Director of Youth Ministry

Job Description

Job Description

Are you passionate about your Catholic faith and enjoy working with youth? Come join our team!

The parishes of the Good Shepherd Pastorate are seeking a passionate and faith-filled Director of Youth Ministry to lead our youth in deepening their relationship with Christ and the Church.

The Director of Youth Ministry is responsible for providing youth ministry to the Good Shepherd Pastorate. The goal is to assist the youth in developing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, in their daily life, to encourage life-long learning, and participation in the faith. To provide a sound knowledge base about the Catholic faith, a love for the Catholic Church, and foster the belief that service is an integral part of discipleship.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Regularly engage in ecclesiastical or religious activities that serve to convey the message of the Catholic Church, carry out its mission and attend to the religious needs of the faithful as called for in the doctrine, teachings and traditions of the Catholic Faith.

Organize and supervise small groups to foster connections for young people.

Form and supervise adult lay volunteers to run church-level small groups.

Organize and direct events and activities that convey the message of the Catholic Church.

Develop 2-3 yearly retreats and trips that carry out the mission of the Catholic Church.

Organize, promote, and participate in defined Pastorate and Diocesan events and opportunities— including liturgies, festivals, etc.—that teach the doctrine, teachings, and traditions of the Catholic Faith.

Collaborate with the communications director for communication procedures that comply with all diocesan safe environment policies.

The development, maintenance, communication, and execution of a twelve-month calendar, record keeping, metrics tracking, activity / event evaluations, budgeting, and fundraising.

Create an attitude of service among the youth participating in the Youth Ministry program by proactively seeking service opportunities by monitoring city, statewide, and national current events.

Work collaboratively with other Youth Minister programs to achieve citywide participation and planning for citywide lock-ins, annual concerts, fundraising, and nationally focused events / conferences, such as the annual Steubenville youth conference, distinctive national conferences (e.g. National Eucharistic Congress).

Other duties as assigned by the Pastor.

Essential Qualifications :

Primary :

Willingness and ability to effectively make known the Catholic Church’s teachings through the varied ministry activities expected of this position.

Willingness and ability to act as an outstanding personal witness to the Catholic faith and religion by living both one’s professional and personal life in accordance with the doctrines and moral teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, as embodied in the various documents of the Roman Catholic Church, including, without limitation, the Catechism of the Roman Catholic Church.

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in religious education or theology, or National Credential in Youth Ministry, or background in theology and education methodologies, preferred.

Experience :

Minimum of three years’ experience showing increased growth in organizational leadership skills, preferred.

Other Elements :

Active member of a Roman Catholic parish faith community.

Knowledge of all Diocesan guidelines and procedures.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

An understanding and working knowledge of digital and electronic platforms, social media platforms, and various web applications.

Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment to think strategically, multitask, and conform to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines.

Proven communication skills, and ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals while maintaining strict confidentiality.

To Apply :

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Amy Buitenbos, Office Manager, at officemanager@holyspiritsf.org. Please include "Director of Youth Ministry Application" in the subject line. For questions, contact Amy at 605-371-2320.

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