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Live In Discipleship Pastor Jobs in Portland, OR

Adult and Teen Challenge

CLINICAL DIRECTOR

Milwaukie, OR · On-site

$85K - $116K/yr

We are guided by our vision, Putting Hope Within Reach Until All Live Free. Our culture is marked ... We partner closely with ATC's residential discipleship and Super Thrift programs to deliver ...

Adult & Teen Challenge USA

CLINICAL DIRECTOR

Milwaukie, OR · On-site

$120 - $170/hr

Our program offers a Comprehensive Approach to recovery that includes the Residential Discipleship ... Weigh in on clinical budgeting and funding decisions, aligning program needs with organizational ...

Teen Challenge USA

CLINICAL DIRECTOR

Milwaukie, OR · On-site

$120 - $170/hr

Our program offers a Comprehensive Approach to recovery that includes the Residential Discipleship ... Weigh in on clinical budgeting and funding decisions, aligning program needs with organizational ...

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How much do live in discipleship pastor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for live in discipleship pastor in Portland, OR is $51,583.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,500.00 and $60,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Live In Discipleship Pastor vs Youth Pastor?

AspectLive In Discipleship PastorYouth Pastor
CredentialsTypically requires theological degree or pastoral certificationOften requires similar credentials, sometimes less formal
Work EnvironmentLives on church property, focuses on spiritual mentorshipWorks mainly with youth groups, often off-site
Primary FocusSpiritual growth and discipleship for all agesEngaging and mentoring youth

The Live In Discipleship Pastor and Youth Pastor roles both involve spiritual leadership within a church. The main difference lies in their living arrangements and scope: the Live In Discipleship Pastor typically resides on church property and focuses on comprehensive discipleship, while the Youth Pastor primarily works with youth groups, often off-site. Both roles require similar credentials and are vital for church growth and community engagement.

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Infographic showing various Live In Discipleship Pastor job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,583 per year, or $24.8 per hour.

Portland East - YoungLives Coordinator

Young Life

Portland, OR

$1.0K/wk

Part-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Young Life rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 18 rated religious organizations

Job description

If you are currently on Young Life staff, pleasedo not apply through this external jobs board.To apply for internal job opportunities, log in to Workday and use theJobs Hub. Applying externally may delay your application and require you to resubmit internally.

Young Life requires all employees to sign a Statement of Faith. We recommend you read this statement before applying for any position.

Because of Young Life's exclusive Christian purposes of evangelism and discipleship as set forth in its Articles of Incorporation and in these Bylaws, and to reflect what has always been and will continue to be the position of Young Life, specifically the Christian belief thateach and every employee and volunteer of the corporation should minister as a servant of God with the primary responsibility of proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ and, as such, is an integral part of the Christian mission and ministry of the corporation,
Young Life shall only employ individuals or enlist volunteer leaders who: (a) profess a belief in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord; and (b) subscribe to the statements and policies required of all Young Life staff, including the Young Life Statement of Faith. Therefore, employees and volunteers of Young Life, during working and nonworking hours, shall: (i) be ready, willing and able to fulfill such ministry functions as may be required by the organization; (ii) refrain from conduct and statements that detract from the biblical standards taught and supported by Young Life, and (iii) abide by all policies and practices of Young Life including, without limitation, those related to religious belief or ministry activities.

Job Specific Working Conditions:

10 hrs week for first 3 months, then if meeting fundraising goals will move to 20 hours/week. Personal Support goal of $1,000/month.

YoungLives CoordinatorSummary:
The YoungLives coordinator serves, in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures established by mission leadership, to develop and sustain YoungLives ministries in the respective areas.
Essential Duties:
Spiritual Development - "Following Jesus" includes prayer and spiritual disciplines, fellowship, growth and health and church relationships.
  • Develop a yearly personal growth plan that fosters a vibrant spiritual life including time for solitude, retreat, reflection, prayer and a sincere commitment to understanding God's Word.

