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Sandals Church

Youth Ministry Lead

Corona, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Lead with clarity and consistency so students and leaders know where the ministry is going. Lead ... disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of Sandals Church as an equal ...

Sandals Church

Lead, Kids Ministry

Mentone, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Lead with clarity and consistency so kids and leaders know where the ministry is going. Lead ... disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of Sandals Church as an equal ...

Sandals Church

Lead, Kids Ministry

Corona, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Lead with clarity and consistency so kids and leaders know where the ministry is going. Lead ... disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of Sandals Church as an equal ...

Sandals Church

Lead, Kids Ministry

Mentone, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Lead with clarity and consistency so kids and leaders know where the ministry is going. Lead ... disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of Sandals Church as an equal ...

Sandals Church

Lead, Kids Ministry

Corona, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Lead with clarity and consistency so kids and leaders know where the ministry is going. Lead ... disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of Sandals Church as an equal ...

Joni and Friends

Development Officer

Agoura Hills, CA · On-site

$62K - $70K/yr

... ministry: to share the gospel and serve people living with disabilities. All employees do this, regardless of their specific role, by: * Modeling Joni and Friends' Christian beliefs and practices to ...

Joni and Friends

Development Officer

Agoura Hills, CA · On-site

$62K - $70K/yr

... ministry: to share the gospel and serve people living with disabilities. All employees do this, regardless of their specific role, by: * Modeling Joni and Friends' Christian beliefs and practices to ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for disability ministry in California is $41,729.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $44,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a disability ministry?

A Disability Ministry job involves creating an inclusive and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities within a faith community. Responsibilities may include organizing accessible worship services, providing resources for families, and training staff and volunteers on disability awareness. The role often involves advocacy, ensuring that people with disabilities can fully participate in spiritual and community activities.

What does a typical week look like for someone working in disability ministry?

A typical week in Disability Ministry often includes planning and facilitating accessible worship services, organizing support groups, and coordinating adaptive activities or events. You’ll collaborate closely with church leadership, volunteers, and families to address the specific needs of individuals with disabilities. The role frequently involves advocating for accessibility improvements, conducting outreach, and providing training or resources to the wider congregation. This dynamic blend of direct engagement, advocacy, and education ensures both spiritual and practical support for all members of the community.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in disability ministry, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Disability Ministry role, you need a solid understanding of disability awareness, inclusive ministry practices, and experience working with individuals with various disabilities, often backed by training in special education or pastoral care. Familiarity with accessibility resources, adaptive technologies, and legal regulations such as ADA compliance is valuable. Compassion, patience, effective communication, and cultural sensitivity are standout soft skills for building trust and fostering an inclusive community. These abilities ensure that you can create accessible spiritual and community experiences while empowering and supporting individuals with disabilities.

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Infographic showing various Disability Ministry job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,729 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

Youth Ministry Lead

Sandals Church

Corona, CA • On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

YOUTH LEADSANDALS CHURCH
ROLE DESCRIPTION
Role Purpose
The Youth Lead role exists to cast vision, lead culture, and build a healthy volunteer team of adults and students who create environments where students become real with themselves, God, and others as they grow closer to Jesus. This role focuses on discipling students, developing leaders, and empowering students to disciple others.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Vision & Culture
  • Cast compelling vision for Sandals Youth that reflects the church's mission and values.
  • Shape and protect a culture of authenticity, discipleship, passion, and fun.
  • Lead with clarity and consistency so students and leaders know where the ministry is going.
Lead & Develop Your Real Team
  • Identify, recruit, onboard, and train volunteers to lead confidently.
  • Structure their team with different levels of leaders to care and lead their ministry.
  • Build student leaders who live on mission and lead their peers to Jesus.
  • Create a culture where your team feels supported, encouraged, and spiritually equipped.
Execute the Midweek Youth Experience
  • Lead your team to create a welcoming, fun, and discipleship-focused experience.
  • Ensure new students are welcomed, followed up with, and placed in the right groups.
  • Prioritize groups where students learn the Bible, ask honest questions, and grow spiritually.

Preaching & Teaching
  • Serve as the primary communicator for your midweek Youth service.
  • Teach the Bible with clarity, energy, and cultural relevance.
  • Model strong biblical teaching for leaders and train them to communicate effectively in groups.
Discipleship Pathways
  • Champion the discipleship process at your campus.
  • Equip students to read scripture, pray, share their faith, and disciple others.
  • Ensure leaders are trained to guide groups through meaningful biblical conversations.
Serve Alongside Campus Staff on Weekends
  • Help students engage on weekends, serve, and build community.
  • Recruit students to serve in other ministries and develop as leaders.
  • Support parents by engaging with them, praying with them, and helping them disciple their students.
Admin, Systems, & Communication
  • Manage communication with leaders, parents, and students through email, text, and social platforms.
  • Oversee scheduling, service planning, and weekly team assignments.
  • Track attendance, follow-up, and next steps for students.

We're Looking for Someone Who
  • Loves students and is passionate about helping them follow Jesus.
  • Knows how to develop and empower leaders-adults and students.
  • Communicates well with students and parents and builds relationships easily.
  • Prioritizes discipleship, spiritual formation, and biblical truth.
  • Is organized and able to oversee many moving parts with clarity.
  • Takes initiative, collaborates across ministries, and leads with positivity.

You're a Great Fit If You
  • Lead yourself spiritually, emotionally, and mentally.
  • Can give and receive feedback to grow as a leader.
  • Love connecting with students daily-online, in person, and through social media.
  • Know Gen Z trends and can create fun, memorable moments.
  • Inspire and motivate others through vision, joy, and example.
  • Desire to excel in a multi-site, centrally aligned youth ministry model.
  • Care deeply about helping students become disciple-makers, not just attenders.

Compensation
Pay Range: $20-$25 per hour
Rate determined by experience and our internal compensation structure.
Equal Employment Statement
Sandals Church is both an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. We conduct hiring without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, membership in any labor organization, political ideology, or disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of Sandals Church as an equal opportunity employer does not prevent us from hiring staff based on their religious beliefs so that all employees share the same religious commitment, which is central to our mission.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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