Church: Compassion Christian Church
Job Title: Student/Outreach Minister (Full-time)
Job Location: Delaware, OH (a suburb of Columbus, OH)
Why this is a great opportunity: Are you passionate about igniting a love for Jesus in students and reaching out to the community? Compassion Christian Church is seeking a Student/Outreach Minister to join a warm, close-knit staff and lead with purpose and creativity. This is a unique opportunity to build a vibrant youth ministry and lead meaningful outreach initiatives in a church that lives up to its name—Compassion. With a strong volunteer base, supportive leadership, and a heart for community impact, you’ll have the freedom and encouragement to develop fresh ideas, shape ministry vision, and invest deeply in students and families. If you’re humble, hungry, and hustling to make a Kingdom impact, we’d love to meet you!
Position Overview: The Student/Outreach Minister will lead a dynamic Student Ministry (grades 6-12) and coordinate outreach efforts to extend the church’s mission into the community. This includes developing engaging programs, nurturing students’ faith through teaching and discipleship, equipping volunteers, and identifying creative outreach opportunities to meet real needs in Delaware and beyond. Reporting directly to the Lead Pastor, this role is ideal for a self-starter who loves Jesus and wants to see lives transformed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cultivate a personal relationship with Jesus that serves as the foundation for all ministry work.
- Develop a clear vision and implement engaging weekly gatherings that inspire students to know and follow Jesus.
- Teach compelling Bible-based lessons that connect with middle school and high school students, and create safe spaces for faith conversations.
- Build authentic relationships with students and families, fostering connection and spiritual growth.
- Model a life of integrity and faith for students and families.
- Organize youth events, trips (e.g., CIY, service projects), and seasonal programming.
- Recruit, train, and empower a team of dedicated volunteers.
- Collaborate with the Lead Pastor and volunteers to plan and execute community outreach initiatives.
- Support and expand partnerships with local organizations (e.g., The Dream Center, Habitat for Humanity, Lifeline Christian Mission, United Way’s “Supplies for Scholars”).
- Mobilize and equip volunteers to serve with compassion and purpose.
- Identify and develop new outreach opportunities that align with the church’s mission.
- Preach 2-3 times per year and support other church ministry initiatives as needed.
- Act as a member of Compassion Christian Church’s ministerial staff, performing duties such as baptisms, weddings, funerals, and hospital visitations.
Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Bible/Ministry, or related field
- 3-5 years of effective Student Ministry experience
- Proven ability to teach Scripture clearly and engagingly to students
- Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills
- Alignment with CCC’s doctrinal beliefs and willingness to teach them
- A vibrant, mature relationship with Jesus that models the fruit of the Spirit
- Relational, team-oriented, and self-starting – humble, hungry, and hustling
Pay and Benefits:
- Salary Range: $47,000-$50,000 (commensurate with experience)
- Benefits include:
- Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement (ICHRA)
- Paid Time Off
- Professional Development Allowance
- Church Supplied Laptop/Software
- Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
About the Community: Home to roughly 43,000 residents, Delaware offers the best of both worlds: historic downtown square, farmers markets, and Ohio Wesleyan University, plus quick access to Columbus’ professional sports, arts, and entertainment opportunities. The area features affordable housing, good schools, low crime, and classic Midwestern friendliness—an ideal place to plant roots and raise a family while impacting a growing community for Christ.
**N8 Solutions has been retained to help Compassion Christian Church fill this position. Please direct all inquiries about the role and/or church to: info@n8leader.com.**