Youth Ministry Coordinator

Archdiocese of San Antonio•San Antonio, TX

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

A Christ-centered, innovative, visionary and passionate individual who leads the Youth Ministry team and oversees the parish’s Middle School (6th-8th grade) and High School (9th-12th grade) initiatives. The Director of Youth Ministry’s main objective is to form and lead the youth of the parish to be disciples of Christ. The Director of Youth Ministry is self-motivated and able to perform key tasks independently in a timely manner. This person should be a self-starter who enjoys working in a collaborative team environment and is excited to be part of a growing Catholic community with a vibrant culture and innovative community. The role requires a firm understanding of our Parish’s mission statement and values.

Requirements

Practicing Roman Catholic with a commitment to his/her own faith life.
Understands the importance of the parishioners and the community.
Possess a servant-leadership mindset.
Possess good listening and empathy skills; ability to recognize and handle problems within scope of job duties and to refer problems outside of the scope of job duties to the appropriate party.
Maintain a positive, upbeat, self-starting, solutions-centered, can-do attitude.
Be able to thrive with minimal supervision.
Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to set priorities and organize work effectively and efficiently.
Ability to compose correspondence, minutes and/or reports.
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Advanced MS Office experience, including Outlook (email and calendar/scheduling), Word, PowerPoint, Excel; GoogleDocs, GoogleSheets, GoogleSlides; Apple (iOS) and various social media platforms experience including but not limited to Instagram and Facebook.
High School Diploma or equivalent
Any combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the function of the job.
Must be up to date or complete the VIRTUS child safety training.
Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

Creates, in collaboration with the Pastor, the vision and strategic direction of the Youth Ministry.
Plans, organizes and implements programs / experiences which provide a wholistic approach in meeting the need / interests of youth.
Responsible for recruiting, interviewing, training, retaining, and evaluating volunteers to serve as leaders and support aids.
Ensures programs adhere to and remain consistent with Catholic doctrine, moral, and social teaching.
Communicates with parents regarding the youth.
Addresses any issues regarding youth with their parents or guardians.
Communicates plans for all events with youth, parents, and volunteers.
Plans and directs retreats.
Prepares a yearly calendar and shares with the Business Office to coordinate reservations and schedule of events; shares with DRE and Core Team prior to start of semester.
Develops annual budget in collaboration with the Pastor and the Business Office.
Responsible for overseeing and managing expenses and submits a monthly financial report/budget.
Plans, develops and implements a schedule of service/social justice activities to develop the sense of responsibility to and awareness of the needs of the parish community.
Promotes active youth worship including participating in liturgy and prayer opportunities.
Ensures all team members are certified in VIRTUS child safety training.
Pursues ongoing formation and education to ensure personal spiritual development and growth.
Other duties as assigned by the Pastor.