Coordinator of Youth Ministries (Life Teen YOUTH EMPHASIS)

Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

• Under the direct supervision of the Director of Youth Ministry in collaboration with the Pastor and in concert with “The Vision of Youth Ministry,” plans, coordinates, implements, develops and evaluates all facets of the high school catechetical and youth ministry program; collaborates with the Coordinator of EDGE Middle School Ministry Program and the Pastor to achieve unity of vision and implementation of both levels of youth ministry.
• Coordinates the recruitment, orientation, basic training, in-service and motivation of team members; actively coordinates the leadership development of youth; organizes and maintains a youth office; promotes youth within the parish and wider      community; maintains professional competency; participates as a member of the parish staff; performs any other job related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the Pastor.

 DUTIES OF THE JOB:

• Along with the youth ministry team, plans, coordinates, implements, develops and evaluates all facets youth ministry programs with Life Teen emphasis, by assessing needs of the parish; forming the core team for regular planning sessions and special      meetings as necessary; scheduling all classes; providing for the needs of catechists; providing parent education sessions as necessary; attending  youth functions as necessary; implementing evaluation process of programs; acting as an advocate for youth as appropriate; coordinating and attending retreats as needed.
• Assists in leadership development  of youth by encouraging involvement in Life Teen and the EDGE Core Team; forming youth      planning teams; publicizing youth attendance at diocesan functions; encouraging involvement in leadership conferences.
• Promotes youth within the parish and wider community by publicizing youth programs; keeping abreast of current trends in youth needs; maintaining communication with youth registered in the parish; maintaining contact with schools and other      community youth groups.
• Manages scheduling and registration for youth programs.
• Recruits, interviews and trains a team of adults and teens to work at these programs.
• Schedules regular team meetings for the purpose of planning, lesson review and evaluation.
• Advertises through the website, bulletin, social media and video at masses.
• Assist in the coordination of social justice and outreach activities for all formation programs.
• Assists in the planning and execution of Vacation Bible School o similar summer programming. 
• Maintains professional competency by being aware of current trends in youth ministry; continuing education; attending deanery meetings, workshops and in-service as provided.
• Collaborates with the Pastor, Director of Youth Ministry in planning and goal setting in the area of Christian Formation for the parish. 

MISCELLANEOUS:

• Participates as a member of the parish staff by actively participating in the mutual support of all staff members; meets regularly with the Director of Youth Ministry; attends weekly staff prayer and staff meetings. 
• Collaborates with the Pastor and Director of Youth Ministry by serving on the planning team for the Youth Liturgy.

Requirements

JOB SPECIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Responsible for continual development and smooth operation of The Youth Ministry Program in a mature, efficient, and professional manner; maintaining confidentiality and continuous professional development through study, and self-examination.
• Must have good knowledge of adolescent development and youth ministry methods; must be willing to stay current in trends of youth ministry and catechesis of youth; computer literacy preferred.
• Must be able to work under pressure; must be able to work within collaborative ministry with members of parish staff of a growing parish; must be able to anticipate solutions to problems.
• Must keep accurate records on youth; must be dexterous in organizing programs.
• Must be in good health and energetic to participate in youth activities; sits at desk, drives. 
• Complete and maintain Diocesan Safe Environment Training as required by the Diocese.
• Abide by Diocesan Youth Ministry policies and procedures.
• Bachelor’s  degree in Education, or other related field or equivalent  or a Youth Minister Certificate preferred.
• Three years' experience in ministry preferred.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings.  Must possess a valid Arizona Driver’s License and own personal transportation. Employees are subject to Diocesan and parish personnel policies prescribed for all personnel.