Are you passionate about guiding the next generation in their faith journey? We're seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic youth and young adult specialist to join our team! We're seeking the right person—not just to fill a role, but to help shape it. The position will be developed collaboratively, drawing on the candidate's gifts, experience, and God-given strengths.
Youth & Young Adult Director (Full-Time Example)
Palm City Presbyterian Church
www.palmcitypres.org
Position Overview
The Youth & Young Adult Director provides spiritual leadership, relational care, and intentional discipleship for youth (middle and high school, ages 11–18) and young adults (college through mid-30s). This role exists to help the next generation grow in their relationship with Jesus, develop authentic community, and live out their faith in daily life.
Position reports to: Senior Pastor
Status: full-time exempt
Key Responsibilities
1. Discipleship & Spiritual Formation
· Facilitate and oversee weekly discipleship opportunities for youth and young adults that foster spiritual growth, meaningful relationships, and engagement with Scripture
· Teach biblically grounded lessons and facilitate small group discussions that invite questions and personal reflection
· Build mentoring relationships with students and young adults, providing guidance, prayer, and encouragement
· Help youth and young adults connect their faith to everyday life through service, worship, and community engagement
· Collaborate with the Palm City Presbyterian Church (PCPC) pastors to guide the youth confirmation process
· Work with the Director of Next Generation Ministry to determine annual areas of emphasis toward growing the Next Generation ministry
2. Ministry Leadership
· Create a welcoming environment for both churched and unchurched young people
· Provide pastoral care and support to youth and young adults
· Partner with parents and caregivers as primary faith influencers in the lives of students
· Collaborate with church staff to ensure youth and young adult ministries align with PCPC’s overall mission and discipleship vision
· Encourage participation in intergenerational worship and service opportunities
3. Community & Events
· Facilitate and oversee retreats, mission trips, service projects, and seasonal gatherings that build community and deepen discipleship
· Cultivate a vibrant community among young adults through small groups, fellowship events, and shared experiences
· Support opportunities for youth and young adults to serve in worship, outreach, and congregational life
· Support and lead youth-focused outreach initiatives, such as First Priority chapters, while partnering with schools and organizations to enhance engagement
· Communicate regularly with participants and families about events, opportunities, and updates
Qualifications
· A growing and mature relationship with Jesus Christ
· Alignment with the mission, values, and Essential Tenets of ECO: A Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians. More information can be found at https://eco-pres.org
· Alignment with Palm City Presbyterian’s mission and values
· Must be at least 25 years of age and have a high school diploma – AA preferred
· 2 years of experience working with teens in a ministry, educational, or similar setting – 5 years preferred
· Experience offering guidance to those curious about faith
· A heart for ministering to youth and their families and young adults
· Biblical teaching experience
· Ability to disciple and relate to youth and their families and young adults
· A commitment to team ministry
· Strong communication and relational skills with the ability to connect across generations
· Proven ability to lead and shepherd in a collaborative ministry environment
· Flexible, creative, and able to balance relational and programmatic responsibilities
· Must pass a background check and comply with PCPC’s child safety policies and the Employee Handbook
· Availability for evenings, weekends, and key ministry events
Personal Qualities
· Relationally gifted and approachable
· Spiritually grounded, emotionally mature, and teachable
· Compassionate and dependable presence for youth, young adults, and families
· Team-oriented and motivated by collaboration
· Joyful and enthusiastic about helping others grow in faith
Compensation & Benefits
· Salary commensurate with experience
· Health, retirement, and paid time off per church policy
· Opportunities for professional and spiritual growth within a supportive church community
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Youth and Young Adult Specialist (Part-Time Example)
Palm City Presbyterian Church
www.palmcitypres.org
Are you passionate about guiding and mentoring the next generation in their faith journey? We’re seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Youth and Young Adult Specialist to join our team! This part-time role is perfect for college students, teachers, retirees, or professionals looking to make a meaningful impact by coaching and mentoring teens while fostering strong relationships within a Christ-centered community. If you feel called to help young people grow in their faith and discover their identity in Christ, we’d love to hear from you!
Position reports to: Director of Next Generation Ministry
Status: Part time, about 25 hours per week
Key Responsibilities:
· Maintain a lifestyle consistent with scripture and the Essential Tenets of ECO: A Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians. More information can be found at https://eco-pres.org
· Implement and deliver weekly lessons for youth programs based on the curriculum developed by the Director of Next Generation Ministry
· Work under the direction of the Director of Next Generation Ministry to develop and coordinate youth programs
· Ensure volunteers are prepared and supported in delivering programs
· Be available to address parents’ questions, concerns, and suggestions
· Promote and participate in youth programs in the following areas:
1. Weekly Group meetings for Middle School, High School, and Young Adults
· Plan and lead weekly youth group meetings that foster spiritual growth and fellowship
· Deliver lessons aligned with Palm City Presbyterian Church (PCPC)’s selected curriculum
· Create a welcoming environment for youth to ask questions and share their faith journey
· Organize small group discussions and activities to encourage personal reflection and connection
2. Youth Involvement in Worship Services
· Facilitate youth participation in worship through scripture reading, music, prayer, and testimony
· Collaborate with the worship team to incorporate youth-led elements into services
3. Seasonal Events (Vacation Bible School, Easter, Summer Missions, Summer Camp, etc.)
· Support the Director by implementing and leading youth participation in seasonal events, ensuring youth engagement and follow-up after events
· Ensure youth feel connected and engaged during these events
· Communicate with parents and youth about upcoming events and involvement opportunities
· Provide follow-up to keep youth engaged post-events
4. Outreach Initiatives (e.g., First Priority Chapter at a Middle or High School)
· Support and lead youth-focused outreach initiatives, such as First Priority chapters, while partnering with schools and organizations to enhance engagement
· Support youth in leading and participating in school-based faith-sharing activities
· Build relationships with school staff and community leaders to enhance outreach efforts
· Encourage youth to invite friends to church and youth group events
· Develop outreach strategies to engage unchurched youth in a welcoming environment
Requirements:
· A committed Christian with a deep understanding of and alignment with PCPC’s mission and values
· Must be at least 25 years of age and have a high school diploma – AA preferred
· 2 years of experience working with teens in a ministry, educational, or similar setting – 5 years preferred
· Strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple programs and events
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a heart for building relationships with children, families, and volunteers
· Ability to work collaboratively with PCPC staff, volunteers, and parents
· Flexibility and creativity in implementing and developing age-appropriate lessons and activities
· Must pass a background check and comply with PCPC’s child safety policies and the Employee Handbook
· Availability to work weekends, evenings, and during key seasonal events
Compensation and Benefits:
· Competitive hourly wage based on experience
· Flexible working hours to accommodate your schedule, except for Wednesday afternoons and Sunday mornings and evenings
· Opportunities for professional and spiritual growth within a supportive church community
Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Work Location: In person
