Responsibilities with high school ministry

• Under the leadership of the Youth Director, help create and lead theologically grounded, culturally relevant, and engaging discipleship environments for high school youth through large groups, small groups, Bible studies, social events, and outreach opportunities.
• Build meaningful relationships with youth and volunteers by providing spiritual encouragement, mentorship, prayer, and consistent relational presence both within and outside ministry programming.
• Support the broader mission of West Side Youth by assisting with outreach initiatives, parent meetings, family ministry events, retreats, mission trips, and other key discipleship experiences.

Responsibilities with the youth ministry team

• Collaborate with the Director and Sr. Manager to align ministry programming with the vision of West Side Youth, helping develop long-term ministry goals, discipleship strategies, and family ministry integration.
• Oversee and execute the administrative, logistical, and operational needs of the ministry, including communication, scheduling, volunteer onboarding, event coordination, reporting, budgeting support, database management, and compliance with church safety policies.
• Help plan, coordinate, and improve West Side Youth programming and events throughout the year—including retreats, mission trips, outreach events, and social gatherings—while maintaining an engaging ministry presence both in-person and online.

Responsibilities with the Redeemer West Side Staff team

• Participate in regular RWS staff meetings, trainings and events
• Regularly worship at Redeemer West Side on Sunday mornings to allow for congregation interaction
• Update the RWS ministry calendar
• Liaise with the RWS Communications Manager regarding WSY events
• Liaise with RWS Ops and Events staff regarding WSY programming and events
• Timely communication on internal platforms (Slack, Asana, Tallie, etc.)
• Actively attend Redeemer West Side, pursuing meaningful involvement in the life of the church and working toward membership

Qualifications: 

• Available to work evenings, weekends, and a flexible ministry schedule
• Passion for Redeemer’s vision and serving youth and families in NYC
• Committed to the Gospel and the theology of the Reformed faith
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent ministry experience preferred
• Mature Christian character with integrity, humility, adaptability, and a teachable spirit
• Strong team player who thrives in dynamic environments and handles confidential information with care
• Able to serve and connect well within a culturally and socio-economically diverse community
• Willing to embrace all aspects of youth ministry, including behind-the-scenes responsibilities
• Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to work within the unique rhythms of ministry life, including evenings, weekends, and nontraditional hours common to serving youth and families in New York City

Skills/Experience: 

• Excellent communication, service and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to teach Bible, theology, and Christian discipleship to youth and adults
• Minimum of 2 years experience (volunteer or paid) participating in children’s, youth, or college ministry
• Established ability to speak before large and small groups with poise and enthusiasm
• Confirmed understanding of adolescent development including youth’s educational, social, and developmental needs
• Demonstrated ability to creatively plan and execute programs and events along with strong time management
• Experience managing volunteers under supervision

Preferred:

• Proficiency with Google Workplace and MSOffice (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Asana, Slack database and social networking applications
• Experience in social justice ministry
• CPR, AED, First Aid, and/or Safe from Harm certification

Full-time members of the Redeemer West Side team, are offered competitive salaries, paid time off, and benefits, to include:

• Fully paid Medical Plan Premiums
• Shared cost PPO Medical Plan Option
• Fully paid Dental insurance premiums, with dental buy-up plan option
• Fully paid Vision insurance premiums
• 403b Retirement, plus company contribution
• Redeemer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability and basic life insurance
• Voluntary accident, life, and AD&D policies for employee, spouse, and children
• Redeemer-funded HSA and HRA with elected high-deductible medical coverage
• Optional Limited Purpose FSA for dental, vision, and dependent care costs
• Transit / commuter benefit
• Counseling benefit

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill set; experience and training; licensure, certifications, and ordination; and other organizational needs.