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Working under the direction of the Program Director (“PD”), this position is responsible for the creation and administration of the Middle School (Grades 6-8) and High School (Grades 9 - 12)
Youth Religious Education (“RE”) Program and the Young Adult Program at FUUSD.
This work includes:
- Developing programs and content/curricula for all Youth & Young Adult RE Programs that are guided by and rooted in the Principles of the Unitarian Universalist Church.
- Recruiting, training, and supporting volunteer staff to support the Youth & Young Adult
Programs
- Developing and administering the Coming of Age and Bridging programs at FUUSD.
- Coordinating the Youth and Young Adult aspects of the Our Whole Lives (OWL) Programs at
FUUSD.
- Planning, facilitating, and attending Youth & Young Adult events and retreats as necessary, often in collaboration with other Unitarian Universalist professionals in the region.
- Planning and facilitating worship experiences with Youth and Young Adults.
- Facilitates Youth and Young Adult participation in social justice activities.
- Attending weekly staff meetings (Tuesdays from Noon to 2:00), bi-monthly meetings with PD, and scheduling/attending other meetings as necessary for the smooth operation of Youth &
Young Adult Programs.
- Coordinating with other groups within the church to facilitate the involvement of Youth &
Young Adults in the life of the Congregation as a whole.
- Actively engaging with other professionals in the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) and Liberal Religious Education Association (LREDA) for collaboration, support, and ongoing professional development.
- Keeping Youth and Young Adults aware of local and regional programs of interest and encouraging participation.
Other Responsibilities:
Participate in weekly staff meetings
Participate in regular supervision meetings with PD
The ideal candidate will have…
1. A strong understanding of UU Principles and values, and the ability to create programming that reflects them.
2. A strong commitment to and experience with Anti-Racist, Anti-Oppression, Multicultural, and Inclusivity work (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion).
3. The ability to set appropriate boundaries and to maintain the right relations with youth, young adults, parents, the congregation, and the staff.
4. Effective communication skills and the ability to effectively engage with people of all ages and a variety of theological positions.
5. Experience with restorative practices and the ability to facilitate conflict resolution.
6. Experience in education, curriculum development, program administration, or similar.
7. Knowledge of group dynamics/process and extensive experience with group facilitation.
8. Strong organizational and administrative skills including the ability to recruit/manage volunteers and the ability to maintain a budget.
9. Experience working with Youth &/or Young adults (preferably both)
10. Strong written and oral communication skills.
11. Basic computer & technology skills including word processing, social media, Zoom, email, and other forms of digital communication, and comfort with working in an environment that is increasingly multi-platform in nature.
12. Certification as an Our Whole Lives (OWL) Facilitator for Grades 7-9/10-12 or willingness to take the required training(s).
Annual Compensation: This is a part-time, 20-hour per week, Sundays required position. Annual salary is dependent on experience/education and training starting at $23,800; benefits may include health insurance, retirement (starting in the second year unless already vested through the
UUA’s retirement program) and professional expenses. Details about these benefits are to be discussed fully within the interview process. A background check will be required for employment in this position.
First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community, and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate about age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, marital status, abilities, socioeconomic status, spiritual practice or religious belief.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $23,800.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
COVID-19 considerations:
Our workplace currently has the following COVID-19 protocols: outdoors: no masks required; indoors: masks required. We require vaccinations and boosters.
Work Location: One location