Director of Youth Ministry

Director of Youth Ministry

Key Responsibilities

Youth Formation & Confirmation (Grades 6 - 12)

• Plan and lead Sunday and Monday Disciple Formations sessionsfor middle and high school students, including lesson design, materials, and facilitation.
• Organize and execute Confirmation formation: content development, candidate tracking, sponsor coordination, retreat planning, and Mass preparation.
• Personalize lessons based on spiritual, emotional and cultural needs of youth; integrate Archdiocesan Circle of Grace.
• Maintain program registrations, attendance, and youth engagement metrics.

Events, Retreats & Activities

• Design and implement annual calendar of youth ministry events, including service projects, prayer nights, recreational gatherings, Bible studies, retreats, and trips (e.g., NCYC, Kalahari, Six Flags).
• Collaborate with staff on parish-wide events (e.g., Pentecost Party, Advent/Lenten events).
• Lead event logistics: date setting, promotion, set-up, volunteer coordination, food, and follow-up summaries.

Small Group Leadership

• Recruit, train, support, and mentor a team of adult small group leaders.
• Facilitate leader formation nights, appreciation dinners, Safe Environment and Archdiocesan certification.
• Create materials and guidance for ongoing leader spiritual growth.

Communications & Media

• Manage youth and parent communication via Flocknote, email, text, and social media.
• Create flyers, promotional materials, lesson resources, registration forms, and content using tools like Canva, Jotform, Bitly, and WeShare.
• Share youth ministry highlights in bulletins, parish newsletters, and parish website.

Young Adult Ministry (Ages 18-29)

• Coordinate small group Bible studies, off-campus gatherings, and faith development resouces for young adults.
• Foster relationships and promote young adult participation in parish and Archdiocesan opportunities.

Administrative & Collaborative Duties

• Attend weekly staff meetings and DFT (Disciple Formation Team) meetings.
• Manage youth ministry budget and submit related receipts and check requests.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices in Catholic youth ministry; attend diocesan workshops and conferences.

Qualifications

• Practicing Roman Catholic with a deep personal relationship with Christ and active sacramental life.
• Bachelor's degree in Theology, Religious Studies, Education, Youth Ministry, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in youth ministry or parish leadership.
• Strong understanding of Catholic doctrine, Scripture, and values, with an ability to convey them in creative and relevant ways.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with technology and digital platforms: Canva, Jotform, WeShare, SignUpGenius, Bitly, Google Suite, and Flocknote.
• Ability to work evenings, weekend, and travel for retreats and events as required.
• Completion of Safe Environment Training and valid Archdiocesan driving certification.

Core Competencies

1. ​​Relational Leadership
   • Builds meaningful relationships with youth, families and volunteers.
   • Creates a safe, welcoming, and family-like community where youth feel known, loved, and valued.
2. Evangelistic Passion
   • Demonstrates a desire to help youth personally know Jesus and share the Gospel.
   • Guides teens in how to live and communicate their faith in their daily lives.
3. Authentic Integrity
   • Models genuine Christian living; open, trustworthy, and consistent in words and actions.
   • Creates space for vulnerable, judgement-free faith conversations.
4. Creativity & Initiative
   • Innovates new approaches to engage youth in faith-based formation, service, and community.
   • Designs high-quality resources and promotional content.
5. Pastoral & Collaborative Approach
   • Sensitive to the emotional and spiritual needs of youth and families.
   • Collaborates with parish staff and diocesan leaders for cohesive ministry efforts.

Compensation

Type

Annual

Notes

We offer a competitive salary and benefits.

Additional Information

Start Date

2025-07-16

Location

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton - New Berlin (M30)

Department

County

Waukesha

Job Category

Parishes - Pastoral/Ministerial

Employment Type

Full Time

Notes

To Apply

Instructions

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to the parish office or email [email protected]

Contact Name

Rita McGann

Address

12700 W. Howard Avenue

New Berlin, 53151

Email

[email protected]

Phone

262-782-6760

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