Job Description

About Reach Church:

We are an independent church located in Bear, DE, with an average weekly attendance of 300. Our mission is simple, yet profound - We live to reach all people with Nothing But Jesus . Whether trying to be a good person, or advancing in our careers, or our own brand of legalism, so often our hearts are naturally drawn away from the simple message of Jesus. That’s why at Reach Church; we are intentional about making sure that everything we do is about Nothing But Jesus .

About the Position: 

The Youth Pastor will support the mission of Reach Church by coming alongside parents to raise the next generation (focusing on 6-12 grade students) in Nothing But Jesus, teaching them about what Jesus has done for us and how that impacts their lives. The Youth Pastor will:

1. Plan and execute a weekly youth group gathering
2. Plan and execute large group events
3. Develop relationships with teens in the church, encouraging attendance to youth group programs through excitement and intentional relationships
4. Start and continue meaningful mentor relationships by being a part of our teens’ everyday lives
5. Be a visionary and “take ownership” of the youth program by taking initiative to think outside of the box in launching new programs and events.

If full-time, the Youth Pastor will be asked to perform additional functions at Reach Church, likely focusing on production, media, and marketing.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree is recommended
• 2 years’ experience in working in Youth Ministry, either as hired staff or a key volunteer position

Personal Characteristics: 

• Joyous passion for teens, fueled by a growing relationship with Jesus Christ evidenced by action, attitude, and behavior
• Fully embrace the vision, values, and doctrinal statements of Reach Church 
• Reliability, trustworthiness, and loyalty
• Administration/Organization skills and “follow-through”
• Ability to use appropriate judgment, discretion, sensitivity, and confidentiality
• Exceptional interpersonal skills in order to maintain healthy and motivating relationships with staff and volunteers

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