Youth Engagement Worker

About the role

Central Alberta Youth Unlimited (CAYU), a not-for-profit Christian organization, is hiring a full-time Youth Engagement Worker in Red Deer. The Youth Engagement Ministry Staff ministers to youth and families involved in the local Youth for Christ Youth Engagement program, working 30-40 hours per week. Salary and program funds are raised by the worker through personal ministry partnerships.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and supervise volunteers and build connections with youth.
• Serve local schools as needed and plan and run youth programs.
• Implement ministry through evangelism, mentorship and discipleship, including off-site programs.
• Recruit and orient volunteers, and provide prayer support, resources and encouragement to volunteer staff.
• Maintain donor relationships and help with fundraising events for the ministry.
• Communicate with parents of students in the program and represent CAYU positively to the community and other agencies.
• Complete monthly Ministry Reports and follow the Staff Policy Manual and health and safety requirements.
• Work under the guidance of the Director of Youth Engagement, attend staff meetings and pray for colleagues.
• Build an active relationship with God through a local church community and a small group or mentoring relationship.