Skill set Summary - Youth Ministry Workers

Recent "Cross-Platform" Training Document we developed for
youth ministry interns and school/chaplaincy volunteers. (AH)

Skills for a Youth Ministry Worker

Planning
Goal Setting
Planning Implementation
Prioritising

Self-Leadership
Spiritual Orientation
Prayer Life
Supervision

Soft Skills Development
Active Listening & Communication
Empathy
Rapport Building
Empowering the young person

Awareness of Environment
Perceiving & Interpreting the system
Flexible responding
Communication of Significant & Relevant Content

Theology in Reflection & Practice
Critical thinking about Bible texts & doctrine
Work through arising issues in community calmly with directive leadership
Impart principles in accessible way

Coaching of Others
Leadership skills
Management of time & event
Training – methods, imparting vision and skills



Rev. Al Hewetson, 2011.