Youth Director

Position: Youth Director

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Raleigh, NC

About Celebration Church

Celebration Church, located in North Raleigh, NC, is a vibrant, multicultural, multigenerational, growing church that is home to approximately 1,800 people, with an average Sunday morning attendance of 850. We are a Spirit-filled church—but not weird—embracing modern worship and a contemporary approach to ministry. While we are not a perfect church, we are a healthy one, characterized by strong unity among our leadership team and a culture that feels like family. We love to have fun, maintain a laid-back atmosphere, and are passionate about restoring hope because we’re all about people. As our church continues to grow (likely adding a third service this year), we remain committed to biblical truth and holding firm to our mission of influencing our culture for the Kingdom of God.

Our Core Values

1. Jesus is the center of all we do. It’s about: knowing our source.
2. We pursue progression, not perfection. It’s about: transformation.
3. We believe every person is uniquely created by God. It’s about: being authentic.
4. We value relationships over issues. It’s about: unity.
5. We do what’s right, not what’s popular. It’s about: integrity.
6. We believe it is better to give than to receive. It’s about: generosity.
7. We do the very best with what we have. It’s about: excellence.
8. We embrace a healthy perspective in all areas of life. It’s about: balance.
9. We begin with the end in mind. It’s about: being intentional.
10. We are called to influence our culture. It’s about: kingdom living.

Position Overview

Celebration Church is seeking a full-time Youth Director to lead our middle school and high school ministries. This individual will be responsible for discipling students, building meaningful relationships, and creating environments that inspire young people to follow Jesus. The right candidate will be a strong communicator, an energetic leader, and a passionate disciple-maker who can connect with both students and their families.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking someone who:

• Is young and dynamic, preferably in their 20s or 30s.
• Is married and models a Christ-centered family life.
• Loves middle and high school students and has a deep passion for guiding them in their walk with Jesus.
• Is outgoing, extraverted, charismatic, and full of energy—someone who thrives on connecting with people and making ministry fun.
• Is a strong communicator who can engage students effectively and inspire them through preaching and teaching and one on one relationships.
• Can develop authentic relationships with students and disciple them in biblical truth.
• Aligns with our Spirit-filled theology and embraces our core values.
• Is tech-savvy and can contribute to video production and social media management to enhance our church’s outreach.
• Not only connects with students but actively partners with parents and families to equip them in discipling their teenagers.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of middle and high school ministry.
• Develop and implement engaging programs, events, and discipleship initiatives for students.
• Preach and teach biblically sound messages that challenge and inspire young people.
• Recruit, train, and mentor a team of volunteers to help lead the youth ministry effectively.
• Plan and execute youth retreats, camps, outreach initiatives, and other youth related events. 
• Maintain regular communication with parents and create opportunities for family involvement.
• Assist with video production and social media efforts to reach and engage students effectively.
• Work closely with church leadership to integrate youth ministry into the overall mission and vision of Celebration Church.

How to Apply

If you believe you are a great fit for this role and share our passion for reaching and discipling young people, we invite you to apply. Please send your resume, a cover letter, and a short video introducing yourself and outlining your experience, passion for youth ministry, and alignment with our church’s values to Shaun Barbour at [email protected]. Please include “Youth Director Application” in the subject line. We are looking for candidates who meet these qualifications and are ready to lead with passion and integrity in our thriving community.

We look forward to welcoming a new leader who will help us continue our mission of restoring hope because we’re all about people.