Coordinator of Youth Ministry

Under the direct supervision of the Coordinator of Faith Formation, the Coordinator of Youth Ministry develops, coordinates, and fosters a comprehensive youth ministry program for students in grades 6 through 12. This position promotes communication and mutual support with families of youth and partners with other communities, Parish, and Diocesan youth organizations. The Coordinator of Youth Ministry promotes the goals and objectives outlined in the USCCB document “Renewing the Vision” for youth ministry.

Essential Job Functions:

 Program Development for Youth

•  Recruits, trains, develops, and motivates all youth and peer volunteers; works in collaboration with the Diocese to provide leadership training; offers safe environment training and maintains records on each volunteer.
•  Develops leadership skills in youth and young adults.
•  Develops a network for reaching out to youth.
•  Provides weekly youth catechesis and opportunities for youth to hear and respond to the Gospel message.
•  Is available and has set times for listening, advising, and referrals.
•  Plans, coordinates, and implements weekend retreats and evenings of prayer and reflection.
•  Develops the kind of relationships with parents that foster open communication between the parent and youth.
•  Coordinates and supervises sacramental processes for adolescent families in collaboration with other Parish staff; plans and facilitates a Confirmation program for youth according to Diocesan guidelines.
•  Works to foster the total personal and spiritual growth of each young person.
•  Attends special school events and sports functions and visits schools when possible.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

•  Ability to engage in ongoing professional formation; keep informed of trends in youth ministry, theology, and methodology in ministry; participate in Diocesan workshops and seminars, and courses in methodology and theology where needed.
•  Ability to maintain a good working relationship with the wider civic community at large.
•  Knowledge of all Diocesan guidelines and procedures.
•  Proficiency in the use of a variety of office equipment.
•  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office computer programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
•  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•  Willingness to work collaboratively with Pastoral staff and lay leaders. 
• Frequent visits to local highs schools to recruit for programs
•  Ability to work some nights and weekends.
• Must complete annual Diocesan safe environment training.
• Must have a valid AZ Driver’s License and own transportation and the ability to drive on company business in conformance with the Diocese of Phoenix Transportation Policy.
• Minimum Qualifications:
•  Bachelor’s degree in Religious Education or Theology OR National Credential in Youth Ministry OR background in youth ministry and educational methodologies with a willingness to move toward a credential or degree.
• Must be an active Roman Catholic, faith-filled, spirit-driven, self-motivated, imaginative, energetic, organized, and reliable.