Mission - Capernaum Seattle

Position: Mission Staff - Capernaum Greater Seattle
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Because of Young Life’s exclusive Christian purposes of evangelism and discipleship as set forth in its Articles of Incorporation and in these Bylaws, and to reflect what has always been and will continue to be the position of Young Life, specifically the Christian belief that each and every employee and volunteer of the corporation should minister as a servant of God with the primary responsibility of proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ and, as such, is an integral part of the Christian mission and ministry of the corporation ,Young Life shall only employ individuals or enlist volunteer leaders who: (a) profess a belief in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord;

and (b) subscribe to the statements and policies required of all Young Life staff, including the Young Life Statement of Faith. Therefore, employees and volunteers of Young Life, during working and nonworking hours, shall: (i) be ready, willing and able to fulfill such ministry functions as may be required by the organization; (ii) refrain from conduct and statements that detract from the biblical standards taught and supported by Young Life, and (iii) abide by all policies and practices of Young Life including, without limitation, those related to religious belief or ministry activities.

Job Specific

Working Conditions:

This role is 10 to 20 hours per week (can be negotiable during the hiring process). Our area is a Capernaum only ministry (students with intellectual, physical and/or cognitive disabilities) with an area director and staff with 30 years of disability ministry experience.

Serve local Young Life Area by doing excellent ministry in contact work, club, campaigners, camp, with primary responsibilities being:a. Help plan, organize, and run weekly club (Team Leader) b. Help plan, organize, and implement monthly special events and fundraisersc. Contact work at 1-2 schools (going to a local high school as a volunteer)2-year minimum commitment

The anticipated part-time salary can range from $10,000 to $19,000, depending on hour/week. This position is eligible for a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) depending on the zip code in which the candidate lives.

Mission Staff

Summary:

Mission / Authority Through both training and direct field ministry experience, learn how to lead and participate in effective Young Life ministry.

Ministry Functions:

Spiritual Development — “Following Jesus” includes prayer and spiritual disciplines, fellowship, growth and health and church relationships.

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.

Leadership Development — “Equipping leaders, committee and staff” includes key volunteer care, recruiting, team building and training, supervision and vision casting.

Meet with your volunteer leaders and area leadership on a regular basis.

Learn to recruit and train new leaders to build a leadership team that reflects the community.

Model excellence in contact work, club, Campaigners and camping to other leaders.

Assist in training leaders, team leaders and committee how to work effectively in teams and develop a yearly ministry strategy.

Resource Development — “Fueling the ministry” includes events, major donor care, public relations (branding) and TDS team.

Raise financial support as directed and maintain good donor care practices.

Communicate ministry updates and progress to personal donor partners.

Observe and learn to network and develop strategic…