Youth and Family Pastor

Church Size: 100-120

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay Type: Salary

Pay Range: $45,000

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Youth and Family Director serves to assist the church as we work to fulfill the great commission to “make disciples” for Jesus Christ. This position will serve as staff leadership at Eastside being responsible for grades 6^th-12^th in leadership, programming, mentoring, and equipping for spiritual growth and cultural influence. He reports directly to the lead pastor and reports indirectly to the elder team. Below is the job description for this position:

BIBLE EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT

·       Has a 4-year degree in ministry related field or with relevant church ministry experience.

·       Able to communicate effectively with diverse groups especially youth.

·       Has sound Biblical knowledge and an understanding of the Biblical design for discipleship.

·       Exhibits godly leadership/pastoral qualifications as described in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1.

·       Exhibits a continual desire for growth personally and spiritually. Willing to give and receive constructive feedback in a gracious and biblical manner.

·       Must believe and support the doctrinal statement of Eastside Baptist Church.

LEADERSHIP DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Youth & Family Ministry – Working with the Lead Pastor and Elders, develop and supervise the middle school and high school youth program in a way that will honor God.

o  Teach the Good News of salvation to believers and unbelievers

o  Equip youth through Biblical discipleship and opportunities for Christian service

o  provide opportunities for community outreach and interaction, include special activities, such as mission trips and retreats, impacting the members of our church and the unchurched of our community.

o  Develop relationships with parents of involved children and youth to provide guidance from a Biblical perspective.

o  Equip parents to raise children according to God’s Word through teaching, effective small group curriculums, and personal discipleship.

o  Provide counseling to young people helping them to spiritually grow in Christ.

o  Mentor and learn from your volunteer youth leaders.

·       Teaching – Preaching on an occasional basis as needed.

o  Teaching Sunday Morning Bible Study classes for youth and/or adults.

o  Teaching or preaching at special events, camps, etc as needed and available.

·       Pastoring – Staying informed of the circumstances and needs of the church family. This can be accomplished through regular interaction with the congregation.

o  Priority should be given during time of illness, death, crisis, or times of celebration.

o  You will be expected to be involved in or help lead a small group (‘Connect Group’).

PROFESSIONAL & WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS

·       Work up to 40 hours a week (on average), knowing some weeks demand more than others.

·       Take Friday and/or Saturday off based on the weekly ministry needs.

·       Take 2 weeks of vacation throughout the calendar year.

·       You will be expected to be a “team player” as we develop unity through the following: weekly staff prayer and Bible study, planning meetings, etc.

·       Expected to be present and involved at Sunday gathering(s).

·       Attend/Observe Elders meetings whenever possible for input, learning, and growth.

·       Participate in the visionary needs of the church as it grows and fulfills its Gospel Mandate.

YOUTH MINISTRY EXPECTATIONS

·       Weekly youth focused night for biblical teaching and good fun.

·       Bi-monthly event for middle school & high school students.

·       Yearly outreach event (This can be in connection with other churches).

·       Yearly discipleship event (This can be in connection with other churches).

·       Attend extracurricular events of students when available: games, concerts, programs, etc.

·       Build connections in local schools – Examples: Bible Clubs, “After School” Opportunities, Prayer Day, Coaching, etc.

·       Use social media as a tool for advertisement and connection.

·       Look for opportunities to create “small group” discipleship.

·       Pray for your students (and leaders).

INTEGRITY

·       Support your church and fellow leaders at all times when talking to people. Use the Matthew 18 approach and always speak “one on one” with a pastor, staff member, or church member when upset. Unity cannot be underestimated in its level of importance. Chemistry can be just as important as competency! The long-term success of this ministry is dependent upon the faithfulness of God and the unity of our church.

DURATION

·       This position begins as a 12 month Director position with the potential of being voted in as a pastor/elder after a period for evaluation of spiritual maturity and ministry fit.