On-site Biblical Counselor / Ministry Resident

On-site Biblical Counselor / Ministry Resident (10–18 Month Commitment, Possible long-term)

Adirondack Bible Chapel’s Ministry Center is seeking a godly, committed couple with a heart for discipleship, counseling, and pastoral care to join our residential team. You will live on-site and play a vital role in the welcoming, growth, and transformation of the residents we serve.

About Us

Our Ministry Center offers a residential, faith-based environment where individuals seeking spiritual, emotional, and relational restoration engage in a program centered around biblical truth, discipleship, mentoring, and community life. As part of this mission, we provide guidance, counsel, and support for men and women working through deep life issues.

You can read more about our vision, values, programs, and daily life at our Ministry Center (visit https://adirondackbiblechapel.org/ministry-center/).

Role & Responsibilities

As an on-site Biblical Counselor / Ministry Resident, your responsibilities will include:

  • Walking alongside residents as a mentor, counselor, and spiritual guide

  • Helping lead bible studies, discipleship groups, and group devotions

  • Meeting one-on-one with residents to counsel, encourage, and hold them accountable

  • Assisting with the daily rhythms of life: meals, chores, fellowship, recreation

  • Helping facilitate the integration of spiritual, emotional, and practical growth

  • Participating in staff meetings, planning, and training

  • Occasional teaching

  • Property work, yard work, and or household chores

  • Being available for crisis counseling, prayer ministry, or conflict resolution

  • Living in community with other staff and residents, modeling Christlike character

Who We Are Looking For

Ideal candidates will have:

  • A strong, growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ

  • A biblical worldview and firm commitment to Scripture

  • Training or experience in biblical counseling, pastoral care, or discipleship (formal or informal)

  • A humble, teachable spirit

  • Emotional maturity, wisdom, and integrity

  • Ability to relate well with people in deep struggle

  • Willingness to live on site and commit full-time for the duration

  • Ability to commit to 10 to 18 months of service

  • Good interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

  • Ability to work as part of a close-knit ministry team

What You’ll Receive / Benefits

  • On-site housing

  • A supportive, spiritually rich community

  • Opportunity to grow in ministry skills, character, and leadership

  • A chance to see lives transformed through Christ

Time Commitment & Logistics

  • Term: 10 to 18 months (Possibility of long-term if desired)

  • 40 - 44 hours a week

  • Full-time ministry role (living on site) (Apartment Provided)

  • Location: in the Adirondack region of New York (at the Ministry Center operated by Adirondack Bible Chapel)

How to Apply

Please send the following to [email protected]

  1. A cover letter expressing your burden and interest in this role

  2. Your résumé or ministry history, ages for both individuals, and family details.

  3. A short testimony of your faith

  4. three or four references (at least two pastoral/spiritual)

We would be glad to answer any questions you may have about daily life, expectations, or spiritual formation in this role.

We believe God is working in lives in powerful ways, and we’d be honored if you’d prayerfully consider partnering with us in this ministry.

Church Name: Adirondack Bible Chapel
Location: Piseco, NY
Website: https://adirondackbiblechapel.org/

Denomination: Other

Job Type: Full-time
Role: Counseling
Salary: $30,000 - $40,000

Date Posted: about 9 hours ago