Jobs / Employment Opportunities

JOBS / Employment Opportunities

Lake Grove Presbyterian Church is a congregation of about 1,400 members
located in Lake Oswego, OR.

Open Positions:

Children's Ministry Intern

Youth Ministry Intern

Assistant Director, Youth Ministries

JOB DESCRIPTION

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY INTERN

PURPOSE

1. To train and equip a faithful intern for the work of the ministry as they discern their calling to a profession in children’s ministry.

2. To assist in the on-going children’s ministry of Lake Grove Presbyterian Church.

ACCOUNTABILITY

The Children's Ministry intern will be accountable to the Director of Children’s Ministry (Susie Graham) and to the Associate Pastor for Equipping (Rev. Graig Flach).

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assist weekly in supporting the volunteers in Sunday School.

2. Weekly mentoring meetings with the Director of Children's Ministry to discuss goals

and responsibilities.

3. Assist and prepare for Discovery Bible Camp (June 16-20).

4. Assist, attend and prepare for Camp Tilikum (June 30-Jul 3).

5. Assist and prepare for fellowship activities (Games on the Green & 45ers)

6. Research appropriate program and supplies for music, games, crafts, food and

devotionals.

7. Work with the Children's Ministry staff in developing a timeline of scheduled events,

publicity, recruiting of volunteers, training of volunteers and program format.

QUALIFICATIONS

A qualified candidate will:

Demonstrate a commitment to Christ and Christian ministry.
Feel called to professional ministry, specifically working with children.
Possess and exhibit a genuine love for children.
Show a strong desire to win young people for Christ.
Have the ability to learn hands-on and the desire to be mentored.
Establish and maintain appropriate personal relationships with children, parents, volunteer leaders, and church staff.
Have demonstrated previous leadership skills and history of servanthood. Be committed to working as an active member of the children's ministry staff.
At least 18 years of age and a graduate from high school.

COMMITMENT

A commitment of one summer season is required in accepting this position. Dates are June 9 through August 17. This commitment may or may not coincide with internship requirements from an academic institution.

PROVISIONS

This position provides a unique opportunity to work with a healthy children's ministry, learn the responsibilities needed for effective leadership, and obtain the skills and knowledge to discern whether ministry to children might be a career choice. This is a part-time, non-exempt position for 10 weeks during the summer.

EVALUATION

If the internship coincides with school course credit, the Directors of Children's Ministry will work with the intern to complete all requirements and evaluations to meet course credit requirements. Formal evaluation may be made in conjunction with the LGPC Personnel Commission as it pertains to the Intern’s paid position at LGPC.

Click HERE for a downloadable application for this position.

For additional information contact:

Susie Graham

susieg@lakegrovepres.org

503-636-5656 x121

JOB DESCRIPTION

YOUTH MINISTRY INTERN

PURPOSE

1. To train and equip a faithful intern for the work of the ministry as they discern their calling to a profession in youth ministry

2. To assist in the on-going youth ministry of Lake Grove Presbyterian Church

ACCOUNTABILITY

The Youth Ministry intern will be accountable to the Director and Asst. Director of Youth Ministries.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate in weekly MS & HS youth groups
Participate in summer events and activities
Attend weekly equipping meetings with youth ministry staff
Develop area of special focus/ministry niche appropriate with gifting and/or sense of call
Plan two special summer outings as part of the Super Tuesday - Thrilling Thursday summer youth ministry
Perform routine office tasks as directed by supervisors

QUALIFICATIONS

A qualified candidate will:

Demonstrate a commitment to Christ and Christian ministry
Desire to explore their personal calling to vocational ministry, specifically working with youth.
Possess and exhibit a genuine love for students
Show a strong desire to win young people for Christ
Have the ability to learn hands-on and the desire to be mentored
Establish and maintain appropriate personal relationships with students, parents, volunteer leaders, and church staff
Have demonstrated previous leadership skills and history of servanthood.
Be committed to working as an active member of the youth ministry staff.
Be at least 18 years of age and a graduate from high school.

COMMITMENT

A commitment of one summer season is required in accepting this position. The dates are June 1, 2008 until August 31, 2008. This commitment may or may not coincide with internship requirements from an academic institution.

