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Cal Farley's Boys Ranch

Nonprofit residential care and family support

Youth Ministry Intern

Internship
$25k+ Housing provided
Bachelor's
United States
In Person
Social & Community ServicesCommunity Outreach & Programs

About the job

Requirements
  • Must be mature and dependable.
  • Must be highly teachable, flexible, and open to new ideas.
  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited university is preferred.
  • Experience in Christian youth ministry, teaching, or childcare is preferred.
  • Basic computer knowledge is required.
  • Must possess exceptional communication, time management, and detail-orientation skills.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must be able to bend, lift, grasp, demonstrate fine hand/eye coordination, push and pull, and sit or stand for prolonged periods.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license.
  • Must be available for travel as needed.
Responsibilities
  • Exhibit regular and punctual attendance.
  • Live in Christian community with fellow interns and practice a shared rhythm of spiritual formation centered on prayer and Scripture and mutual accountability under the guidance of the Senior Chaplain, including quarterly retreats, daily prayer exercises, assigned readings, and weekly group prayer meetings.
  • Assist in carrying out an interdenominational Christian chapel ministry for youth that nurtures faith, discipleship, and healthy spiritual growth, including chapel services and other special worship services, Christian education for preadolescent and adolescent children, weekly devotionals for residents, regularly scheduled youth group meetings, special seasonal events, service projects, and trips.
  • Interns with musical training may be assigned to assist with music lessons, the student praise band, and other music events and ministry.
  • Provide pastoral care, spiritual guidance, discipleship, and crisis support for residents as needed, and communicate relevant follow-up to appropriate staff.
  • Provide a ministry presence and pastoral visitation to residents during clinic and hospital stays.
  • Help coordinate and supervise chapel trips, camps, and retreats that support worship, discipleship, and spiritual growth.
  • Support the operation of chapel media and technology used in worship services, teaching, and ministry events.
  • Regularly attend and support Boys Ranch extracurricular school activities and community activities as schedule allows.
  • Ensure the safety of youth involved in Chapel programs by following approved childcare supervision protocols.
  • Interact with residents in a Christ-centered, appropriate, and respectful manner.
  • Help responsibly maintain chapel facilities and equipment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

About the company

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Cal Farley's Boys Ranch

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Cal Farley's Boys Ranch is a Christ-centered nonprofit that provides residential childcare and family support for children facing difficult circumstances. Houseparents, caseworkers and counselors help young people build relationships and life skills through daily care, therapeutic services and experiential learning. Its work extends to community counseling, family preservation and alumni assistance with housing, case management and education. Donor gifts and investment-backed support from its foundation fund services offered without charge to families, who remain responsible for transportation and medical costs. Founded in 1939, the organization is headquartered in Amarillo, Texas.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Amarillo, TX

Founded

1939

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