Youth and Worship Ministry Director

Job Description

The Student and Worship Ministry Director provides leadership for both Student Ministry (6th–12th grade) and Worship Ministry, fostering a Christ-centered environment for discipleship and worship. This role equips volunteers, engages students, leads worship gatherings, and integrates youth into the broader church community.

 

Spiritual And Character Qualifications

• A clear testimony of faith in Christ and a growing relationship with Him.
• Meets biblical qualifications for an overseer (1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9).
• A self-motivated leader with vision and initiative.
• Teachable, humble, and accountable in leadership.
• Possesses spiritual gifts of teaching, leadership, and administration.

Primary Responsibilities

Student Ministry Leadership

• Lead weekly youth gatherings with fellowship, teaching, and small groups.
• Prepare and deliver biblical messages for middle and high school students.
• Plan and execute events, retreats, and outreach opportunities.
• Develop a discipleship strategy to connect students with the church.
• Partner with parents in their role as spiritual leaders.

Worship Ministry Leadership

• Lead Sunday worship services, special events, and church-wide gatherings.
• Recruit, train, and develop worship team members (musicians and vocalists).
• Oversee worship technology, including audio, visual, and livestream components.
• Maintain PCO, ProPresenter, and media resources for worship services.
• Oversee and equip teams to manage social media presence.

Social Media Leadership

• Create and post content aligned with the church’s mission.
• Plan and execute social media campaigns to engage the community.
• Promote church events, services, and activities through social media channels.
• Collaborate with staff to align content with sermons and announcements.

Staff and Volunteer Development

• Recruit, train, and equip volunteer leaders for both ministries.
• Create leadership opportunities for students and worship team members.

Administration & Pastoral Care

• Manage budgets, logistics, and resources for Student and Worship Ministries.
• Participate in staff meetings, planning, and church leadership initiatives.
• Provide pastoral care to students, families, and worship team members.

Qualifications

Competency and Experience

• Proven ability to teach and engage middle and high school students.
• Experience leading and growing a student and/or worship ministry.
• Skilled in recruiting and mentoring volunteers and student leaders.
• Ability to plan and execute events and outreach.
• Proficient in worship leading (vocals + guitar/keyboard preferred).
• Familiarity with youth culture, social media, and worship technology.

Relational & Leadership Skills

• Strong relational and pastoral skills with students, parents, and worship teams.
• Team player who collaborates well across ministries.
• Organized and proactive, ensuring smooth ministry operations.

 

Compensation: Based on experience

Benefits: Health, Vacation, Prof. Development

Vacation: Based on experience

Reports to: Senior Pastor

To Apply

Submit your resume, statement of faith, and ministry experience to jem@christchurchkop.com or call our office at (610)687-5155. We look forward to seeing how God may use you in this ministry.