Juvenile Justice Program Director

Juvenile Justice and Teen Dad Program Director

Willmar, MN

Part-Time

Non-Exempt

Ministry

West Central Minnesota Area

Juvenile Justice Ministry

$19 - $22/hour

20-40 hours

Position Summary

The Ministry Site Director is a position that requires spiritual and organizational leadership skills, the ability to work with and through other people, and strong communication skills. S/he must embrace and build a team that embodies YFC's Cultural Attributes: Christ-centered, enduring humility, relentless trust, courageous faithfulness, joyful camaraderie, and kingdom inspired diversity. S/he will seek to implement relational ministry actions to develop Authentic Christ-Sharing Relationships with young people within the context of their YFC ministry model.

Essential Functions

Ministry Team Development (30%)

• Recruit, train, and maintain volunteer ministry leader team in accordance with the processes found in the Knowledge Base
• Create a strong connection between local churches and the ministry site
• Provide training materials and ministry site standards for ministry leaders
• Develop healthy 3 Story teams for each ministry site
• Establish necessary support and guidelines to ensure healthy and growing ministry at all sites
• Be an advocate in the community for young people
• Report progress and ministry updates to YFC

Relational Ministry Action Development (60%)

• Responsible for managing, facilitating and serving in the Relational Ministry Actions (RMAs)
• Direct the 3 Story Team at their site in accomplishing the standards outlined in the RMAs found in the Knowledge Base
• Establish and develop programming materials
• Train and evaluate ministry site leaders in the implementation of curriculum materials

Spiritual Responsibilities

Because the overriding religious purpose and mission of Youth for Christ USA is to communicate and introduce the Gospel of Jesus Christ to young people and their families, and in that regard to make, educate and encourage life-long disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ, it is very important that you as an employee in the movement of Youth for Christ be recognized as an associate minister of the Gospel.

As an employee of Youth for Christ and an associate minister of the Gospel, YFC expects all employees to:

• Seek God's guidance and wisdom, through prayer and meditation, for the organization as a whole as well as for specific ministry initiatives.
• Participate and lead regular times of prayer, devotion and worship as a regular aspect of your role within YFC.
• Teach and preach from the Holy Bible at YFC staff meetings, conferences, camps and events.
• Model empathy, humility and care for all people. This includes promoting equity and inclusion in word and in the practice of faith expression. YFC employees will have an opportunity to be commissioned or licensed as a minister of the Gospel through the established Youth for Christ process, and/or ordained by an outside body recognized by Youth for Christ USA

Young Dads Director

Position Summary

Young Dads reaches expectant and parenting young fathers (ages 21 and under) through intentional relationships, trained volunteers, and community partnerships. Through a holistic approach, Young Dads seeks to equip young fathers to make healthy choices, grow as parents, further their education and life goals, become responsible providers, and develop a relationship with Jesus Christ.

The role of the Young Dads Director is to serve as a minister of the Gospel by building authentic Christ-sharing relationships with young fathers and engaging volunteers in relational ministry. Under the direction of the Ministry Supervisor, and in collaboration with the Parent Life Director and Parent Life Ministry Site Director, the Young Dads Director is responsible for developing, growing, and sustaining the Young Dads ministry in Willmar, MN while helping create a coordinated ministry approach that serves young fathers, young families, and their children.

The Young Dads Director is a professional ministry position that requires spiritual maturity, organizational leadership, strong communication skills, and the ability to recruit, equip, and lead volunteers. This individual must embrace and model YFC's Cultural Attributes: Christ-Centered, Enduring Humility, Relentless Trust, Courageous Faithfulness, Joyful Camaraderie, and Kingdom Inspired Diversity. The Young Dads Director will seek to develop Authentic Christ-Sharing Relationships with young people through the YFC ministry model.

Position Flexibility

This position may be filled as a stand-alone part-time Young Dads Director role. For candidates seeking full-time ministry employment, this position may be combined with the open Juvenile Justice Ministry (JJM) Site Director position, creating a full-time ministry opportunity. This unique opportunity allows a qualified individual to serve in two strategic ministry areas while creating a full-time ministry position. Candidates interested in a combined role should indicate their interest during the application process.

Essential Job Functions and Duties Ministry Program Development (40%)

• Develop and lead regular group gatherings for expectant and parenting young fathers.
• Pursue intentional one-on-one relationships with young dads through mentoring, support, and discipleship.
• Collaborate regularly with the Parent Life Director and Parent Life Ministry Site Director to ensure holistic support, coordinated programming, and healthy ministry growth for young parents and their children.
• Connect young fathers with resources and practical assistance, including transportation, parenting support, education, employment resources, housing assistance, and other community services.
• Foster relationships with community partners to expand ministry reach and impact.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required monthly and quarterly reports.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, retreats, trainings, ministry events, and community events.

Volunteer Recruitment and Development (40%)

• Recruit, train, and support volunteers in accordance with the processes outlined in the Find. Keep. Win. Knowledge Base.
• Build strong partnerships with local churches to strengthen volunteer engagement and ministry support.
• Develop and conduct church presentations and volunteer recruitment opportunities.
• Collaborate with local ministries and organizations to identify volunteers, mentors, and ministry partners.
• Provide ongoing support, coaching, and accountability to volunteers to ensure a healthy and growing ministry.
• Develop and maintain a prayer team for the Young Dads ministry and communicate ministry updates regularly.

Community Development and Fundraising (20%)

All YFC employees are expected to participate in the stewardship and fundraising efforts of the organization. Responsibilities may include personal support raising, fundraising events, donor development, and other stewardship opportunities.

• Pursue and cultivate relationships with potential ministry partners and supporters.
• Contribute to ministry communications, including newsletters, impact stories, and donor updates.
• Represent YFC and Young Dads through presentations at churches, service organizations, schools, and community events.
• Communicate the mission, vision, and impact of Young Dads and Youth For Christ to constituents and supporters.

Spiritual Responsibilities

Because the overriding religious purpose and mission of Youth For Christ USA is to communicate and introduce the Gospel of Jesus Christ to young people and their families, and to make, educate, and encourage lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ, it is important that every employee be recognized as an associate minister of the Gospel.

As an employee of Youth For Christ and an associate minister of the Gospel, the Young Dads Director is expected to:

• Seek God's guidance and wisdom through prayer and Scripture for the organization and ministry initiatives.
• Participate in and lead regular times of prayer, devotion, and worship.
• Share and teach biblical truth in ministry settings, staff gatherings, camps, conferences, and events as appropriate.
• Model Christ-like character, empathy, humility, and care for all people.
• Promote equity, inclusion, and dignity in ministry relationships and faith expression.
• Pursue commissioning, licensing, or ordination opportunities as available through Youth For Christ or a recognized ministry body.

Position Requirements Knowledge and Skills

• Embrace the vision, mission, and Statement of Faith of Youth For Christ.
• Understand and implement YFC's Five Essentials of ministry.
• Demonstrate spiritual maturity and strong moral character.
• Ability to connect relationally with young people