Description:

Amelia County, Va., is a wonderfully rural county southwest of Richmond that affords both peaceful living and proximity to many conveniences. Its population of 13,000+ (73% white, 20% black, 4% Hispanic, 3% other) is a good mix of newer residents and multi-generational families. It is a largely agricultural economy (corn, soybeans, beef cattle) with a growing light industrial sector. Amelia High School is in the center of the county and has approximately 550 students. There are also teens who attend Amelia Academy nearby. There are more than 30 small churches throughout the county. Within the Village of Amelia is a grocery store, various restaurants and retailers. The urban and suburban stores and restaurants are only 20-30 minutes away in Chesterfield, Richmond, Farmville or Blackstone.

Responsibilities:

• Spiritual Development​ —​ Actively model a life of “following Jesus” that includes prayer and spiritual disciplines, fellowship, growth and health, and church relationships.
• Leadership Development​ —​ Provide support for volunteer leaders, actively recruit new leaders, and train and equip the team.
• Resource Development​ — Participate and take the lead in running fundraising events, caring for donors, public relations, and raising personal support.
• Direct Ministry — Lead a team in contact work, club, Campaigners and camping.
• Training — Learn alongside other Old Dominion Region staff at regional training meetings and complete Young Life training courses (New Staff Training, Leadership I and II, Winter Training).

Qualifications:

• A deep prayer life and commitment to Jesus first — both in ministry and personally.
• Adaptable: Able to work with all kinds of people and community leaders.
• Desire to work with middle school, high school or college students/teen moms/friends with disabilities.
• Desire to develop discipleship opportunities for teenagers.
• Readiness to model relational ministry with teenagers by participating in direct ministry and teaching leaders how to do contact work and build relationships with kids.
• Ability to develop, grow and retain volunteer leaders.
• Willingness to fundraise with the support of a fundraising coach.
• Ability and desire to work with people from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Willingness to partner with local churches to be most effective in reaching every kid.
• Ability to commit to the area for at least two years.

Benefits:

• ​Medical, dental and vision coverage (at no cost to you).
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 401(k) matching plan (up to four percent).​​
• Health club benefit.
• And more!

How to Apply:

Please submit an online application, including resume and cover letter, via the button below.