Director Youth/Young Adult Ministry - St Joseph Catholic Church

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrated capacity to develop and lead a comprehensive youth ministry program rooted firmly in Catholic doctrine and parish life, considering the lived realities, struggles, and specific needs of the youth population he or she is serving.
• Strong knowledge of Catholic teaching, particularly, Catholic Moral Theology, Theology of the Body, Familiarity with YOUCAT and DOCAT as tools for youth catechesis
• Experience leading prayer experiences, Eucharistic Adoration, retreats, small faith-sharing groups, and service opportunities. THE EDGE and LIFE TEEN.
• A good listener and strong communicator who can relate effectively to adolescents.
• Strong digital awareness, including healthy social media boundaries and education regarding inappropriate on-line behavior. Computer literate.
• Clear commitment to maintaining diocesan safe environment protocols and safeguarding standards.
• Leadership skills to recruit, train, and support peer ministry and adult volunteers.
• Strong commitment to parent engagement through meetings, workshops, and ongoing, consistent communication regarding programming, expectations, and any concerns.
• Willingness to provide practical resources and guidance to families navigating current youth challenges.
• Maturity to earn the trust of young people while maintaining proper authority and professional boundaries.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and make responsible judgment calls.
• Knowledge and understanding of church organization and operational procedures.
• Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving capacity.
• Ability to stay focused and organized. Strong interpersonal skills. Strong ethical values.
• Ability to respect confidentiality and consistently exercise discretion and good business judgment.
• Adheres to the Diocese of Palm Beach Code of Conduct.
• Reliable insured vehicle and ability to travel to locations within the Diocese of Palm Beach.
• Strong faith commitment, in good standing with the Church.

Physical Requirements

• Occasional light lifting and carrying of under 15 pounds.
• Occasional moderate carrying and lifting of 15 – 44 pounds.
• Frequent use of both hands and fingers (i.e. typing).
• Frequent extended periods of sitting.
• Occasional periods of standing, kneeling and climbing.
• Exposed to visual display terminal for prolonged periods.
• Occasional ability of minimal hearing (i.e. loud noises, sirens) and routine hearing (i.e. listening to others in conversation).
• Occasional time spent working closely with others.