Youth Pastor - Olive Branch Baptist Church

 Youth Pastor - Olive Branch Baptist Church

 Job Description: Youth Pastor Olive Branch Baptist Church Blackridge, Virginia Position

Summary: Olive Branch Baptist Church is seeking a Youth Pastor to serve as the Pastor of students.

This position will work closely with the Senior Pastor to shepherd the congregation and oversee the spiritual development of families within the church. The ideal candidate will have a passion for discipling families, children, and youth while fostering a vibrant church community that reflects the love and grace of Jesus Christ. The Pastor of Families will be responsible for providing spiritual leadership, pastoral care, and organizational oversight to key ministry areas, including youth, children, and family events.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversight of Youth and Children’s Ministries: Supervise and support leaders of the Youth and Children’s Ministries, ensuring the programs are biblically grounded, engaging, and meeting the spiritual needs of children and teens
• Wednesday Night Youth Ministry: Organize and lead the weekly Wednesday Night Youth Ministry, specifically leading the Youth Group for teens. Coordinate volunteers and ensure a dynamic program that promotes family involvement and spiritual growth.
• Coordinate Seasonal Ministries: Work with leaders to organize and lead key annual events such as Vacation Bible School (VBS), Youth Week, Another Level Basketball, and other outreach ministries.
• Organize Fellowship and Outreach Events: Plan and facilitate fellowship events, such as youth events, church picnics, family gatherings, and special outreach opportunities that foster community engagement. Promote evangelism opportunities within and outside the church.
• Preaching & Teaching: Participate in preaching and teaching as needed, including leading Bible studies, Sunday School, and occasional worship services in coordination with the Senior Pastor.
• Shepherd the Flock: Provide spiritual care, guidance, and counseling to the congregation, particularly families, children, and youth including visitation and attendance at local youth events such as sporting games, Light the Night rallies and camp, and Lunch Buddies.
• Assist Senior Pastor: Collaborate with the Senior Pastor in the overall vision and mission of the church, assist in leadership decisions, and step in to preach and lead when the Senior Pastor is absent. Help coordinate with Choir Leader and Worship Leader.
  
  

Qualifications

• A calling to serve in pastoral ministry, with a particular heart for children, youth, and families.
• Bachelor’s degree in ministry, theology, or a related field.
• Experience preferred but not required, preferably with experience in youth and family ministry.
  
  

Qualifications Continued

• Strong interpersonal skills with a compassionate heart for shepherding families and individuals.
• Ability to work collaboratively with church staff, ministry leaders, and volunteers.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in preaching and teaching is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, events, and teams effectively.
• A committed Christian with a clear testimony, a strong biblical worldview and an active, growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Meet and comply with biblical qualifications in 1 Timothy 3:2-7: Titus 3:2-7 and 1 Peter 5:2-3.
• In agreement with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 and Olive Branch’s Articles of Faith.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Housing allowance or church-provided housing.
• Generous vacation and paid time off.