Part-Time Youth & Pastoral Ministry Lead

Melbourne Catholic; Hastings; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Immaculate Conception Parish - Westernport is seeking an experienced Pastoral Worker and Youth Co-ordinator to support our Youth and Young People’s Ministry. This casual/part-time role reports to the Parish Priest and focuses on building relationships, supporting the Parish Team, and working with volunteers.

The successful candidate should be committed to Catholic values, with an understanding of liturgy, and be able to work flexibly from Hastings and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Strong administrative skills and ability to maintain confidential records.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with professional boundaries.
• Commitment to Church values and youth ministry.
• Proactive, dependable, and able to work with volunteers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow procedures for reporting abuse, managing risks, and ensuring workplace safety (OHS)
• Ensure compliance with Catholic Diocese and Parish standards for the care and safety of children and vulnerable adults
• Support and develop parish-based youth ministry
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and accessible records, including WWCC and Police Check registers
• Collaborate with the Parish Priest and Safeguarding Team on administrative aspects of safeguarding policies
• Identify, report, and mitigate risks or hazards, including financial, site, task, or personnel-related
• Ensure youth ministry events and personnel comply with Catholic Professional Standards
• Observe safe work practices and report risks to supervisors

Skills

Administrative skills

Interpersonal communication

Safeguarding awareness

Proactive attitude

Faith-based outreach

Education

None

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Immaculate Conception Parish - Westernport is seeking an experienced Pastoral Worker and Youth Co-ordinator to support our Youth and Young People’s Ministry. This casual/part-time role reports to the Parish Priest and focuses on building relationships, supporting the Parish Team, and working with volunteers.

The successful candidate should be committed to Catholic values, with an understanding of liturgy, and be able to work flexibly from Hastings and surrounding areas.