MinistryHub is honored to partner with Breiel Church in their search for a Youth Pastor. Please direct all applications through MinistryHub and any inquiries to hello@ministryhub.org.

We are looking for a passionate, "go-getter" type leader for our youth ministry. Breiel Church, located just 30 minutes north of Cincinnati with a mission to "Inspire people to Love, Live and Lead like Jesus to change the world." This church is full of great people who have a desire to reach their community and beyond for Jesus. The Lead Pastor and our leadership are continuing to build a staff with a sincere passion for ministry and also enjoy it all along the way. So if you are looking for a youth ministry position where you can lead, cast vision, try new things and be part of an awesome team, Breiel may be for you.

The Youth Pastor/Director provides point leadership for the entire Youth Ministry (grades 6 thru 12) at Breiel Church. The Youth Pastor/Director reports to the Lead Pastor and has a working relationship with the Breiel Kids Director, other staff and Board of Elders.

Primary Ministry Role Functions & Responsibilities



• Develop an intentional ministry that includes group building, worship, discipleship, outreach and missions.

• Establish a long-term vision for how the church engages youth.

• Develop and execute a strategic plan for the youth ministry.

• Reach out to unchurched youth in the community, engage them with the gospel, and involve them in the work of the church.

• Recruit, develop, and deploy new volunteers for the church’s youth ministry.

• Maximize use of the youth building - make it great, presentable and steward it well.

• Provide leadership over all aspects of the youth ministry, including gatherings, outreach, and small groups.

• Help with any tasks needed to make Breiel and its ministries amazing. While the primary focus is youth ministry, it is important to also be a part of the larger team.

• Recruit, audition, and train new youth ministry team members.

• Facilitate opportunities for students to serve in youth ministry and other areas of ministry.

• Partner with parents, especially communicating with parents who have students involved in the youth ministry.

• Connect with students throughout the week - show up in their lives beyond church gatherings.

• Provide fundraising opportunities for students to assist in costs for events such as camp, retreats, youth conventions, etc.

• Participate in Staff Meetings and retreats.

• Continued education and development.

• Occasional speaking for Sunday services.

• Maintain efforts of healthy spiritual formation, self care and ministry.

• Engage with our partner Hispanic ministry here and their youth as well.

• Other things that may come up, as needed.

What a Win Looks Like

• The Youth Pastor/Director is recognized as the visible leader of the Youth Ministry as a whole.

• Every student and every Youth Ministry Team Member is cared for.

• Students are engaged in meaningful ways with the Gospel, and there is fruit shown through the efforts of the Youth Ministry.

• There is clear, thorough communication with Youth Ministry Team members and everyone understands their roles and expectations to be on the team.

• The Youth Ministry Team is trained and able to function well on their own.

Keys to Winning

• Model Christ-like leadership to students, families, Youth Ministry Volunteers, Breiel Church co-workers, and the church.

• Communicate consistently with the Lead Pastor, Breiel leadership and your team.

• Pray consistently for your team.

• Develop and implement a strategy for identifying and recruiting new Youth Ministry volunteers.

• Accepting of feedback and implementing ways to improve in your personal growth as well as the growth of the Youth Ministry Team.

Qualifications

• Our ideal candidate: has at least 3 years experience in leading a ministry to teens of various grade levels and has a proven history of demonstrating spiritual maturity in their ministry.

• Must have past ministry experience and demonstrate a competent ability to develop an effective and growing ministry. We are not simply looking for someone to maintain where we are - we want someone with vision to help lead the ministry forward.

• Bachelor’s Degree in ministry related field or minimum 3-years full-time ministry experience.

• Understanding of current youth culture.

• Work as a collaborative and cooperative member of Breiel Church leadership.

• Currently ordained or will pursue ordination in the Church of God (Anderson).

• Willingness to be flexible to adapt to church ministry needs.

Position is full time, which includes salary, pension and other benefits