Associate Pastor -Youth and Young Adults

Regent College; Peace River; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A local community church in Peace River is seeking an Associate Pastor for Youth and Young Adults. This full-time role involves shaping ministry vision, providing Bible-based teachings, and coordinating events for youth. The ideal candidate should have an undergraduate degree from a Christian institution and a strong connection to their faith. This position offers the opportunity to engage with young people and support their spiritual growth.

Qualifications

• Born-again believer, baptized and disciple of Jesus Christ.
• Strong understanding of the Gospel.
• Exceptional problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Shape ministry vision and program direction for youth.
• Provide Bible-based teaching and counselling.
• Plan and coordinate events for youth and young adults.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Exceptional problem-solving skills

Strong speaking and presentation skills

Event planning skills

Service-oriented

Education

Undergraduate degree from an accredited Christian institution

Job description

Associate Pastor – Youth and Young Adults

First Baptist Church, Peace River, AB

The Associate Pastor of Youth and Young Adults is the leader responsible for shaping the ministry vision, providing program direction, and effectively implementing these to the First Baptist Church‑Peace River Youth Group and related ministries. Some of the duties for this position include providing Bible‑based teaching, biblical counselling, and planning events and functions for the youth and young adults.

An undergraduate degree from an accredited Christian institution is required, with a preference towards Biblical/Theological training.

This is a full‑time position of 40 hours a week from Sunday through Friday. There will be a standard three‑month probationary period to the benefit of both the employer and employee.

This position is directly supervised by the Lead Pastor. The Associate Youth Pastor is directly accountable to the Board of Elders and the Church Council. Attendance at all meetings related to the above accountability requirements is mandatory.

All applicants will email a resume and a statement of faith to the attention Bev Wadsworth – Search Committee Chair at [e-mail]

For more information about First Baptist Peace River: http://www.peaceriverbaptist.com/

For a look at our services, check out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@firstbaptistchurchpeaceriv2206

General Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong professional image reflecting the church’s mission statement.
• Be subject to an annual review of pastoral and congregational ministries.
• Liaise with the Elders Board and Executive Council, giving and receiving guidance and vision for the present and ongoing Youth and Young Adult Ministry of the church.
• Maintain a record of daily and monthly routines and occurrences, and share ministry updates with the Elders Board and council on a regular basis.
• Support the Lead Pastor.
• Be responsible for the church’s youth and young adult ministry, including weekly programs and special events.
• Help to mentor and integrate youth and young adults into leadership and serving roles within the church.
• Recruit and train lay people to join in the ministry to the youth.
• Coordinate and plan functions for the Youth and Young Adults.
• Handle some administrative duties, including being part of the pastoral team, attending staff, Elder and Council meetings.
• Coordinate the participation of youth in a conference or retreat every year.
• Lead the youth Sunday School.
• Use pastoral and counselling skills for all members of the church, with an emphasis on youth.
• Participate in worship services.
• Assume preaching responsibilities six to nine times per year.
• Collaborate with the Youth Parent Committee to develop curriculum and resources for youth ministries.
• Be willing to obtain a marriage license and perform weddings.

Qualifications

• Born‑again believer, baptized, and disciple of Jesus Christ.
• Have a strong understanding of the Gospel.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional problem‑solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong speaking and presentation skills.
• Good active listening and willingness to help.
• Service‑oriented with genuine care for the well‑being of people.
• Excellent social perceptiveness and engagement.
• Event planning skills and experience.
• Managerial skills and experience.

Desired Attributes

• Love for young people and a strong sense of God’s calling to this ministry.
• Heart for outreach and evangelism, willing to nurture growing believers to fulfill the mission of the Church. Ephesians 4:11‑16.
• High Christian standards, humility, and integrity, displaying a high level of spiritual maturity, and the ability to use these attributes in teaching and ministries.
• Meet the character requirements of an Elder as listed in 1 Timothy 3, be willing to subscribe to the Pastoral Code of Ethics and generally accepted Baptist policy and practice.
• Have an intimate living relationship with God, a consistent prayer and devotional life, and a heart that seeks God’s approval above all else.
• Be dependable, a finisher, and when necessary, able to make decisions on the spot.
• Can share their faith and make it practical and relevant.
• Experience working with youth, with the ability to relate well to them, coordinate youth volunteers, and earn parents’ trust.
• Teachability and willingness to take direction, while possessing strong leadership and organizational skills; able to facilitate and equip others rather than assume a “do it all yourself” role.