On-site Biblical Counselor / Ministry Resident
Job Overview
Job Opportunity: On-site Biblical Counselor / Ministry Resident (10–18 Month Commitment)
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
We would be glad to answer any questions you may have about daily life, expectations, or spiritual formation in this role.
Job Description
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
- We'd also consider an Associate Pastor for this role
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)
Location: Lake Pleasant, NY
Website: https://adirondackbiblechapel.org/ministry-center/
Job Type: Full-time
Role: OTHER
Salary: $30,000 - $40,000
Date Posted: about 23 hours ago