Worship & Youth Pastor Job Seattle area,Washington USA,Education / Teaching

Arbor Heights Community Church, Seattle, Washington

Worship & Youth Pastor Responsibilities

Leading, planning and facilitating the church's Sunday gathering, blending pastoral care with musical direction. This role builds and develops teams to disciple the church through worship and arts.

Leading the discipleship and community life of middle school and high school students. This role blends relational presence with visionary leadership, creating spaces where students encounter Jesus, grow in faith and experience belonging in the church.

Worship Ministry

Oversee all programming for the Sunday gathering
Recruit, develop and train teams to run a healthy, consistent worship ministry
Provide care and support for worship team members both musically and spiritually
Recruit and prepare people for storytelling at Sunday gatherings
Plan and coordinate special seasonal events (e.g. Christmas Eve, Worship Nights, etc.)
Develop a comprehensive ministry strategy to help students take next steps in faith
Oversee all programming ensuring all activities align with AHCC’s mission, vision and values
Teach regularly and create environments where students can know, love and follow Jesus
Develop student care and spiritual growth through groups, mentoring and discipleship rhythms
Develop a cohesive approach to next generation ministry with Children's & Family Director
Recruit and train volunteers for various student ministry roles (i.e. teaching, programming, etc.)
Create an attractive ministry environment where youth can invite their non-Christian friends
Manage the youth ministry budget
Be a visible and active leadership presence at Sunday gatherings and in the broader life of AHCC
Partner with parents to engage, disciple and invest in students
Communicate clearly and consistently with parents about youth ministry events and details

Staff Collaboration

Align the worship and youth ministries with the mission, vision and values of AHCC
Work in concert with other staff members and maintain a strong teamwork mentality
Attend all staff meetings and trainings
Participate in continuing education events and training opportunities
Advocate for hopes, concerns and needs of youth in the local church and community

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