Youth Director

Job Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and develop current youth programs offered by St. Athanasios, and create new programs as deemed appropriate by the Proistamenos, Parish Council and the Youth Director.
  • Preparation and maintenance of the youth ministries calendar and events with office staff.
  • Timely placement of youth ministries events on the annual church calendar, and communicate via Weekly Bulletin, The Champion monthly newsletter, and Social Media.
  • Coordination with other religious programming (Sunday School) in collaboration with Proistamenos and Sunday School Director (who will report to the Youth Director).
  • Enlists volunteers where needed to help coordinate, run/lead Youth ministries programs.
  • Manages the Youth Protection Services program for the parish.
  • Works with Proistamenos to recruit and train youth workers for each Youth ministries group who will assist in planning and coordinating youth programs and activities. 
  • Utilizes available Orthodox Christian resources where available for Youth discussion groups.
  • Maintain social media account related to youth ministries.
  • Coordinate Junior Olympic team.
  • Attend 2-3 weeks of Fanari.

Job Requirements: 

  • A baptized Orthodox Christian in Good Standing
  • Maintains a love for Christ and His Church
  • Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Religious Studies and/or Education and/or Youth Studies from an accredited 4-year college or university preferred
  • Participate in continuous education/seminars/conferences addressing current youth issues
  • The ability to mentor/role model for youth and young adults.
  • Successfully works in a multi-staff setting experience.
  • Ability to work independently in the initiation of programs and the organization of events.
  • Ability to get along well and work productively with others.
  • Ability to speak before the Parish Council and other Parish groups or organizations.
  • Ability to write routine reports, documents, and correspondence.
  • Ability to maintain confidential information.
  • Ability to lift up to 25lbs.
  • Ability to become First Aid/CPR certified. 
  • Strong social media skills and understands how to effectively use web resources.
  • Minimum 3-year commitment to the St. Athanasios Youth Ministries program

Hours:

  • The Youth Director requires a flexible schedule and ability to work some evenings and weekends. 20-25 hours per week.
  • Youth Director is expected to attend Saint Athanasios for Sunday Divine Liturgy.

Pay:

 $2,000 per month

Preferred:

  • Prior experience in working with GOYA, Sunday School of all ages, camps and retreats.
  • Attain the Hellenic Youth Ministries Certificate within 3 years of hiring.

Selected candidate must agree to a background check at time of job offer

Posted by

St. Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church

1855 5th Ave
Aurora, IL 60504

Web: https://www.saintathanasios.com/about
Email: office@saintathananasios.com
Phone: 630-851-6106

Posted on: April 26, 2024