Description:

This is a full-time ministry position with Young Life, serving the Black Forest Academy as the Chaplain's Assistant.

The Black Forest Academy (BFA) is an International Christian School that has been serving missionary families since 1956. More than 80% of the students are missionary kids who have grown up in over 40 countries around the world. 50% of the students are boarding students in the school's ResLife program. Most of the students could communicate the Gospel at a young age, but many are still trying to figure out if it's something they can give their lives to. Young Life has had a ministry presence at Black Forest Academy since 2010. Adult and student volunteers are trained in a relational way to know how to share about Jesus as they serve the school by organizing weekly chapels, small groups, Wyld Life club, as well as an all-school retreat and service projects. By reaching these students with the powerful truth of the Gospel, we have a chance to reach the world. Join us!!

Responsibilities:

Spiritual Development — “Following Jesus” includes prayer and spiritual disciplines, fellowship, growth and health and church relationships.

• Develop a yearly personal growth plan that fosters a vibrant spiritual life including time for solitude, retreat, reflection, prayer and a sincere commitment to understanding God’s Word.
• Prepare and attend High School & Middle School Chapel
• Assist Worship Team weekly
• Maintain a schedule readily available to students throughout the day

Leadership Development​ — “Equipping leaders, committee and staff” includes key volunteer care, recruiting, team building and training, supervision and vision casting.

• Establish mentor guidelines with Chaplain
• Ensure clear communication between mentors/leaders and parents
• Assist in training leaders, team leaders and committee how to work effectively in teams and develop a yearly ministry strategy.

Direct Ministry​ — “Proclaiming and modeling” includes contact work, club, Campaigners and camp.

• Prepare and participate in annual Service Project as well as the high school retreat
• Orchestrate Small Groups
• Attend middle school and high school chapel

Ministry Support — “Taking care of business” includes accounting, administration, communication (internal), data management and strategic plan.

• Adhere to all Young Life policies and procedures and maintain professionalism concerning office hours, dress, conduct and time management.
• Manage finances with stewardship, accountability and transparency using the mission-wide applications.
• Maintain accurate information on kids, leaders and donors for area records.

Education:

• College degree.

Qualifications:

• Has some experience youth ministry or Young Life
• Ability to thrive in a multicultural environment.
• Proven relational skills with both kids and adults.
• Strong organizational and management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Three-year minimum commitment.

Benefits:

Housing supplements and cost of living adjustments help make living overseas affordable for international staff. In addition, staff may raise funds and be reimbursed for the purchase of a vehicle, an annual personal trip to see family, pre-K through 12th grade private school education for dependent children, language school, moving expenses, and a one-time bonus of up to two-months’ salary.

How To Apply:

To better help us serve you in your inquiry process, please take a moment to fill out the International Inquiry Form available via the button below.

Questions about international?​ Email our international employment coordinator at jboulos@sc.younglife.org.