JOB SUMMARY/FOUNDATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
The Coordinator of Youth Ministry is responsible for overseeing all aspects Life Teen and Edge. The Coordinator must be well-formed in the theology and spiritualities of the Catholic faith and be comfortable sharing his/her faith with others. The Coordinator must have a mature personal spiritual life that is grounded in prayer, frequent reception of the Sacraments, an openness to the Holy Spirit and personal moral behavior that would serve as a strong example to the teens. The Coordinator must understand the processes of conversion and catechesis and be convinced that the primary aim of Life Teen/Edge Ministry is to bring youth into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that integrates them into the life of communion in the Church. The Coordinator will ensure the ministry maintains a standard of excellence in discipleship making and that it continues to advance the mission of St. Timothy. The position is supported & supervised by the Director of Discipleship and works collaboratively with the Administrative Assistant to the Department of Discipleship regarding logistics and administrative tasks.
Responsibilities:
Develop, coordinate and foster a comprehensive discipleship-based semester curriculum for EDGE & Life Teen that includes weekly gatherings, semester retreats, service outreach, and social events.
Plan and execute logistics for retreats, trips and activities in collaboration with department support staff
Communicate with youth and parents regarding youth ministry curriculum, trips, expectations, etc.
Create and promote programs in a way that continually invites new youth to participate in EDGE & Life Teen
Coordinate, recruit, screen, form, support and evaluate volunteers/core teams for EDGE & Life Teen
Work collaboratively with appropriate staff and volunteers to bridge programs (CGS to EDGE, EDGE to Life Teen)
Participate in and support Diocesan & Life Teen Youth Ministry Programs and Training Opportunities
Provide timely, relevant information for weekly bulletin and maintain Youth page on parish website
Attend staff meetings as required
Work cooperatively with St. Timothy Parish and School Staff
Implement, promote and enforce mandatory Diocesan Safe Environment requirement(s) for volunteers and youth
Participate in Diocesan & Parish Safe Environment Training
Adhere to personnel practices of the Diocese of Phoenix and applicable parish policies and procedures
Perform any task deemed necessary by the Pastor or his delegate
Skills and Qualifications:
Understand the dynamics of evangelization, conversion, and discipleship
Enthusiastically evangelize pre-teens and teens, and form others to do so
Practicing Catholic in good standing; faith-filled, Holy Spirit driven, self-motivated, imaginative, energetic and reliable
Some formal training in theology or systematic catechesis
Minimum of 2 years' experience in related position
Ability to develop a program that will equip teens to become disciples of Christ
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access)
Demonstrate excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work well with middle school and high school youth, parents and volunteers
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to multitask
Demonstrate excellent organizational skills
Must have initiative, creativity, sensitivity to the needs of people; sound judgment regarding individual and program needs
Must maintain confidentiality of sensitive/personal information
Must be able to work independently, with minimal supervision and frequent interruptions
Must be available to work nights and weekends, as required
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Must have reliable personal transportation
Dedication to the community of St. Timothy and the Catholic Church by participating in liturgical celebrations, prayer and service, requested parish events, etc.
This document is designed as a summary or general description of the job and may not include all the duties, knowledge, skills or abilities required or associated with the position.
