Ridgewood Park UMC: Summer Youth Ministry Intern
Date Posted: 4/14/2023
Ridgewood Park UMC, Dallas, TX
Job Description
Ridgewood Park United Methodist Church is looking for a Summer Youth Ministry Intern to help with the needs of our summer trips and events. This is a great opportunity for those interested in working with youth in a ministry setting, but it is not a requirement to be interested in working in ministry.
This position will work with and report directly to the Director of Children and Youth Ministries at RPUMC.
Responsibilities
- Attend and help lead youth activities on Sunday mornings, Sunday nights, mission trip, VBS, BigStuf trip and various other planned events
- Be present with youth, building relationships and encouraging them to engage and participate
- Help plan and lead youth group activities
- Work with adult volunteers as necessary to ensure a welcoming, safe environment for youth at all times
- Work with the Youth Director on communications and social media
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the Youth Director
- Have fun!
Expectations
- Arrive at least 30 minutes before all events
- Be respectful and professional when communicating with parents and adult volunteers
- Communicate regularly with the Youth Director
- Have interest and excitement in leading youth, especially in their personal relationships with God
- Need to attend BigStuf June 18-24 and UM ARMY mission trip July 9-14
- Pass a background check and Ministry Safe Training
- At least 18 and a full year out of high school
Hours and Pay
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$3000 for the entire summer
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Hours are flexible and depend on events during the week. Without trips, can expect about ~15 hrs/wk
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Start date end of may/beginning of June, end date mid-August. Start/end dates are flexible if needed based on college end/start dates
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Trips will be covered
How to Apply
Email a resume to Christy Allen, the Director of Children and Youth Ministries, at
Contact Email: [email protected]
Contact Phone: 214-369-9259