  • Seek and maintain relationships and disciplines, in the context of active participation in a church community.

  • Actively participate in the spiritual life of the Young Life community.

  • Lead teams and individuals in spiritual development.

  • Ensure that all Young Life ministry in the area, is designed and carried out with a dependence on prayer that takes place out of the overflow of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

    • Leadership Development - "Equipping leaders, committee and staff" includes key volunteer care, recruiting, team building and training, supervision and vision casting.
  • Meet with mentors, childcare and other volunteer leaders on a regular basis.

  • Assist in recruiting and training mentors, childcare and other volunteers to build leadership teams that reflect the community.

  • Attend and be involved with area leadership as assigned.

  • Assist in training committee, mentors, childcare and other volunteers how to work effectively in teams.

  • Model excellence in contact work, club, Campaigners and camping to mentors, childcare and other volunteers.

  • Train and lead a team of mentors, childcare and other volunteers in developing a yearly ministry strategy.


    • Resource Development - "Fueling the ministry" includes events, major donor care, public relations (branding) and TDS team.
  • Raise financial support as directed and maintain good donor care practices.

  • Communicate ministry updates and progress to personal donor partners.

  • Observe and learn principles to develop strategic relationships with key adults in the community, including: principals, pastors, parents, potential committee members and more as assigned by the area director.

  • Learn to plan and execute area fundraising events under the direction of an area supervisor.

  • Become a respected Young Life steward to the community for both kids and adults.

  • Partner with respective area director to build a sub-committee for YoungLives.

  • Regularly communicate and participate with the local Young Life committee.

  • Develop relationships with schools, teen parenting programs, crisis pregnancy centers and other applicable community organizations.


    • Direct Ministry - "Proclaiming and modeling" includes contact work, club, Campaigners and camp.
  • Actively engage in all three levels of contact work.

  • Lead a team to plan and implement a regular outreach meeting with excellence.

  • Lead Campaigners meetings with excellence as assigned by the area director.

  • Lead a team to implement a summer and school-season camping strategy for YoungLives.

  • Serve on a summer assignment at a Young Life camp each year.

  • Serve on a summer assignment at a Young Life property, other Young Life camp or in another position each summer as directed by supervisor.


    • Ministry Support - "Taking care of business" includes accounting, administration, communication (internal), data management and strategic plan.
  • Adhere to all Young Life policies and procedures and maintain professionalism concerning office hours, dress, conduct and time management.

  • Ensure that YoungLives health and safety policies are followed.

  • Manage finances with stewardship, accountability and transparency using the mission-wide applications.

  • Maintain accurate information on kids, leaders and donors for area records.

  • Provide clear, prompt, appropriate and professional communication to everyone involved in ministry.

  • Set yearly strategic ministry plan and initiatives to reach every kid; review them on a regular basis.

  • Perform other duties as assigned and congruent with gifts, experience and area needs.

  • Accept both short and long-term assignments of projects.

    • Training:
  • Completion of at least two years as a Staff Associate.

  • Core Training - phase one to be completed as a Staff Associate

  • Attend YoungLives trainings as directed by the YoungLives regional and/or divisional coordinator.

  • Participation in missionwide staff conference every four years.

  • Participation in additional training or experiences if deemed necessary (e.g., more urban exposure; Taking Donors Seriously (TDS) training).

  • Attend regional training as directed by the regional director.

  • Pursue continuing educational opportunities including graduate degrees.

    • Education:
  • College degree preferred.

  • Completion of training as determined by supervisor.

    • Qualifications Required For The Job:
  • Commitment to a growing relationship with Christ.

  • Ability to clearly communicate the Gospel and train others accordingly.

  • Ability to clearly communicate Young Life's mission and the vision for YoungLives.

  • Understand the unique issues faced by pregnant and parenting teen moms.

  • Proven relational skills with both adolescents and adults.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

  • Self-motivated.

  • Goal-oriented.

  • Proven leadership skills.

  • Ability to travel as the job requires.

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