Associate Pastor/Biblical Counselor - Evening Shift

Educational Media Foundation - K-LOVE & Air1 • Franklin, TN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

K-LOVE & Air1 Pastors provide direct, one-on-one biblical guidance and crisis intervention to listeners by phone. The role focuses on biblical counseling, answering theological questions, and connecting callers with appropriate local resources. Pastors maintain scheduled office hours and participate in on-call rotations to provide consistent spiritual support.

This is a full-time, on-site position based in K-LOVE’s Franklin, Tennessee offices. The available schedules are Tuesday through Saturday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., or Sunday through Thursday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The Associate Pastor provides pastoral and biblical counsel on a range of life topics, including crisis situations, and prays with and for listeners. The role also involves referrals, responding to prayer requests, collaborating with on-air and social media staff when appropriate, and meeting mandated reporter requirements.

Candidates must have at least six years of pastoral experience handling a wide range of pastoral functions, or equivalent education and experience. They must have an associate and/or bachelor’s degree in a ministerial or counseling field from an accredited institution and be licensed and/or ordained by a recognized Christian church or denomination, with recognition from the State and IRS as a Pastor. Candidates must agree with K-LOVE’s Christ-Centered Life Covenant and Statement of Faith and pass required pre-employment screening.

Requirements

• At least six years of pastoral experience handling a wide range of pastoral functions, or equivalent education and experience.
• Knowledge of appropriate counseling methods to respond to issues including suicide, child abuse, elder abuse, marriage problems, personal problems, spiritual problems, and other life experiences, and to provide biblical counseling.
• Commitment to continuing education to develop understanding of the pastoral and counseling profession, such as reading or attending relevant courses or seminars.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build trust, value others, communicate effectively, focus on listeners, and collaborate.
• Ability to work independently, solve problems, and remain flexible in a changing field.
• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, social media forums, and smart devices.
• Proof of license and/or ordination.
• Associate and/or bachelor’s degree in a ministerial or counseling field from an accredited educational institution.
• Licensed and/or ordained with a recognized Christian church or Christian denomination and recognized by the State and IRS as a Pastor.
• Agreement with K-LOVE’s Christ-Centered Life Covenant and Statement of Faith.
• Pass a pre-employment reference screen and background check.
• Proof of legal authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience or orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral and biblical counsel to K-LOVE and Air1 listeners by phone on a variety of life topics, including biblical questions and crisis intervention.
• Pray, counsel, and direct listeners to local resources for long-term assistance as appropriate.
• Maintain scheduled hours and participate in the on-call rotation, including nights and weekends, serving as the On-Call Pastor during assigned periods.
• Serve as a backup for the on-call pastor as needed.
• Continue developing biblical knowledge and counseling skills.
• Refer listeners to local resources such as churches, shelters, rehabilitation facilities, and counselors.
• Pray regularly with and for listeners and respond to daily prayer requests by phone and/or email.
• Partner as appropriate with on-air and social media staff, especially during pledge drives, including documenting listener stories or sharing listener call experiences.
• Follow legal requirements for mandated reporters under state law.

Benefits

• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Parental leave with Baby Bonding pay.
• Generous PTO, holiday pay, and sick pay.
• Access to concerts, movie premieres, media industry events, and other company culture experiences.
• Leadership and Career Development Programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree