Coordinator of Youth Ministry[8]
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Coordinator of Youth Ministry

  • Partners with the Director of Christian Formation to recruit catechists to lead youth in their Christian formation sessions.
  • Partners with the Director of Christian Formation to support, evaluate, train and communicate with catechists and other leaders. 
  • Provides leadership and presence at Christian Formation sessions and other events.
  • Develops and maintains a weekly schedule of office and program hours subject to the approval of the Director of Christian Formation. 
  • Coordinates service opportunities and retreats for students in grades 6-12.
  • Attends and coordinates all aspects of the weeklong summer Mission trip, including detailed communication with families and staff, fundraising events and financial accountability.
  • Supervises and mentors Youth Leadership and particpates in cluster activities for youth.
  • Partners with the Adult/Family Minister to create programming for Family Faith Day.
  • Coordinates and implements all aspects of the Confirmation Program, including but not limited to weekly sessions, service, correspondence and retreats.
  • Attends staff, parish, cluster and archdiocesan meetings.
  • Partners with the Christian Formation staff to reach out to young adults in the community.

Qualifications

  • Must be a practicing Catholic.
  • Understand Catholic teachings as they apply to Youth Ministry. 
  • Appropriate background in theology, religious education or related field (Bachelors' Degree preferred).
  • Prior years' experience working with any combination of middle and high school youth in a parish setting is ideal.
  • Ability to facilitate small/large groups and teach as needed.
  • Familiar with technology, social media and other forms of communication.
  • Ability to delegate tasks, manage time appropriately and meet deadlines with a minimum amount of supervision.  
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and oral.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting. 
  • Ability to honor and maintain strict confidentiality in all areas of responsibility. 

Compensation

Type
Annual
Notes
Competitive Annual Salary and a generous benefit package.

Additional Information

Start Date
2001-06-30
Location
St. James - Menomonee Falls (M15)
Department
County
Waukesha
Job Category
Parishes - Pastoral/Ministerial
Employment Type
Full Time
Notes
Do you have a passion for bringing Jesus into the lives of youth? Do you excel at recruiting others to teach? If you do, then we want to talk to you and encourage you to apply for this position. We look forward to welcoming you to the St. James Parish community and empowering youth together! St. James Parish is committed to diversity and inclusion welcoming candidates from all backgrounds to join us in our mission. Come be a part of something transformative! Full Job Description and Application available on our website: https://stjames-parish.com.

To Apply

Instructions
Interested candidates please send cover letter, resume and completed application to: St. James Personnel Committee, Attn: Terri Weber.
Contact Name
St. James Catholic Church
Address
Attn: Terri Weber
W220N6588 Town Line Rd.
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Email
tweber@stjames-parish.com
Phone
262-253-2259 or 414-550-0954
Fax

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