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Job Summary:
To lead and cultivate the Youth ministry, 6th through 12th grade, at Wesley United Methodist Church through discipleship, prayer, activities, Bible study, informal gatherings, spiritual
guidance, parent and congregational involvement and support, youth leadership development, camps, and missional outreach. It is expected that the Youth Director understands that he/she is a Spiritual leader in this United Methodist congregation. Therefore he/she must strive to conduct himself/herself with this awareness, especially when working with the youth.
To direct and develop outreach activities of Wesley through multiple platforms, including website, social media, community events, and personal contact. Will cultivate and direct
volunteers to allow for Wesley programming to reach and be accessible to a large local and regional audience.

Specific Position Qualifications and Abilities:

• Prior youth ministry experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred (Religion, Ministry, or Human Relations Field preferred).
• Experience in cultivating teachers and volunteers preferred.
• Experience in developing and leading missions, locally and abroad, strongly preferred.
• Experience in developing and implementing outreach programs preferred.
• Must live within the greater Shawnee area or be willing to move into the area after hiring.

To lead and cultivate the youth ministry, 6th through 12th grade, through discipleship, prayer, activities, Bible study, informal gatherings, spiritual guidance, parent and congregational involvement and support, youth leadership development, camps, and missional outreach. https://wesleyumcshawnee.org/youthdirector/