The Bridge Church

Youth Director

Part-Time

Mission and Vision of the Bridge Church The Bridge Church exists to connect people to God, to others, and to purpose. That’s our mission, and it’s what we’re always striving to do. Our vision is to do whatever it takes to connect Central Jersey with the love of Jesus. We have a passion to reach people who are far from God, and then to disciple those who come to faith to become thriving followers of Jesus. About This Role The Youth Director at The Bridge Church provides leadership, vision, and discipleship for students in grades 6–12. This role focuses on creating dynamic, Christ-centered environments where students can grow in their faith, build meaningful relationships, and take their next steps with Jesus. The Youth Director leads the Thursday Night Youth Group & oversees the Sunday Morning Middle School group, while also equipping leaders, engaging parents, & integrating students into the broader life of the church. Primary Responsibilities and Tasks of the Youth Director - Plan, lead, and teach weekly Thursday Night Youth Group gatherings for middle and high school students, creating engaging, fun, and spiritually formative experiences. - Oversee the Sunday Morning MS & HS groups, providing age-appropriate teaching/discipleship. - Implement strategy for outreach, discipleship, and leadership development within the youth ministry. - Create opportunities for students to serve in church ministries, community outreach, and missions. - Recruit, train, & equip adult leaders and volunteers to serve as mentors and role models for students. - Lead volunteer team meetings and provide ongoing encouragement, coaching, and accountability. - Build a leadership pipeline to develop student leaders within the ministry. - Partner with parents, equipping them to be the primary disciplers of their students. - Communicate consistently with parents about youth ministry events, teaching topics, and resources. - Provide care and support to families of students when needed. - Plan and oversee youth retreats, camps, mission trips, and special events. - Collaborate with the Family Life Pastor and other staff to integrate youth into church-wide activities. - Ensure all events are safe, organized, and aligned with the mission of The Bridge Church. - Manage scheduling, communication, and logistics for youth ministry programs. - Develop and oversee the youth ministry budget in partnership with the Family Life Pastor. - Ensure compliance with church policies for safety, volunteer screening, and child protection. - Track attendance, engagement, and spiritual growth of students. Strengths & Skillset - Exhibits a personal and growing relationship with God and a teachable spirit. - A love and passion for young people, evangelism, and outreach. - Willingness to relate to the unique needs of teenagers in today’s culture. - A self-motivated leader capable of creating and executing a long-term vision. - Strong strategic planning and administrative skills. - Excellent relational skills to communicate with students and parents. - A working knowledge of creative programming for student programs and events. Your Team This position reports to the Family Life Pastor. Personal Responsibilities While not specifically related to the job, here are some personal responsibilities of everyone in leadership at The Bridge Church - Maintain God-ordained priorities in your life by putting Jesus Christ first, your spouse second, your children third, and the ministry fourth. - Give at least 10% of your income toward the mission and vision of the Bridge Church. - Be loyal to the vision and staff of TBC and always protect the unity of the church. - Demonstrate a Christ-like attitude through all interactions with congregation, staff, and volunteers. - Invest and invite the lost to know Jesus and come to The Bridge Church. Your Schedule This is a stipend position with 15 hours a week including Thurs (12p-9p) Sunday (8a-2p)