Apprentice Recovery Pastor-Male Campus
On-siteKailua, Hawaii, United States
Job Summary
Assist the Recovery Pastor with daily pastoral care, discipleship, and counseling of residents while supporting the implementation of the four pillars of the recovery model. Help lead resident devotions, chapel services, and group discussions, and participate in admissions, disciplinary processes, and phase advancement reviews under supervision. Maintain accurate documentation, assist with CRM logging, and provide encouragement, prayer, and biblical support to residents and families. Organize graduations, family weekends, and ministry events, and support volunteer engagement and church partnerships. Carry out responsibilities in alignment with Hope Center Ministries' mission and values, learning leadership development through coaching, observation, and practice.
Required Qualifications
- Personal relationship with Jesus Christ and evidence of spiritual maturity
- Desire to grow into pastoral leadership within recovery ministry
- Strong biblical foundation and willingness to learn biblical counseling methods
- Effective communicator and relational with residents, families, and staff
- Organized and teachable with a servant-hearted attitude
- Must affirm and live in alignment with Hope Center Ministries' Statement of Faith
- Committed to personal integrity, prayer, and accountability
- Lifestyle consistent with biblical standards of leadership (1 Timothy 3, Titus 1)
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed
- Must pass background check and drug screening
- A mature, growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a lifestyle aligned with biblical standards
- Agreement with the Statement of Faith, Lifestyle Statement, and mission of Hope Center Ministries
- Ministry license - New hires will be begin the ministry license process immediately upon hire
- Advanced knowledge of the Bible and a heart for discipleship
- Familiarity with Celebrate Recovery's 12 Steps and 8 Principles
- Basic understanding of addiction, human behavior, and lay counseling
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; ability to resolve conflict biblically and compassionately
- Excellent time management, communication, and organizational skills
- Willingness to submit to background checks and reference screenings
Desired Qualifications
- Previous ministry, volunteer, or leadership experience preferred but not required
- Desire to shepherd and disciple others
- Ability to listen, encourage, and support residents in recovery
- Team player with humility and willingness to follow direction
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Eagerness to grow in leadership and administrative responsibilities
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