Youth Pastor

Overview

https://bryannazarene.com

 

Job-Related Expectations

·     You are expected to lead some type of youth meeting twice a week.

·     You will need to have a vision for a preferred future of the youth ministry and have the ability to lead the youth ministry in the direction of the vision.

·     You need to be able to work well with our volunteer youth ministry staff.

·     You will need to be willing to take instruction from the lead pastor.

·     You will need to effectively communicate with the parents of our teens.

·     You will be expected to show regular church attendance, even to those events that they have no direct responsibilities for.

·     Some “extra” responsibilities beyond leading the regular youth meetings will be:     – Occasionally providing transportation for teens when necessary.

          – Leading community service events.

          – Leading fundraisers.

          – Serving as a summer camp counselor.

          – Leading social events (parties, etc.) for teens.

          – Leading outreach events.

 

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Personal Qualifications

·     Show evidence of Christian character.

·     Be in harmony with our church’s doctrine & beliefs.

·     Be willing to join our church in official membership.

·     Previous experience in youth ministry as either a paid staff member or as a volunteer is very helpful.

·     Some experience in music would be helpful – either vocal or instrumental or both, but not required.

·     Abilities in communication needed to be able to adequately teach lessons to teens.

·     Need a measure of knowledge of Bible content.

·     Technology skills will be helpful, specifically in creating visual aids for teaching.

·     Must either have a Bachelor’s degree or are within a year of two of completing one.

·     A commitment of at least one year is preferred.

·     It is helpful to have experience or show competence in counseling.

·     Must be a role model for our teens by your lifestyle and Christian devotion.

·     Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

 

 

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Salary, Benefits, Work Week & Date When Needed

 

·        Total Salary: $30,000 annual salary, paid in weekly increments (the youth pastor must pay for his or her lodging and health insurance from this annual salary amount).

·        Paid vacation time: two work weeks.

·        Minimum time spent in job-related work per week: 25 hours (schedule of hours to be determined).

·        Date when needed: ASAP