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Paid Youth Ministry Internship Opportunity The First Presbyterian Church of Durango is seeking an emerging leader with a heart for students to fill their Youth Ministry Intern position. 1st Pres. is a 125-year-old church with a congregation exuding Christ’s love. If you’re tired of churches that prioritize programs more than people, this is the church family for you! Durango sits at an elevation of 6,500 feet in southwest Colorado. Our population of roughly 14,000 relatively easy-going people creates a friendly small-town environment. A year-round recreational Mecca, Durango lets you pick your poison… skiing, river kayaking, rock-climbing, hiking, mountain biking, snow shoeing, fly-fishing, ice-climbing, desert camping, river-tubing, trail-running, peak-bagging… You won’t get bored here if you like to be outside! Our church views this job as a mission to both the students and the intern. We all know that hands-on experience is huge these days when applying for jobs, and we want to give the right intern some intensive ministry leadership experience to carry with them down their career path. So what about the actual internship? We’re looking for someone willing to commit 12 to 15 months to investing in the lives of the students in our youth ministry. The ideal candidate will have strong social and communication skills, but first and foremost, a love of our Creator and of his Creation (especially youth!). During the summer, the intern works full-time, and then scales back to part-time when school starts in the fall. Interns fall under the care of our Director of Youth Ministry in a mentoring relationship. The intern is encouraged and equipped to wade into deep relational ministry with our students. Hands-on learning also comes from the opportunity to design and implement youth ministry programs. Please review the attached Job Description for a rough idea of the typical set of responsibilities for the position. Of course, we believe in flexibility and would love to tailor your duties to your gifts and passions! Now that we’ve got you excited about the concept, you’re probably wondering about the practical side. Compensation… well, this is a paid internship! The hourly pay is $8.25, for 40 hours during the summer, and 10-15 beginning in the fall. Will part-time not cut it for you when fall rolls around? Our well-connected church family will be delighted to assist in finding additional employment around town, if desired. Additionally, Fort Lewis College (not a half-mile from the church) offers an excellent opportunity to knock out some classes to transfer home at the internship’s end.
First Presbyterian Church Purpose: To invest in the Intern by giving him or her experience in ministry leadership, working primarily within the Youth Ministry Program. Accountability: To the Pastor as head of staff, and the Director of Youth Ministries (DYM) as mentor and supervisor. Responsibilities: June to Augustq Plan and lead (with the assistance of other staff and members of the church) weekly activities for the Middle School Youth. q Plan and lead (with the assistance of other staff and members of the church) every-other-weekly activities for the Senior High Youth. q Communicate plans and activities to youth and to the congregation at large (email, phone calls, postcards, bulletin inserts, newsletter articles, etc.). q Serve as a counselor for 2-3 weeks of summer trips (camps, conferences, etc.). q Help plan (with the Dir. of Children’s Ministry and Christian Education Committee) the annual Vacation Bible School. Serve as a leader/teacher in VBS. q Meet regularly with the Pastor and DYM for coaching, planning, and supervision. q Meet monthly with the Christian Education (CE) Committee q Participate in (with the assistance of other staff and members of the church) summer activities for elementary school youth. September to Mayq Take primary responsibility to plan and lead Middle School Youth program (with the assistance of other staff and adult volunteers). q Assist occasionally with the Senior High Youth program. q Participate in, and help plan weekend retreats and special events as time allows (lock-ins, fall retreats, ski retreats, etc.) q Communicate plans and activities to youth and to the congregation (email, phone calls, postcards, bulletin inserts, newsletter articles, etc.). q Meet regularly with the Pastor and/or the DYM for coaching, planning, and supervision. q Meet monthly with the CE Committee (assuming meetings do not conflict with college class schedule, if applicable). Help with additional youth programs when requested. q Other duties as assigned. Revised 02-08-2007 Click on this Link to print out an Application Form
Interested? Get in touch with us! Submit resume and
application to: http://www.fpcdurango.org
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