Youth and Children's Pastor

Main Objective

The Youth and Children's Pastor is responsible for developing and shepherding a comprehensive Youth and children’s ministry that assists the Worthville Baptist Church in accomplishing its Mission.

Personal Qualifications

• Born again believer of Jesus Christ who has been baptized by immersion.
• Led by God to minister to Youth and children.
• Meets biblical requirements for overseer in Titus 1 and 1 Timothy 3.
• Will live in the local area and become a member of Worthville Baptist Church.
• Believes in and agrees with the Baptist Faith and Message, 2000.

Specific Responsibilities for Youth

• Lead and equip a team of youth ministry volunteers(which includes the youth committee) to carry out ministry to youth.
• Lead in planning and conducting special age group activities and programs appropriate for the spiritual growth of the youth.
• Establish regular communication with youth, parents, and the Church body.
• Establish a regular youth meeting time to provide Bible study opportunities, activities, and fellowship.
• Involve youth in serving in different areas of the church and community.
• Oversee Church camp and mission outings through coordination of planning trips, fundraising, and leading groups at the camp.
• With the assistance of the youth committee and Pastor, establish a youth calendar of events.
• Maintain a noticeable presence in the community and schools through attending sporting events, school programs, etc…
• Be available to provide guidance to youth, leaders, and parents when needed or by appointment while knowing when to refer counseling issues to a professional counselor.
• Develop a referral partnership with counseling professionals.
• Teach the youth Sunday School class.

Specific Responsibilities for Children

• Lead and equip a team of children's ministry volunteers(which includes the children’s committee) to carry out ministry to children.
• With the assistance of the children’s committee and Pastor, establish a children’s calendar of events.

Children’s areas of oversight:

• Children’s activities.
• All aspects of VBS and assist the VBS director to carry out planning the details of recruiting, scheduling and training of volunteers.
• Children’s church to ensure its success.
• Wednesday night Kids For Christ Ministry, evaluate the needs of the program, recruit and train volunteers.

Accountability

• Work under the direct supervision of the Pastor.
• Attend and participate in all church services and activities.
• Undergo an annual evaluation by the pastor, with input from the Youth and children’s committee and Deacons.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39,000.00 - $46,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Experience:

• ministry: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person