YOUTH MINISTRY COORDINATOR

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Lexington; Versailles; On-site; EUR 14,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Leo Catholic Church in Versailles, KY is seeking a faithful, organized Part-Time Youth Ministry Coordinator to lead our middle and high school programs.

Grounded in a discipleship model, the role focuses on faith formation, prayer, and community building within a welcoming environment for teens. You will plan weekly Youth Nights, coordinate events and conferences, recruit volunteers, and collaborate with parish staff to ensure integration with parish life while upholding Safe Environment

Qualifications

• Faith & character: Practicing Catholic in good standing with a visible prayer life.
• Ministry experience: Experience with youth in parish or camp settings preferred.
• Evangelization mindset: Ability to connect with teens authentically.
• Organizational & communication skills: Clear writing and speaking, good time management.
• Clearance: Pass background check and Safe Environment certification prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Weekly youth nights and preparation for events.
• Plan, organize, and run weekly youth gatherings for teens.
• Dedicate hours weekly for curriculum, talks, activities, and logistics.
• Foster a welcoming, safe environment for middle and high schoolers.
• Create service opportunities and involvement in parish events.
• Coordinate summer conferences and seasonal events.
• Lead Steubenville and NCYC planning, travel, and chaperone prep as needed.
• Local summer programs and outreach to keep community engagement.
• Recruit, train, and mentor adult volunteers for nights and trips.
• Ensure Safe Environment compliance across all activities.

Skills

Youth ministry

Event planning

Volunteer recruitment

Communication skills

Catholic faith formation

Job description

Job Description: Youth Ministry

Coordinator (Part-Time)

Parish: St. Leo Catholic Church

Location: Versailles, KY (Diocese of Lexington)

Position Type: Part-Time (approx. 10–15 hours/week)

Reports To: Pastor

Position Overview

St. Leo Catholic Church is seeking a faithful, enthusiastic, and organized Part-Time Youth Ministry Coordinator to lead our middle and high school youth programs.

Grounded in a discipleship model, the Youth Minister will focus on three core pillars:

• Win young people over to a relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church.
• Build them up through faithful Catholic formation, prayer, and community.
• Send them out as joyful missionary disciples to evangelize their peers, families, and community.

Key Responsibilities

• Weekly Youth Nights & Preparation
• Event Planning & Facilitation: Organize, plan, and execute a high-energy, faith-filled weekly youth gathering for teens.
• Weekly Preparation: Set aside dedicated hours each week for curriculum selection, talk prep, activity planning, dynamic media/music setup, and logistics.
• Discipleship & Community: Foster an intentional, welcoming environment where middle and high school students feel safe, valued, and encouraged in their walk with Christ.
• Service Opportunities: Create a culture of service and ministry where youth can be involved in liturgical ministries and parish events.
• Summer Conferences & Seasonal Events
• Steubenville Youth Conference: Coordinate all registration, fundraising, transportation, chaperones, and spiritual preparation for the annual Steubenville Conference trip.
• NCYC (National Catholic Youth Conference): Plan and lead attendance for NCYC when held, handling all diocesan requirements, travel logistics, and teen/chaperone preparation.
• Local Summer Opportunities: Organize local summer service projects, retreats, social gatherings, or outdoor events to maintain community engagement through the summer months.
• Volunteer Leadership & Safe Environment
• Adult Leadership Team: Recruit, train, and mentor a core team of adult volunteers to assist with weekly nights, small groups, and trips.
• Child Safety Compliance: Ensure all youth ministry activities, volunteers, and chaperones strictly adhere to the Safe Environment policies of the Diocese of Lexington.
• Communication & Parish Integration
• Keep parents actively informed about youth events through regular newsletters, flocknotes, social media, and bulletin announcements.
• Collaborate with parish staff, the pastor, and religious education programs to ensure seamless integration into the broader parish life.
• Interact and collaborate with formation committee to discuss initiatives and get input.

Qualifications & Skills

• Faith & Character: Practicing Catholic in good standing with a visible passion for the Catholic faith and a personal prayer life.
• Ministry Experience: Experience working with youth in a parish, campus, or camp ministry setting preferred.
• Evangelization Mindset: Strong understanding of youth culture and a gift for connecting with teenagers in an authentic, approachable way.
• Organizational & Communication Skills: Clear written and verbal communication, effective time management, and comfort using modern communication tools (social media, email platforms, messaging apps).
• Clearance: Must pass a criminal background check and complete Safe Environment certification prior to start date.

Position Details & Work Schedule

• Hours: 10–15 hours per week (varies based on week-to-week needs and seasonal event travel).
• Schedule Expectations: Evening and weekend hours required (for weekly youth nights, retreats, and summer trips). Flexible daytime hours for administrative prep work.