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Interim Director of Youth Engagement

On-site, Work must be performed in or near Ridgewood, NJ
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  • Details

    Job Type:Part Time
    Job Type:Temporary
    Education:4-Year Degree Required
    Experience Level:Entry level

    Description

    Are you passionate about youth ministry and helping young people grow in faith? West Side Presbyterian Church is looking for a dynamic and relational Interim Director of Youth Engagement to lead and nurture the spiritual development of middle and high school students.

    This part-time position (approximately 15 hours/week) offers an exciting opportunity to foster faith formation, connection, and service in alignment with the church’s mission to be a welcoming community rooted in Christ, where all are invited to connect, grow, and serve.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Middle School Youth Group (6th-8th Grade): Lead bi-weekly Sunday evening gatherings (Sept-June) and plan/lead a weekend retreat at Camp Johnsonburg (Dec 6-8).
    • High School Youth Group (9th-12th Grade): Facilitate weekly Sunday evening gatherings (Sept-June) and plan/lead a weekend retreat at Camp Johnsonburg (Nov 22-24).
    • Summer Service Project: Organize and lead a week-long service trip for high school students, providing hands-on mission work and spiritual growth.
    • Relational Ministry & Volunteer Coordination: Build relationships with youth, parents, and volunteers; coordinate and support adult volunteers; collaborate with Pastor Liz Junod to create engagement opportunities for youth with the broader church and local community.
    • Ministry Safe Compliance: Ensure youth ministry adheres to the Ministry Safe program and all safety standards are met.
    • Program Development & Administration: Develop innovative programs, manage communications with youth/families, oversee scheduling, and manage barn responsibilities.
    • Budget Management & Shelby System Proficiency: Manage the youth ministry budget and become proficient in the church’s Shelby management system to support ministry operations.

    Qualifications:

    • A passion for youth ministry and spiritual development.
    • Strong leadership and relational skills with the ability to connect across differences.
    • Missional mindset, aligned with the church’s values of living contemplatively, loving inclusively, sharing generously, and acting justly.
    • Experience in youth ministry, education, or related fields is preferred.
    • Experience managing a budget is a plus.
    • Familiarity with or willingness to learn the Shelby management system is required.
    • Strong communication and organizational skills, with a collaborative spirit.
    • Adherence to the Ministry Safe program and commitment to safety in youth ministry.

    Hours:

    Part-time, approximately 15 hours per week.

    The role offers flexibility during summer and holiday seasons, apart from mandatory retreat and mission trip leadership.

    To Apply:

    Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Roger Widicus and Anne

    Deatly, co-chairs of the Director of Youth Engagement search committee, at jobs@westside.org.

    Are you passionate about youth ministry and helping young people grow in faith? West Side Presbyterian Church is looking for a dynamic and relational Interim Director of Youth Engagement to lead and nurture the spiritual development of middle and high school students.

    This part-time position (approximately 15 hours/week) offers an exciting opportunity to foster faith formation, connection, and service in alignment with the church’s mission to be a welcoming community rooted in Christ, where all are invited to connect, grow, and serve.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Middle School Youth Group (6th-8th Grade): Lead bi-weekly Sunday evening gatherings (Sept-June) and plan/lead a weekend retreat at Camp Johnsonburg (Dec 6-8).
    • High School Youth Group (9th-12th Grade): Facilitate weekly Sunday evening gatherings (Sept-June) and plan/lead a weekend retreat at Camp Johnsonburg (Nov 22-24).
    • Summer Service Project: Organize and lead a week-long service trip for high school…

    Location

    On-site
    6 S Monroe St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450, USA

    How to Apply

    To Apply:

    Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Roger Widicus and Anne

    Deatly, co-chairs of the Director of Youth Engagement search committee, at jobs@westside.org.

    To Apply:

    Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Roger Widicus and Anne

    Deatly, co-chairs of the Director of Youth Engagement search committee, at jobs…

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