HARLAN HARPER

Lee’s Summit, MO ***** 913-***-****

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Social Services

Experienced and compassionate professional with dynamic communication, relationship-building, and service oriented skills. Practiced in working with diverse, underserve populations both domestically and internationally through a variety of professional positions. Enthusiastic presenter and speaker driven to motivate and inspire others to serve their community. Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, iMovie, and Lexi graphic.

Areas of Strength and Expertise

Relationship Building

Youth Ministry & Outreach

Fundraising

Program Management

Technical Writing

Budget Planning & Analysis

Tactful Communicator

Result-Oriented

Mission Trips

Professional Experience

Lee Summit United Methodist Church, City, ST 2013 to Present

Youth Pastor

Managed all aspects of youth community events, mission trips, and fundraising programs. Responsible for establishing youth ministry budget to coincide with the vision of the church. Taught both the weekly Sunday School as well as administering the mid-week youth group.

Key Accomplishments:

Increased Sunday School attendance from three to 50 participants and youth group from six to over 45 participants through development of dynamic, engaging programming and curriculum.

Led mission trips with 50 middle school and 45 high school students.

Created a stronger community through development of a leadership group, enhancement of the volunteer core, administration of parent events, and large youth outreach events.

Presbyterian Church of Stanley, Stanley, KS 2001 to 2013

Job Title

Oversaw the critical elements of youth and young adult ministry for a congregation of 1200 people, including but not limited to local, national and international missions; budget development and fundraising; website development and maintenance; social networking; volunteer training and enrichment; curriculum development; spiritual advisement; preaching; and working with students on accountability and care.

Key Accomplishments:

Developed a strong internal team through the recruitment, training, and ongoing mentorship of skilled and dedicated individuals.

Boosted youth attendance by a dramatic 750% over a ten year period.

Evaluated a tenuous volunteer base and increased participation and impact through active participation and outreach.

Designed a unique internship program to meet the needs of a growing youth base.

Education and Training

Bachelor of Arts in Social Work

UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS Location

Ministry Certification

NAZARENE THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY Location