JUVENILE JUSTICE MINISTRY

Overview

Be among the first 25 applicants. San Joaquin Valley Youth For Christ (YFC) is a non-denominational Christian ministry dedicated to reaching young people, especially those who are incarcerated or post-incarcerated, by introducing them to the Gospel and discipling them for life. The Juvenile Justice Ministry Coordinator is a part-time leadership role overseeing all YFC ministry programs and outreach efforts to incarcerated and post-incarcerated youth aged 11-19 within the San Joaquin Valley. The coordinator will be responsible for strategic development, program health, reporting, scheduling, volunteer management, fundraising, and upholding YFC's core spiritual and cultural attributes.

Responsibilities

• Ministry Leadership & Oversight : Direct and guide staff and volunteer teams within the Juvenile Justice Ministry area, ensuring alignment with YFC\'s "5 Essentials" and national best practices; develop strategies for the health, growth, and effectiveness of all ministry sites serving incarcerated and post-incarcerated youth; regularly evaluate ministry impact and outcomes; build cooperative relationships with facility staff and administration; participate in the YFC Leadership Blueprint process; assist new ministry staff through the YFC Credentialing process.
• Ministry Growth & Outreach : Collaborate to develop and execute a vision for ministry expansion; lead recruitment, training, and development of volunteers entering juvenile justice facilities; learn and train others in the "Three-Story" model of relational evangelism and discipleship; build a strategic community support team.
• Administrative & Reporting : Manage administrative functions, reporting, scheduling, and accurate program records; ensure timely submission of reports; oversee data related to participation, outcomes, and volunteer engagement; manage program resources and operational efficiency.
• Volunteer Management : Develop and manage recruiting, training, and retention plans for volunteers; provide ongoing oversight and support to volunteers.
• Donor Development : Participate in fundraising efforts and develop local support for ministry sites; partake in Faithful Development Activity requirements.
• Spiritual Responsibilities : Maintain a deep personal commitment to the Christian faith; participate in regular prayer, devotion, and worship; model empathy and care; potential to be commissioned or licensed as a minister of the Gospel through YFC processes.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Position Requirements

Benefits

All employees receive vacation and sick leave. All employees receive mileage reimbursement. All part-time employees receive cell phone reimbursement up to $50 / month.

Fundraising & Equal Employment Opportunity

All YFC employees are expected to participate in fundraising activities to support ministry; EEO statements apply, and YFC reserves the right to make employment decisions based on religious beliefs and alignment with our mission. Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities will be provided unless it causes undue hardship. We strive for Kingdom-inspired diversity and growth opportunities for employees.

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