Brisbane Youth Pastor

15 hours ago

Bowen Hills Queensland Australia Hope Centre Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Position Objective

It is our vision that every young person discovers meaning, purpose and life in Jesus. The Youth Pastor is responsible for the creation and advancement of ministry for teenagers so they can encounter the love of Jesus and discover who they are in Him. This person has a heart to disciple teenagers through the high school years, and partner with families to help every young person develop and grow in their own personal relationship with Jesus.

Summary

Job Title: Youth Pastor (Brisbane Location)

Hours: Full-Time, 38 Hours/week (Tuesday-Friday & Sunday)

Reports To: Brisbane Location Pastor

Work Location: Brisbane Campus

Position-Specific Responsibilities

  • Lead Gatherings: Lead Youth gatherings on Friday nights and Sundays (and other Youth gatherings as needed)
  • Community Outreach: Develop and use programs to facilitate outreach and relationship building with local schools and other community groups
  • Family Engagement: Develop and run events that serve and connect teenagers and their families to Hope Centre
  • Team Development: Develop volunteer teams to facilitate gatherings and discipleship of teenagers and their families
  • Policy Compliance: Ensure your teams comply with Hope Centre Policies and State and Federal Law regarding the protection of young people
  • Ministry Transition: Work with the with the Kids and Young Adults Pastors at your location to ensure a smooth transition both into and out of the Youth ministry

Core Pastoral Responsibilities

  • Shepherd and support those within your ministry with the primary aim to help them develop and flourish in their own personal relationship with Jesus Christ (Acts 20:28)
  • Provide pastoral care to those belonging to your ministry, liaising with your location pastor when necessary.
  • Identify and raise up key leaders and empower them to lead the areas of ministry under your supervision (Ephesians 4:11-13)
  • Be responsible for the rostering, communication, and general care of your teams to ensure they have everything they need to serve well
  • Manage budgets and finances of the ministry you lead within the guidelines and processes outlined by the Hope Centre Leadership Team
  • Manage physical resources (such as rooms, vehicles and other equipment) associated with the ministry you lead
  • Participate in all location team meetings and events
  • Collaborate with team members responsible for the same ministry at other locations to develop a strategic approach to the ministry across all locations
  • Perform pastoral and ceremonial duties as a Minister of Religion as required

Please be mindful that this is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, but serves to highlight the primary focus of this role. These compliment the core responsibilities carried by every team member as we work together to bring the message of Jesus in a way that transforms people and cities.

The person we're looking for

Has a deep love for Jesus and His people and has 2+ years' experience leading a Youth-focused ministry. We expect that this person has a high level of initiative and ability to take a proactive approach to work. This person must hold a QLD working with children "Blue Card", a C-Class Driver's License, and hold a current Australian Christian Churches credential.

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