Pastoral Worker & Youth Co-ordinator

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

A great opportunity exists for an experienced Pastoral Worker and Youth Co-Ordinator to undertake our Youth and Young Peoples Ministry functions at the Westernport Parish.

This is a casual role (hours as required) reporting to the Parish Priest with a focus on building solid relationships and working collaboratively to provide support to the Parish Team and parish volunteers.

The successful applicant must be well motivated to work for the Church and ideally possess a strong commitment to its practices and values. They must be able to recognize and respect the pastoral aspect of the Parish and an understanding of liturgy would be highly advantageous and a practising and committed Catholic

This part-time position is based generally in Hastings and surrounding area with flexibility regarding hours required to be worked. Terms and conditions are governed by the Archdiocese of Melbourne.

KEY 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

WHAT YOU BRING

• Strong administrative skills; proficient in Microsoft Office and technology
• Warm, values-driven, and committed to the Church’s mission
• Compassionate and respectful, especially toward those facing mental health or social challenges
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with professional boundaries
• Proactive, dependable, and willing to seek guidance when needed
• Integrity, confidentiality, life experience, and a good sense of humour
• Promote Catholic values to youth, with understanding of Australian youth ministry
• Maintain communication with youth, leaders, staff, and volunteers
• Active in Safeguarding Committee; advocate for children and vulnerable adults
• Able to work independently with initiative and manage priorities under interruptions
• Passionate about young people and their role in Church and society
• Develop and deliver faith-based programs; connect with local schools for outreach
• Facilitate youth involvement in monthly Mass and key Parish events

REQUIRED

• Valid Working with Children Check
• Current Police Check
• Valid Driver Licence

At the heart of who we are is not all the buildings but the person of Jesus Christ, who enters into our lives and who we then share with others.