Youth Pastor

The Student Ministry Lead will coordinate ministry to Middle School and High School students (grades 6–12) and their families, with the goal of fostering spiritual growth and discipleship.

DETAILS:

Job Title: Student Ministry Lead

Job Status: Full Time

Hours of Work: Minimum 40 per week

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Strategic Leadership and Vision:

• Develop and implement a vision and strategy for the Student Ministry that aligns with the church’s mission.
• Set measurable goals for spiritual growth and engagement among students.
• Work closely with other ministry leads to ensure a cohesive and comprehensive Family Ministry experience.

2. Program Development and Implementation:

• Plan and oversee weekly gatherings, small groups, and mid-week programs for Middle and High School students.
• Implement curriculum that promotes both relational and spiritual development.
• Coordinate large events, retreats, and mission opportunities designed to challenge students to take next steps in deepening their faith and commitment to serving others.

3. Family Engagement and Partnership:

• Engage with parents and families, providing resources and support to encourage faith formation at home.
• Regularly communicate ministry goals, events, and updates to families, offering guidance on how to reinforce biblical application within the family structure.
• Organize parent meetings, workshops, and resources to equip parents as spiritual leaders for their teens.

4. Volunteer Recruitment and Development:

• Recruit, equip, and empower a team of adult volunteers to mentor students by leading small groups, and assist with Student Ministry programming.
• Foster a welcoming and relational environment for both students and volunteers.
• Conduct regular training sessions to ensure volunteers understand and support the Sunrise Philosophy and the church’s vision for student ministry.

5. Care and Discipleship:

• Provide support and guidance to students, building authentic relationships and creating an open environment where students feel valued, heard, equipped, and loved.
• Engage students in one-on-one and group settings, addressing their spiritual needs and offering biblical guidance and mentorship.
• Be present at students’ events, where possible, to show support and encouragement outside of church settings and develop volunteer group leaders who do the same.

6. Administrative Duties:

• Assist the Central NextGen Director in Managing the Student Ministry budget, ensuring resources are allocated effectively and responsibly.
• Maintain attendance records, event documentation, and other data to assess ministry effectiveness and engagement.
• Collaborate with the Family Ministry team at each campus on church-wide events, as well as the development of shared resources and strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Employment contingent upon the results of your background check.
• Bachelor’s degree in Ministry, Youth Ministry, Education, or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in student ministry within a church setting, preferably in a large , fast paced, mulit-ethnic, and multi-site church environment.
• Strong understanding, commitment and experience working in a collaborative, family-focused ministry.
• Proven leadership development, organization, and communication skills with the ability to connect with both students and their families.
• A heart for middle and high school students and a passion for helping them grow in their relationship with Christ.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.

PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES:

• Passionate about ministry to the Next Generation and dedicated to living out a Christ-centered life.
• Relational, approachable, and able to create an inclusive and engaging environment for students from diverse families and backgrounds..
• Skilled communicator with the ability to teach, mentor, and inspire students and volunteers.
• Self-starter, capable of setting and achieving goals independently and as part of a team.
• Committed to continuous personal and spiritual growth.

BENEFITS

• 403B employee contributions only
• Paid personal time off, accrued weekly
• Paid sick time off, accrued weekly