Parish Youth Ministry Coordinator, Part-time

Diocese of Venice in Florida•Bradenton, FL

About The Position

The Youth Ministry Coordinator is responsible for the planning of programming aimed at invigorating the Catholic identity of youth from grades 6-12, under the supervision of the Director of Religious Education and the Pastor

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in theology or related areas of concentration.
Minimum of 2 years of experience with youth programming (employment or volunteering).
Work experience with middle and high school aged students.
Excellent organization skills.
Strong communications skills both written and oral.
In depth experience with media including website design, content, etc.
Proficiency with Microsoft Suite.
Meet the requirements of safe environment policies regarding Safe Environment Training for Youth.
Must be able to pass a level II FDLE background check.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with the planning and development of youth programs to meet both short- and long-term goals by organizing, administering and coordinating all Youth Ministry activities.
Fulfill administrative requirements of the position such as, requesting permission for special events, providing reports on student participation, requesting funds and turning in expense documentation in a timely manner, complying with registration policies and necessary forms.
Maintain frequent open communication with the DRE and the Diocese of Venice and Youth Ministry Office.
Coordinate volunteer groups, chaperones for weekly youth group meetings and events. To include annual fundraising event(s) especially the Rummage Sale.
Promote and attend annual Diocesan Youth Rally, Youth Enrichment Day and any meetings sponsored by the Diocese of Venice.
Promote and attend youth summer camp(s) / conferences.
Visit middle school students at St. Joseph School, & after school events to promote Households of Faith program and encourage participation in Youth Ministry.
Use creative means to plan, organize and implement a range of social medial programs.
Contribute to and regularly update external social sites such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc. Collaborate with St Joseph School Social Media coordinator.
Programming should incorporate the components of youth ministry as directed by the USCCB.
Obtain approval of Pastor/ DRE/Business Manager for all off-premises events or special events and obtain required documents.
Assist with Baptism, First Communion and Confirmation according to the Sacramental Preparation Guidelines of the Diocese of Venice with Pastor and DRE.
Establish meaningful one on one outreach to Catholic teens per diocesan guidelines, with the assistance of adult leaders.
Continue professional development in Theology and Youth outreach.
Other tasks as assigned.