Youth Ministries Lead - Wadsworth, OH

Freshwater Church in Wadsworth, Ohio is seeking a Youth Ministries Lead.

Reports to: Family Ministries Pastor

Position Type: Full-Time | Salaried Exempt

Position Summary:

Freshwater Community Church in Wadsworth, OH, is seeking a passionate and relational Youth Ministries Lead to oversee and grow our youth ministry. This person will create a safe, nurturing, and spiritually enriching environment for students in the 7th - 12th grade, helping them become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ who impact the world.

The ideal candidate is a gifted leader and discipler with a heart for students and families, capable of equipping volunteer leaders, developing strategic ministry plans, and fostering spiritual growth within Generation Now (The Church of Today and Tomorrow).

Key Responsibilities:

• Model a Christ-centered, relational, and discipling culture within Youth Ministries.
• Recruit, train, and shepherd servant leaders to support youth programs.
• Develop and execute a strategic ministry plan in collaboration with the Family Ministries Pastor.
• Plan and lead weekly youth gatherings, discipleship groups, and leadership development initiatives.
• Coordinate and fundraise for special events and trips (e.g., Life Conference, summer mission trips).
• Manage the Youth Ministry budget and resources effectively.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in youth or children’s ministry preferred (church or educational setting).
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent coursework in youth ministry or a related field preferred.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Prior experience and success in recruiting, training, and leading teams.
• Demonstration of Christian character and commitment to spiritual growth.
• Alignment with the doctrine of The Christian and Missionary Alliance and the values of Freshwater Community Church

Why Join Us?

At Freshwater, you’ll be part of a growing Spirit-led church family that seeks after the Presence of God and is committed to following Jesus and becoming like Him while reaching and unleashing the next generation for Christ. We value collaboration, spiritual growth, and empowering and equipping leaders and families to make an eternal impact.

Compensation:

• Full-Time salary
• Health coverage

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, that 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