Youth Leader​/Pastor - Florence, Kentucky

The youth ministry is a disciple‑making ministry for youth. The youth leader will develop a ministry to win, build, equip, multiply leaders, and send students to reach others. The youth ministry will be consistent with the beliefs, values, and mission of Florence Alliance Church.

Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: 20 hours per week. (Part‑time)

The youth leader is accountable to the Governing Board for the duties, goals and mission of the youth ministry. The youth leader will report directly to the pastor as the representative of the Governing Board. The youth leader will work to maintain a spirit of cooperation with other staff, volunteers, the congregation, and parents of the youth. The pastor and youth leader will meet regularly for prayer, mutual support, encouragement, and guidance.

In addition, the youth leader will network with other youth leader(s) and/or seek out mentoring by an older youth leader. The initial agreement is for 6 months. Subsequent agreements will be for one year. Near the end of the agreed‑upon period, the Sr. Pastor will meet with the Youth Leader to give an evaluation and to receive feedback from the Youth Leader.

The Board will then decide whether to extend another offer.

• Maintain a close relationship with the Lord.
• Build healthy relationships with students as a foundation for the ministry.
• Develop a good rapport with the parents of the students; communicate frequently.
• Develop and implement a strategic plan for effective ministry to students.
• Develop a ministry team with parents and other volunteers.
• Reach youth outside the church.
• Equip students to share their faith and to serve the needs of others; plan opportunities for service to the community.
• Develop a small‑group ministry as the core component of the disciple‑making process.
• Occasional preaching opportunities and other pastoral duties may be assigned.

• The Board will assign an Elder to be a mentor to the youth leader for prayer and spiritual support.
• Meet with the Pastor as a staff person for encouragement and accountability as often as deemed prudent (e.g., every other week).
• Assign a committee of interested adults/parents; this committee will meet with the youth leader once a month (frequency negotiable) and act as a planning team to provide feedback, encouragement, and support.

To be considered for this position, please complete the application to include your testimony, resume, and other background information related to the position. If the district office has reviewed your application and they think you may be a potential match for the position, the hiring manager will reach out to you for next steps.

This position may require licensing with The Christian & Missionary Alliance. To learn more about The Alliance and requirements for licensing, please visit our website.