Youth Ministry Pastor

Christian Hills Church
Orland Hills, Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 12/12/2024
Categories: Children's Ministry - College/Young Adult Pastor - Young Adult Pastor
Denominations: Non-Denominational
Church Size: 151 to 250
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Type: Salary
Pay Range: $35,000 - $50,000
Employee Workplace: On-site
Job Description:

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours/week.
Location: Orland Hills, Illinois
Reports To: Lead Pastor Mike McCartney
Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
Employment Type: Full-Time (Overseeing both Children's and Youth Ministries) or Two Part-Time Positions

Job Description:
Are you passionate about walking alongside youth as they grow in faith, navigate life’s challenges, and discover their identity in Christ? Christian Hills Church in Orland Hills, IL, is seeking a Children's and Youth Ministry Pastor who will embrace our life-on-life discipleship culture, providing a warmhearted, Christ-centered ministry to children birth to high school students.

Work Schedule:

  • In-Person Commitment: 4 days per week at the church office and present on Sunday mornings.
  • Service Times:
    • Youth Ministry: Sunday evenings at 6:00 PM; Wednesday Bible Study at 3:20 PM
    • Children's Ministry: Sunday mornings

Key Responsibilities:

  • Program Leadership: Develop and oversee engaging programs for children (birth–5th grade) and youth (6th–12th grade) that foster spiritual growth and align with the church's mission.
  • Curriculum Development: Select and implement age-appropriate curricula for all ministry activities.
  • Volunteer Management: Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers to support ministry programs.
  • Event Coordination: Plan and execute special events, such as Vacation Bible School, retreats, Kids Camp, and others to enhance ministry outreach.
  • Pastoral Care: Provide spiritual guidance and support to children, youth, and their families, including counseling and visitation as needed.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with church leadership and staff to integrate children’s and youth programs into the broader church community.
  • Administrative Duties: Manage ministry budgets, maintain records, and ensure compliance with our church policies and safety protocols.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Christian Education, or a related field; seminary training preferred.
  • Experience: Proven experience in children’s and/or youth ministry leadership.
  • Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal abilities; proficiency in using technology and social media for ministry purposes.
  • Personal Attributes: A passion for nurturing the faith of young people; ability to connect with children, youth, and their families.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

About Christian Hills Church: Christian Hills Church was founded in 1927 and is dedicated to connecting with God and people, offering a welcoming environment for spiritual growth. For more information visit www.christianhillschurch.com

Note: This job description is subject to change based on the needs of the church.

About Christian Hills Church

We are called to be a spiritual oasis in a dry, parched and weary land. We are here, called by God, to be a church distributing healing water to our community. We are here to be a place that helps others heal from the wounds of this world, from sin, from life’s wrong choices and even from the wounds of other Christians. We have identified these seven core values to remind us of our calling and why we are here. WE ARE: Prayer Focused, Spirit Empowered, Worship Driven, Biblically Relevant, Multi-ethnic, Mission Minded, and Experiencing God Daily.

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