About the role#
Young Life Military offers an internship for those who want to serve and grow in their walk with Christ. You will work with an experienced Club Beyond staff member at a military installation. This role focuses on building relationships with teens, modeling a personal example of Jesus Christ, and creating a community where they can build friendships and find support. You will lead and oversee the Club Beyond program, which is ecumenically focused and outreach oriented.
What you'll do#
- Meet weekly with supervising staff using Club Beyond team agenda tools.
- Lead and conduct Club Beyond club and small group ministry to teens.
- Develop a 90-day personal growth plan that fosters a vibrant spiritual life.
- Attend Chapel on installation regularly.
- Attend volunteer leader meetings and meet weekly with one volunteer to discuss their involvement.
- Recruit and train new leaders while building a leadership team.
- Raise financial support and communicate monthly updates with personal donor partners.
- Develop community outreach for unchurched teens.
- Lead and equip volunteers for middle and high school Christian youth ministry.
What you'll need#
- High school graduation at least 2 years prior to the internship.
- A deep love for Christ and for teens.
- Strong initiative and a teachable heart.
- Ability to communicate clearly.
- Willingness to raise part of the budget through personal support.
- Commitment to a relational ministry approach.
- Experience or skills in small event planning.
- High energy levels.
- Academic background in Psychology, Sociology, History, or Philosophy is helpful.
Location & details#
- Location: Fort Riley, Kansas.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Status: Full-time and paid.
- Note: You are responsible for raising the salary needed to participate in the program, ranging from $1160 to $4000 depending on the specific location and duration.
About Young Life
Young Life is a nonprofit organization based in Colorado Springs. Founded in 1941, it focuses on providing programs for adolescents. The organization employs 5,133 people. Staff and volunteers organize activities for youth.
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