Student Ministries Pastor - Elizabeth, United States - The Christian and Missionary Alliance - U.S. Church Ministries

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STUDENT MINISTRIES PASTOR

ROLE SUMMARY:


The Student Ministries Pastor is responsible for the leadership, development, direction and implementation of the vision, strategy and tactical elements for all programs and activities related to student ministry (grades 6 through 12) at Mendham Hills Community Church.


QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Love for Jesus and a desire to see lives and communities changed by the gospel
  • A personal, mature and growing relationship with Christ, evidenced by action, attitude and behavior
  • Alignment and embracement of the vision, values and statement of faith of MHCC and support of the church leadership
  • Fulfillment of the requirements and expectations of being a member of MHCC
  • Strong personal presence that reflects a love for students and passion for ministry to them and their families
  • A team player, comfortable working in a collaborative environment
  • A selfstarter, able to work without constant, direct supervision
  • A positive attitude, flexibility and a servant's heart: willing to contribute to the overall good of the staff team and MHCC by serving outside the Student Ministries Pastor role when needed

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:


  • Proven & demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to cast vision, build teams and develop leaders
  • Strong organizational, planning, administrative and communication skills, including multitasking, time management, prioritizing and attention to detail
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Computer and technical competence in applicable areas
  • Solid interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain healthy and motivating relationships with MHCC leadership, staff and volunteers
  • The ability to exercise appropriate judgement, discretion, sensitivity and confidentiality

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Establish and maintain a philosophy and longterm strategy for ministry in alignment with MHCC's overall strategy, vision and goals
  • Work collaboratively with the staff to ensure Student Ministries is contributing to the achievement of the overall vision and mission of MHCC
  • Bring student ministry visibility to the church as a whole on a regular basis
ï Develop and maintain a well-planned, balanced program throughout the year, coordinated with the MHCC calendar

  • Provide strategic leadership _vision, development, direction and management _ and oversight for all aspects of student ministries, Junior High through Senior High _(including, but not limited to, Sunday School, weekly youth group meetings, small Bible studies, summer activities, retreats and special events)_
  • Recruit and build volunteer teams set direction, organize, train and shepherd
  • Plan and conduct regular student ministry team meetings
ï Develop a communication plan and disseminate information to keep staff, volunteers and parents informed

ï Regularly contribute to the MHCC social media presence

ï Develop and maintain a strategy for assimilating new students and their families

ï Create, coordinate and communicate scheduling and staffing for all programs, activities and special events related to Student Ministries

  • Be accessible to volunteers and available to teach or assist when needed
ï Provide volunteers with all lessons, materials and resources needed to serve in their roles

  • Mentor, counsel and spend time with students outside of regularlyscheduled student ministries activities
ï Be available to talk with parents who are concerned about their students and/or mediate between parents and students in times of crisis

  • Identify youth with leadership potential and assure opportunities are given for development
ï Oversee the selection and implementation of curriculum

ï Oversee and manage the Student Ministries budget

ï Develop, implement and maintain all safety and security processes, including background checks of volunteers and student release/permission forms

  • Oversee the overall appearance and decoration of all rooms and physical spaces associated with Student Ministries, ensuring they are current, organized, neat, clean and in good repair
  • Oversee, manage and care for equipment and "props"
ï Attend scheduled staff meetings, training and conferences

ï Pursue growth and development through reading, conferences and exchange of ideas with others

  • Collaborate with Children's Ministry Director to ensure the smooth transition of 5th graders into the youth program

NOTES:


  • The Student Ministries Pastor reports to the Director of Ministry

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