PROVISIONS

This position provides a unique opportunity to work with a healthy youth ministry, learn the responsibilities needed for effective leadership, and obtain the skills and knowledge to discern whether ministry to young people might be a career choice. This is a part-time, non-exempt position for the summer.

EVALUATION

If the internship coincides with school course credit, the Director and Asst. Director of Youth Ministry will work with the intern to complete all requirements and evaluations to meet course credit requirements. Formal evaluation may be made in conjunction with the LGPC Personnel Commission as it pertains to the Intern’s paid position at LGPC.

Application

You can download an application form by clicking HERE. Application deadline is May 1, 2008.

Additional information is available by contacting:

Kathleen Fast

kathleen@lakegrovepres.org

503-636-5656 x117

LAKE GROVE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Title: Assistant Director of Youth Ministries

Purpose: To provide a vibrant Christ-centered ministry for the youth of Lake Grove Presbyterian Church and to guide and equip them on their faith journey

Accountability: The Assistant Director of Youth Ministries reports to the Director of Youth Ministries.

Work Schedule: Generally Sunday through Thursday

Evaluation: Annual reviews are conducted by the Director of Youth Ministries and submitted to the Executive Director of Ministries and the Personnel Commission.

Responsibilities

Program:

High School (Entheos)

Build, equip, and maintain a team of volunteer leaders.
Implement a biblically-based and cluturally relevant ministry vision through high school programming. Provide holistic programming to meet the needs of students in each of four quadrants: knowledge, community, worship, and ministry/service.
Build relationships with students.

Be responsible for Entheos high school youth group meetings.

Facilitate small group ministry for Entheos students.
Provide a Sunday morning discussion time or class for 9th-12th grades.
Provide annual thirteen-week confirmation class.
Lead an annual student mission that challenges students to experience the fullness of Christ through knowing Him and making Him known.
Provide local mission opportunities throughout the calendar year.
Oversee youth ministry fund-raising efforts (B.A.S.H.).

Plan and organize trips and monthly events for high school students.
Use all church channels for scheduling and promoting high school events.

Ensure accurate address and attendance records are maintained.

Make a strategic contribution to the Middle School ministry.

Be a known and accepted part of the Fish community.
Assist with major program pieces such as retreats and Suttle Lake Camp.
Attend special events that contribute to building relationships with students.
Advocate and be an ambassador for youth within the greater church body building bridges between the older and the younger.
Be available for counseling students and parents or facilitating professional counseling by referral, with input from the pastoral staff.

Administration

Co-develop program vision in cooperation with the Director of Youth Ministries.
Be the primary leader in the absence of the director.
Analyze and report to the director and to the Christian Education & Nurture Commission financial costs associated with trips and events.
Provide excellent communication to students, families, and the congregation about current events and new directions in the high school ministry.
Attend Christian Education and Nurture Commission Meetings.
Participate in Session twice per year and when the annual youth ministry report is given for Confirmation.

Miscellaneous

Grow spiritually in knowledge and depth of insight of scripture and theology.
Model a life submitted to Jesus Christ and in love with God.
Lead staff and students by example, seeking to have a vibrant and growing relationship with God (Gal 5:22, 2Ti 2:2), including a growing understanding of Scripture and theology.
Be equipped to guide students on their faith journey.
Establish rapport with families in the youth ministry.
Provide resources for parents and families involved in the youth ministry.
Be able to practically articulate and implement the “Get Connected, Get Changed, Get Going” process with individual students as outlined in the Youth Ministry Team Handbook conveying the concepts of knowledge, community, worship, and service.
Stay current on trends and movements within youth culture and the youth ministry community.

While still being fully responsible/accountable, the Assistant Director of Youth Ministries may, and should, delegate to volunteer staff and/or the Program Assistant as approved by the Director of Youth Ministries.

Send resume to:

ADYM Search Committee

c/o Lake Grove Presbyterian Church

4040 Sunset Drive

Lake Oswego, OR 97035

or email resume to info@lakegrovepres.org (please note in subject box "Asst. Youth Director Position")