Open Position: Director of Urban Youth Ministry (Full-time) –  see below

Full-time Position: Director of Urban Youth Ministry

Reports to: Executive Director

Wayside Cross Ministries seeks an accomplished Christian ministry leader to oversee the UYM  division. The UYM Director will play a crucial role in providing guidance to the program staff and committed volunteers. UYM provides hope to At-Risk Youth in the community through Jesus Christ, with support of local churches, like-minded businesses, donors, and dedicated volunteers.

If you have Formal theological/Biblical training with a degree from an accredited seminary or theological institution and a heart for inpacting the lives of youth Ages 5-18 this may be the job for you.

Urban Youth Ministry (UYM) is one of the six divisions of Wayside cross This ministry dedicated to serving under-resourced families in Aurora area with free, recreation, childcare, educational support and enrichment programs and more.  Over the last several years, this ministry after-school program has experienced massive growth in the number of youth we serve.  So much so, we are in the process of building a dedicated youth center to accommodate the need for increase capacity and services.

Responsibilities:

• Develop annual Plan for UYM in consultation with the Executive Director and oversee all program staff.
• Devise and maintain the department’s annual budget and be responsible for maintaining expenses and financial performance.
• Recruit and retain volunteers for UYM, leading the Steering Committee to plan and share responsibilities to maximize the ministry effectiveness.
• Work with the committee to represent UYM in the community through partnerships with churches, service organizations, and businesses in the Chicagoland area.
• Collaborate with WCM senior staff members as a team player to support and carry out the objectives of WCM.
• Work with the Executive Director to solicit and cultivate key donors and formulate annual fundraising plans, including organizing UYM’s annual Fundraising Dinner.

Qualifications:

• A deep commitment to Christian faith and connection to a Bible-based, Christ-centered Church.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and supervise staff and volunteers to achieve organizational growth.
• Formal theological/Biblical training with a degree from an accredited seminary or theological institution.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.
• Proficiency in Spanish is an added advantage to engage with the target population effectively.

Applicants must also be in agreement with the ministry’s Vision, and Mission statement, Core Values, Statement of Faith, Code of Conduct, and have a heart for the people we serve.

Compensation: Salary dependent upon skills and experience.

If you meet the qualifications/skills outlined above and are passionate about making a difference in the lives of at-risk youth through UYM, we invite you to contact James Lukose, Executive Director, at 630-723-3423 or send your resume to jlukose@waysidecross.org.

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