Youth Pastor

Position Title: Youth Pastor

Reports To: Lead Pastor

Classification: Full-Time

Compensation: $38,000–$45,000 annually (commensurate with experience and

hours), with potential housing allowance and benefits

Organization: White Chapel Church

Position Summary

The Youth Pastor at White Chapel Church will provide leadership and vision to our

ministry with middle and high school students. This role exists to help students know

Jesus, grow in their faith, and actively participate in the life of the church. The Youth

Pastor will build strong relationships with students and families, disciple young people

through teaching and mentoring, and equip adult volunteers to invest in the next

generation.

Key Responsibilities:

Student Ministry Leadership

• Plan and lead weekly youth gatherings focused on biblical teaching, prayer,

worship, and fun

• Preach weekly (and/or facilitate a speaking team) at youth services, occasionally

at Warner Christian Academy, and 1-2x a year on Sunday mornings

• Attend lunchtime at Warner Christian Academy and other local schools to

engage with students

• Create opportunities for students to engage in small groups, discipleship, and

peer relationships

• Foster an environment where students are known, loved, and pointed to Christ

Volunteer Team Development

• Recruit, train, and develop adult and student leaders

• Provide clear expectations, encouragement, and ongoing support for the youth

ministry team

• Ensure all volunteers follow church safety and background check policies

Events & Outreach

• Plan and execute regular events (retreats, mission trips, service projects, social

gatherings)

• Cultivate a welcoming culture for visitors and unchurched students

• Maintain presence at local school events and foster relationships within the

broader community

Church Integration & Collaboration

• Encourage student participation in Sunday worship, serving opportunities, and

church-wide events

• Collaborate with parents to support discipleship in the home• Work closely with church staff and attend team meetings as needed

Qualifications

• A growing and maturing relationship with Jesus Christ

• A clear sense of calling to ministry

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially with students and

families

• Demonstrated experience in youth ministry (volunteer or vocational)

• Ability to plan, organize, and lead in a team environment

• Agreement with the beliefs, vision, and values of White Chapel Church

• Bachelor’s degree in ministry, theology, or a related field preferred (not required)

Position Details:

• Hours: 40 hours per week

• Compensation: $38,000–$45,000 annually (negotiable based on experience)

• Benefits: White Chapel Church offers a competitive benefits package for eligible

employees, including:

• Health share plan

• Annual HSA account

• Vision and dental coverage

• 401(k) plan with employer match

• Paid time off and holiday schedule

• Ministry-related expense reimbursement

• Housing allowance (for licensed or ordained ministers, if applicable)

• Tuition discount for Warner Christian Academy