Youth Pastor/Director at Oak Hill Alliance Church

U.S. Church Ministries•Cranberry Township, PA

18d

About The Position

The Youth Pastor/Director is called to pastoral ministry focused on youth, defined by Oak Hill Alliance Church as middle- and high-school-age children. This is a full-time position. The role works closely with the Senior Pastor, Elders, and the DMM Committee to help develop a cohesive discipleship strategy. The Youth Pastor/Director leads and coordinates youth ministries, disciples young people, supports and equips volunteers and students, and fosters a healthy sense of community, belonging, and family. The role includes leading regular youth meetings and Bible studies, organizing events and outings, attending relevant meetings and church worship services, and providing receipts and documentation for budget matters. The position may require licensing with The Christian & Missionary Alliance.

Requirements

Be licensed and in good standing with the Christian & Missionary Alliance, or be willing and able to pursue C&MA licensing.
Have theological training at the undergraduate level (Bachelor’s degree minimum) or graduate level from an institution aligned with C&MA doctrine.
Display a current understanding of approaches to student ministry, cultural trends, and a firm biblical understanding.
Possess excellent communication and organizational skills.
Demonstrate a vibrant and visible personal relationship with Jesus.
Show clear gifting and ability to disciple believers and develop leaders.
Have passion and experience developing healthy, relevant, and Christ-centered youth.
Be committed to developing faithful disciples of Christ who also develop new disciples.
Have a passion for reaching youth who are unchurched or have turned away from faith in Jesus.
Be willing to support and live out Oak Hill Alliance Church’s Vision and Mission statements.
Be committed to serving God with humility and a genuine heart for the community.
Provide a copy of Act 33/34 clearances.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary ministry leader and coordinator of youth ministries.
Disciple young people during their middle and high school years.
Oversee and support youth volunteers.
Equip volunteers and students to share the gospel of Jesus with others.
Create and foster a healthy sense of community, belonging, and family within the ministries.
Attend necessary meetings with pastoral staff and the Youth leadership team.
Lead regular youth meetings, Bible study sessions, and events, outings, and get-togethers outside of church.
Provide necessary receipts and documentation regarding budgetary matters.
Show support for youth when appropriate, such as attending a school game or concert, offering encouragement, or following up with someone who has stopped attending.
Attend Oak Hill Alliance Church worship services regularly on Sunday mornings and occasional Saturday evenings.
Work with the Senior Pastor, Elders, and DMM Committee to help develop a cohesive discipleship strategy.