Student Staff

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ohio.

📋 Description

• Engage in impactful Young Life ministry through training and hands-on field ministry experience.

• Create an annual personal growth plan focusing on spiritual disciplines, prayer, reflection, and comprehension of God’s Word.

• Take part in a church community and contribute to the spiritual life within the Young Life community.

• Guide teams and individuals in their spiritual development.

• Regularly meet with volunteer leaders and area leadership.

• Recruit and train new leaders while building a robust leadership team.

• Exemplify excellence in contact work, club activities, Campaigners, and camping.

• Attend and engage in assigned area leadership activities.

• Secure financial support and uphold donor care practices.

• Provide ministry updates to personal donor partners.

• Assist with fundraising for camps and participate in occasional committee and adult events.

• Participate in all three levels of contact work.

• Take a leadership role in Young Life club and Campaigners/discipleship ministry.

• Aid in implementing strategies for summer and school-season camping.

• Potentially serve on summer staff or in designated roles at a Young Life property.

• Adhere to Young Life policies and procedures while maintaining a professional demeanor.

• Set and evaluate yearly ministry and personal objectives.

• Assist with administrative tasks when assigned.

• Submit expense reports clearly and in a timely manner.

• Carry out additional duties assigned based on skills, experience, and area needs.

• Complete assigned tasks under the supervision of the area director or mentor.

• Receive tailored training in spiritual growth, character development, and ministry skills.

• Familiarize yourself with area strategies and ministry health.

• Learn principles of personal fundraising and engage in Young Life discipleship experiences.

⛳️ Requirements

• All Young Life employees must sign a Statement of Faith.

• Must profess a belief in Jesus Christ as personal Savior and Lord.

• Must agree to the Young Life statements and policies required of staff, including the Young Life Statement of Faith.

• Must be prepared and willing to fulfill ministry responsibilities as necessary.

• Must avoid actions and statements that undermine Young Life’s biblical standards.

• Must comply with all Young Life policies and practices, including those related to religious beliefs or ministry activities.

• Currently pursuing a college degree.

• Demonstrated relational abilities with both children and adults.

• Proven verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Must reside in Stark County, Ohio.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement

• Part-time employment