Youth Minister - Middle School

Employment Status:  Part-Time

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Schedule:  25 hours per week - must be flexible as schedule will vary

Reports to:  Director of Faith Formation and Pastor

• Paid Holidays/Holy Days (prorated)
• 403b Retirement
• Employee Assistance Program

Summary:  The Youth Minister - Middle School is responsible for planning and implementing programs and services for the middle school youth of our parish.

Position Responsibilities: 

• Plans and directs weekly group meetings for middle school youth.
• Ensures that all youth events follow the Archdiocesan Policy for Ministering to Minors, as it relates to staff, volunteers, parents and youth.
• Regularly reviews Behavioral Guidelines with all participants and ensures compliance with same.
• Provides semester plans to the DFF and core volunteer team prior to the start of each semester.
• Collaborates with Edge core volunteers to incorporate them into the planning and implementation of youth activities.
• Provides training for youth group volunteers.
• Builds relationships with the youth. Provides guidance and support. Promotes an open line of communication.
• Plans and directs retreats for the youth, in collaboration with the EDGE Core Team.
• Communicates with parents regarding the youth. Addresses any issues regarding a youth with their parents or guardians.
• Communicates plans for all events with youth, parents and volunteers.
• Conducts the operations of this ministry within the approved budget. Exceptions to the budget shall be approved in advance of committing funds.
• Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of staff and agency information.
• Recruit, oversee and communicate with Core Team on a regular basis to plan Edge.
• Conduct campus visits to St. Mary’s and Fredericksburg Middle School.
• Update all marketing/outreach tools each week.
• Other duties as assigned by the Pastor or the Director of Faith Formation.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Practicing Roman Catholic with a commitment to his/her own faith life
• High level of discretion and integrity
• Ability to be reached by phone

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Any combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the function of the job

Experience:

• Prior experience in youth ministry is preferred 

License and Credentials:

• Reliable transportation
• Valid driver license
• Valid vehicle insurance

Minimum Knowledge and Skills: 

• Ability to work independently
• Individual must have strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize
• Individual must have good verbal and written communications skills

Travel Requirements: Travel for business purposes may be required

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise as needed.

The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.