Youth Coordinator Position Available In Cherokee, Georgia
Tallo's Job Summary: The Youth Coordinator position at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Woodstock, GA involves working with Middle to High School youth in ELCA congregations. This part-time role requires 20-24 hours a week, managing youth programs, organizing events, and overseeing financial and volunteer needs. The position also involves updating social media, collaborating with the congregation, and promoting youth participation in synodical and churchwide events. The salary ranges from $30,000.00 to $31,000.00 per year, with flexible scheduling and paid time off. Contact Rev. Karen Boda at pastor@gslutheran.org for more information or to apply.
Job Description
Youth Coordinator Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 1208 Rose Creek Drive, Woodstock, GA 30189 This position works with Middle to High School youth in ELCA congregations. Our members follow Jesus, serve all people, and strive for justice and peace. They commit their time, talents, and prayers to support the congregation, the local community, and regional, churchwide, and global ministries through the
ELCA. POSITION DESCRIPTION
The position provides events for the youth and requires great flexibility, including evenings and weekends. On average, this is expected to be a 20-24 hour/week position.
The part-time Youth Coordinator will:
effectively and efficiently develop, market, promote, implement, and lead the youth programs (averaging 3-4 events per month).
These events include:
confirmation high school and middle school youth group activities mission trips synodical and ELCA events service projects fundraisers work to remain in touch with youth who have gone away to college. work with the Pastor(s) and congregation youth ministry committee in planning and coordinating events. Youth Coordinator will manage financial and volunteer needs. update social media & website accounts with current and frequent postings highlighting the ministry. serve as liaison to the Southeastern Synod and the ELCA for promotion of and youth participation in synodical and churchwide events. attend staff meetings and Congregation Council meetings as requested. prioritize attendance at worship services to help develop relationships. Sunday attendance may be adjusted based on scheduled youth events. oversee, train, and work on congregational compliance for all child and youth protection.
SKILLS AND EXPECTATIONS
We are looking for a person who: has a strong personal faith and a deep desire to help others grow in faith; is outgoing and eager to develop relationships with youth, their families, and the congregation; leads groups skillfully and also works well on teams; is excited to work within existing programs but also is enthusiastic about initiating new ideas that help develop and grow the overall ministry; fosters youth involvement in the youth activities and congregation’s ministries; recruits, motivates, and develops adult volunteers to participate in youth ministry; has excellent organization, communication, planning, computer, and social media skills; exhibits initiative and self-motivation to organize and implement activities considering planning, logistics, and support needed to complete projects; understands that there will be more events occurring seasonally (Christmas, summer, etc.) and that hours worked may be higher during these times. has a good understanding of using Microsoft Office, Canva, videos, and social media platforms
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Background and/or experience in an Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) congregation and/or ELCA Full Communion Partner congregation. Have experience with youth ministry. Practice strong self-care and maintain a healthy sense of boundaries. Have at least some post-secondary education or equivalent experience with planning, organizing, and equipping teams and individuals.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM THE CONGREGATION
Accept the youth minister, uphold him/her in prayer, and accord him/her love, respect and good will. Arrange for needed continuing education Provide for program costs for the Youth Coordinator’s participation Personal office space with necessary office and program equipment and supplies Caring, supporting, and nurturing work environment with a commitment to collaboration and innovation A 30-day, six-month and annual review the first year, along with an annual review thereafter. Provide a yearly salary review. Contract Length This contract will be reviewed annually.
INFORMATION OR APPLICATION
Rev. Karen Boda ◊ Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 1208 Rose Creek Drive ◊ Woodstock, GA ◊ 30189 770-924-7286 ◊ pastor@gslutheran.org
Job Types:
Part-time, Contract Pay:
$30,000.00 – $31,000.00 per year Expected hours: 20 – 24 per week
Benefits:
Flexible schedule Paid time off
Schedule:
Evenings as needed Weekends as needed
Work Location:
In person
