Description:
As beloved sons and daughters of God, we, the parish of Saint William, are called to proclaim, by word and deed, the Gospel of Jesus Christ, crucified and risen. By the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the grace of the Sacraments, we endeavor to lead all souls to heaven by fostering spiritual healing and equipping all people for the work of ministry.
The Coordinator of Youth Ministry is primarily responsible for supporting the Director of Youth Ministry in the guidance of our Middle School and High School faith formation programs. This includes providing detailed administrative support, leading students in faith related activities and supporting the volunteer Core Team and parish staff in youth ministry related endeavors. The position reports to the Director of Youth Ministry.
We are a vibrant, growing parish seeking a full-time Coordinator of Youth Ministry who is a strong servant leader with the ability to work creatively in a fast-paced environment. The Coordinator or Youth Ministry will use this position to strengthen and uphold the Pastor’s vision and become an effective member of the Saint William staff.
The Coordinator of Youth Ministry should be committed to forming young disciples in the Church while also pursuing personal and leadership growth. The coordinator should serve as a humble witness of faith and steward both personal gifts and parish resources to help build young disciples. As a collaborative team member, the coordinator will support the parish’s mission of leading people to heaven.
The Coordinator for Youth Ministry is a full-time position with work requirements ranging from days, evenings, and weekends. Some overnight work may be required with retreats and conferences.
Requirements:
Essential Job Duties:
- As an integral part of your ministry for the Church as carried out in this position, support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of St. William Catholic Church in both your professional and personal life.
- Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Continuously grow in your ministry by participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed.
- Actively supports our Youth Ministry Programs (TRIUMPH, SWYM, J-SQUAD) with administrative tasks such as but not limited to, attendance recording, bookkeeping, communication with parents, any paperwork in preparation for our youth classes and retreats, purchasing snacks and supplies for any of our youth ministry events like retreats and youth nights, filling out payment request forms, etc.
- Actively supports our Youth Ministry Programs with ministerial tasks such as but not limited to leading a small group during youth sessions, doing talks at any of our youth ministry events, leading icebreakers or prayer sessions during our sessions or retreats, etc.
- Actively supports sacramental preparation, which includes O.C.I.A. program as well as First Holy Communions for middle and the O.C.I.A. program as well as the Confirmation program for high school.
- Assists with communication and sacramental records to parents in O.C.I.A. and in the Confirmation program.
- Collaborate with the Faith Formation staff and Coordinator for Liturgy in preparing the various OCIA rites.
- Build relationships with youth and families through parish, school, and community involvement.
- Assures that the catechumens and candidates are properly disposed to receive the sacraments with reverence and devotion.
- Supports the parents of youth through information, seminars etc.
- Fosters communication with teens and their families through media.
- Coordinates opportunities for Middle School and High School youth to develop their faith in sessions that go beyond the regular formation sessions.
- Recruit, empower, equip, and lead volunteers.
- Participate in staff and diocesan formation gatherings.
- Marketing, communication, and administrative tasks associated with an active youth ministry.
- Participate in faith formation and parish wide endeavors.
- Executes comprehensive youth ministry based on the USCCB document, Renewing the Vision: A Framework for Catholic Youth Ministry
- Attend staff meetings and faith formation meetings.
- Attend Wednesday noon Mass with the staff.
- Daily 30-minute prayer time.
- All other duties assigned by the Director of Youth Ministry and/or by our Senior Coordinator of Youth Ministry.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to provide excellent customer service and work effectively with staff, clergy, religious, and laity.
- Ability to operate various word-processing software, spreadsheets, and database programs.
- Ability to communicate effectively across various platforms.
- Organize and maintain data, records, documents.
- Proficiency in social media in line with the USCCB’s Social Media Guidelines
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and utilize effective time management techniques.
- Ability to always maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to carry out multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Ability to follow instructions furnished in a verbal or written format.
- Ability to operate Microsoft Word, Excel, Canva, Outlook, PowerPoint programs as well as the ability to learn parish software.
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural parish serving various cultures and a wide range of age groups.
- Knowledge of Roman Catholic teachings and parish structure
- Ability to lift 20 pounds.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Trainings:
- High School Diploma or GED acceptable to Texas Education Agency.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited American university or equivalent in a foreign country.
Experience:
- Two (2) years of related full time wage earning experience.
- Experience in Youth Ministry or Middle School and/or High School teaching preferred but not required.
Language:
- English (proficient in conversing, reading, and writing)
- Spanish (proficient in conversing, reading, and writing). Preferred but not required.
Catholic Requirement:
- Must be a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Valid Texas driver’s license.
- Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.
Working Conditions:
- All employees of the Parish are engaged in ministry and closely tied to the Pastor in the exercise of his ministry and obligations to the church.
- The Parish is an at-will employer.
- All buildings and vehicles owned by the Parish are tobacco free.
- Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly.
- Working on weekends, evenings, and some holidays may be required.
- Will be exposed to religious ceremonies, conduct, and speech, including Roman Catholic Christian prayer and liturgical celebrations.
- Will be required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards.
- May be required to use personal or parish vehicle to drive to off-site locations.
- Travelling within and outside the parish to meetings and other events may be required, and travel may require overnight lodging.
