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Job description
Youth Ministry Director / Ministry Assistant
Role Summary
Reality Carpinteria is seeking a faithful, relational, and highly organized Youth Director / Ministry Assistant to serve in a dual‑role position. This person will help lead and grow our ministry to junior high and high school students while also supporting the day‑to‑day administrative and communication needs of the church. This role is ideal for someone who loves Jesus, loves students, communicates well, and can bring both warmth and strong organizational follow‑through to ministry. The right person will be able to build meaningful relationships, develop healthy ministry rhythms, support churchwide communication, and help create order and clarity behind the scenes.
Primary Areas of Responsibility
Youth Ministry Leadership (25 hours per week)
Lead and help develop Reality Carpinteria’s ministry to junior high and high school students
Build a welcoming, gospel‑centered, and relational environment for students
Plan and lead weekly youth gatherings, discipleship rhythms, and special events
Recruit, train, and support volunteers serving in youth ministry
Disciple students through teaching, presence, encouragement, and relationship
Partner with parents and help students grow into the broader life of the church
Ministry Assistant (15 hours per week)
Manage churchwide communications, including newsletters, website updates, and announcement copy
Schedule and organize communication needs in a clear and timely way
Submit copy to Pastor Mike for review and approval
Help cover the front desk and welcome visitors and appointments with hospitality
Answer phones and help manage
Support general office administration and staff coordination
Coordinate seasonal events and special projects
Qualifications
Love for Jesus and His Church and character and lifestyle of a Deacon as described in Scripture
Agreement with the statement of faith, theology, and philosophy of Reality Carpinteria
Proven leadership in youth ministry
A desire for development in pursuit of pastoral ministry2
Knowledge and Skills
Ability to equip volunteer leaders
Deep understanding of the Bible and doctrine
Ability to communicate the gospel through various means to all ages
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with youth, parents, volunteers, and co‑workers
Ability to command respect and attention from both large groups and individuals
Capacity to work both independently and in highly collaborative environments
Demonstrated leadership and organizational ability
Entrepreneurial spirit in developing and improving systems and materials
Problem‑solving and research abilities
Eagerness to serve with humility, generosity, and kindness
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Worksite address
carpinteria, CA, 93014, US
Who can apply
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