Youth Ministry Director at Aviano, U.S. Military Installation, Italy There are nearly 300,000 teenagers of active-duty U.S. military parents who are stationed all over the world. These teens move an average of seven times during their school-aged years. The questions of identity and belonging that all teens face grow even more challenging to answer amid starting over and meeting new friends at each location.
This is where you can be the difference in a military teen’s life! By being in their world, walking alongside them, and creating a community where they experience the truth of God’s love and purpose for them, our staff provide a safe space where teens can develop friendships and connections to experience laughter, build hope, and generate resiliency.
We are currently providing incarnational ministry at many military installations around the world. You will have the opportunity to lead and oversee the overall Young Life Military program, known as Club Beyond, which is ecumenically focused and outreach oriented.
Responsibilities
Actively develop healthy relationships with adults, as well as kids, and build vibrant relationships with the local community, the military installation, and the chapel community.
Be a role model (incarnational) and assist with developing community outreach to "unchurched" teens, discipleship to Christian teens, and leading and equipping volunteers to do "hands‑on" middle and high school Christian youth programs.
Work well in an environment that sees a high degree of turnover among teens, families, chaplains and volunteers due to high military operational tempo.
Be respectful of and embrace a community that is deeply influenced by a military culture.
Live out the Club Beyond Core Value Statement: Christ‑centered, incarnational, ecumenical, strategic partnership, professional, stewardship excellence.
Qualifications
A deep love for Christ and for lost teens.
Competent communicator with youths, parents, and senior military leaders.
Teachable heart.
Willingness to make a three‑year commitment.
Minimum of three years' youth ministry experience preferred.
College degree preferred.
Willingness to raise part of the budget through personal support.
Committed to a relational ministry approach.
Energetic.
Small event planning skills.
Strong initiative.
Note: this position would require our Staff to live near the community where they would be doing ministry.
Benefits
Full‑time salary: Based on experience, responsibility, and fundraising levels.
Full health coverage (including dental, vision and life insurance).
Expense reimbursement (mileage [office and ministry related]).
Training and career development is built into the job.
Location Club Beyond works on military installations all over the world. We currently have openings at:
In The USA
Fort Wainwright, Alaska
San Diego Installations, California
Travis Air Force Base, California
Joint Base Anacostia‑Bolling (JBAB), Washington, D.C.
Eglin Air Force Base, Florida
Fort Benning, Georgia
Fort Jackson, South Carolina
Joint Base Elmendorf‑Richardson (JBER), Alaska
Honolulu installations, Hawaii
Fort Riley, Kansas
Fort Bliss, Texas
Fort Belvoir, Virginia
Norfolk Installations, Virginia
Joint Base Lewis‑McChord (JBLM), Washington
Overseas
Various Locations in Germany
Naval Base Guam
Camp Zama, Japan
Aviano, Italy
Vicenza, Italy
Yokosuka, Japan
Contact us through:
Robert Raedeke: RecruitingTeam@clubbeyond.org
Want to know more about our mission and culture? Please check out clubbeyond.org to learn how Club Beyond has been changing the lives of military teens for over 40 years!
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