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Youth worker posts

There are quite a few positions that parishes are looking to fill. Please send your CV in to the appropiate parish.

Part-time Youth and Children’s Leader – Howth
St. Mary’s Parish Church, Howth

The Position: St. Mary’s Parish Church Howth, is currently seeking to fill this new position of Youth & Children’s Leader for people in the age range 9 – 17. This position will be on a part time basis, i.e. 20 hrs. per week, and will take effect from circa September 2008. The successful candidate will be appointed on a one year, fixed term contract of employment. This period of employment may be extended and the successful candidate will be advised, one way or the other, three months prior to the end of this fixed term period. Since this is a new position, it would suit an enthusiastic individual who is creative and self driven and would view a blank canvas as an exciting opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:
Developing and implementing appropriate clubs, programmes and church services to facilitate the maximum engagement of young people in the life and witness of Howth Parish, other Christian Churches and the wider community.
Responsibility for setting up, managing and co-ordinating the various youth groups/activities on a year round basis.
Co-ordinating and implementing special events for young people during the year in liaison with neighbouring youth leaders, e.g. summer camps and/or social events during mid-term break and/or Easter break, etc.
Organising appropriate after school activities/clubs for the young people attending the Burrow School and separate activities for those leaving the Burrow School for second level education.
Fostering excellent communication channels with the Sunday School teacher(s) and the Principal of the Burrow School, to ensure a co-ordinated approach to youth activities.
Identifying and developing potential youth leaders within our Parish.
Enabling young people to understand and implement God’s work in relation to their family, education, employment, life in general and in the wider community.
Ensuring compliance with the Safeguarding Trust, which is the Church of Ireland’s Child Protection Programme.

In addition to the specific areas of responsibility outlined above, the successful candidate will, as a member of the Parish team, be required to play a proactive role in developing overall parish activities with regard to young people. As already mentioned, Howth Parish has a vibrant Sunday School and National School, both of whom will support the successful candidate in their activities.

The successful candidate will have the following attributes:-
The spiritual gift of leadership that expresses itself in a sincere heart to serve young people
The ability to drive best practice youth leadership and spiritual guidance within the parish and the wider community, so that the contribution of the youth of our parish is optimised
Possess excellent teamwork, inspirational and motivational skills.
Be enthusiastic, dynamic and self-motivated, with a genuine interest in the development of young people
Possess a personal style which encourages a culture of involvement and teamwork and actively encourages the social and spiritual development of youth within Howth Parish and the wider community
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Musical skills would be desirable
Good computer skills desirable

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

The ideal candidate will have:-
A background in Theology and/or Biblical studies
Experience in running youth group programmes
A proven track record of mentoring emerging youth leaders

Job Relationship:
A designated Youth Support Committee has been set up to assist the integration of the successful candidate into the Parish. The appointed candidate will liaise closely with this three person committee, on an ongoing basis, to ensure maximum support and guidance in the execution of their assigned responsibilities.

Applications:
A two-page Curriculum Vitae, clearly outlining your achievements to date, should be submitted as outlined below:
On line applications: howth@dublin.anglican.org
Hard Copy CVs. The Rectory. 37 St. Fintans Park, Sutton, Dublin 13.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 19th May 2008.
General: The Church of Ireland Parish of Howth is situated on the northern tip of Dublin Bay. It is a varied Parish, serving the communities of Howth, Sutton, Bayside and Baldoyle. The emerging community of ‘The Coast’, currently being built on the site of the old Baldoyle Racecourse, lies within the Parish boundary and will offer opportunities and challenges to our Church community. The Parish is a welcoming one that has recognised the need to develop our ministry to our young people, building on the work of a committed Sunday School. The Burrow National School, a dynamic 8 teacher National School, lies within the Parish. There is a good relationship between the School and the Parish that both parties would be keen to build upon. In addition, the Parish has good working relationships with other local churches. With this in mind, the Parish is seeking the services of a Youth & Children’s Leader to work in partnership with the Youth Support Committee. This position provides an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to the overall ministry of the Parish of Howth.

Part-time Youth and Children’s Leader – Glenageary

We are a vibrant church with a committed vision and enthusiasm for our young people and children. We are seeking to appoint a part – time Youth and Children’s Leader from early 2007. The initial contract will be for a period of three years.

The successful applicant will be in charge of youth activities within the Parish, covering all ages from 5 to 18 years of age and the post will involve specific responsibilities for leadership training, pastoral care and the development of youth and children work within the Parish. A copy of the job specification and an application form can be obtained from:
bq. The Rector, Rev. Gary Dowd,
No.1 Silchester Road, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin.
or by emailing Gary Dowd

Two Ministry Opportunities in Exodus Coleraine
Centre Manager
Role:
Setting up and providing on-going leadership and management of the alternative venue. Managing, recruiting, training and supporting volunteers. Building partnerships with, and working alongside local churches. Co-ordinating small group discipleship programmes and overseas missions opportunities. Overseeing a mentoring discipleship programme.
Applicants should have:
A personal Christian faith and be fully in sympathy with the ethos of Exodus. Significant experience of youth ministry and proven management and leadership skills. Experience of developing a ministry or ministries and the development of leaders. Experience in recruiting and retaining volunteers. A passion for the local church and the discipling of young adults. An understanding of contemporary youth culture.
Experience in a number of the following areas is desirable:
Involvement in developing partnerships between agencies and churches. Small group discipleship and 1 to 1 mentoring. Events programming. Delivering training. Contemporary Christian music.
Youth Ministry Co-ordinator
Role:
Recruiting, training and supporting volunteers. Managing small groups and overseas teams. Helping to run the alternative venue. Discipling young adults in a one-to-one and small group setting.
Applicants should have:
A personal Christian faith and be fully in sympathy with the ethos of Exodus. A passion for the local church and the discipling of young adults. An understanding of contemporary youth culture.
A commitment to the development of young leaders.
Experience in a number of the following areas is desirable:
Small group discipleship and 1 to 1 mentoring. Management and leadership skills. Experience in recruiting and retaining volunteers. Events programming. Delivering training. Contemporary Christian music.

Those wanting to apply should send a CV to:
Jim Brown