Job Title: Youth Pastor

Based at: Calgary

Reports to: Calgary Prevention Manager

Status: 20 hours/week. Schedule may vary, evening and weekend availability required

Start date: September 1st, 2026

Status: Part-Time

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OUR MISSION

Because of the life-changing gospel of Jesus Christ, Hope Mission exists to serve the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of those in search of help, healing, and hope.

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Job Summary: 

The Youth Pastor will work across two ministry sites — Grace Baptist Church in Calgary and Camp Chestermere — to build meaningful relationships with junior and senior youth (grades 6–12) in alignment with the Vision, Mission, Core Values, and Statement of Faith of Hope Mission. This role is focused on discipleship, outreach, and creating a welcoming space where youth feel known, supported, and connected to the gospel.

Major Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Lead weekly youth group and drop-in programming at both sites
• Develop mentoring and discipleship relationships with junior and senior youth
• Build connections with unchurched youth and their families through intentional outreach
• Collaborate with the Prevention team to plan and execute summer programs and seasonal events
• Facilitate engaging activities including games, Bible lessons, discussions, and creative programming
• Support volunteer coordination and help develop emerging youth leaders
• Promote positive relationships and safe environments through effective behavior guidance
• Other related tasks and duties as require

Qualifications: 

• Demonstrated pastoral or ministry experience, particularly with youth
• Experience leading youth programming in a church or faith-based setting
• Strong relational and communication skills
• Ability to engage youth from a variety of backgrounds, including those facing significant life challenges
• Class 5 Driver's License (required — role spans two sites)
• Physically able to participate in active programming with youth
• A degree in theology, youth work, child & youth care, or a related field is an asset but not required — we value experience

Key Attributes: 

• Pastoral Heart: A genuine calling to invest in the lives of youth and walk alongside them in their spiritual growth.
• Relational: Naturally builds trust with young people, families, volunteers, and community partners.
• Outreach Minded: Passionate about reaching youth who have no church connection and making the gospel accessible.
• Adaptable: Comfortable moving between two sites and adjusting to different program needs and community contexts.
• Team Player: Able to work collaboratively within a broader Prevention team and alongside church partners.

Other Requirements:

• Being a Christian organization, we require our employees to agree with and sign the Hope Mission Statement of Faith
• Must be an active member of a local church
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Able to provide a Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search and a Child Intervention Record Check
• Must be able to provide 2–3 references
• Adherence to Hope Mission's Policies and Procedures

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.