Youth Ministry Coordinator

Bridgeport Diocese; Riverside (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bridgeport Diocese is seeking a Youth Ministry Coordinator in Riverside, CT to guide and execute a comprehensive youth ministry program. This role reports to the Pastor and requires 20 hours per week of in-person work within a faith-based community.

Responsibilities include designing curriculum, recruiting volunteers, and managing registrations while maintaining confidentiality and aligning with Safe Environments policies. Bachelor’s degree and church involvement are preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision and stay self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and implement engaging youth ministry programs and activities.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers for youth ministry programs and events.
• Foster an inclusive environment encouraging youth participation in parish life.
• Collaborate with faith formation to form youth in the Catholic faith.
• Manage registration for youth ministry programs and events.
• Ensure events are well-planned, staffed, and communicated to youth and families.
• Maintain student information in Ministry Platform.
• Assess program effectiveness and gather feedback from participants, parents, and volunteers.
• Support the parish’s Faith in Action for Tweens program as needed.
• Adhere to Safe Environments policy and civil reporting procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Position Summary

The Youth Ministry Coordinator is an integral member of the Faith Formation team responsible for the mission and execution of a youth ministry. This person will create and implement the curriculum for the youth ministry and will be responsible for all aspects of the administration of the youth ministry. This position requires 20 hours/week in person.

Reports To

Pastor

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and implement engaging youth ministry programs and activities that promote spiritual growth, community building, and service
• Recruit, train, and support adult and youth volunteers to assist with youth ministry programs and events
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for all youth, encouraging their participation in parish life
• Work collaboratively with faith formation toward the goal of forming our youth in the Catholic faith
• Implement and oversee registration process for youth ministry programs and events
• Ensure all events are well-planned, adequately staffed, and effectively communicated to the youth and their families
• Manage student information in Ministry Platform
• Regularly assess the effectiveness of youth ministry programs and activities, gathering feedback from participants, parents, and volunteers
• Provide support, as needed, with the parish’s Faith in Action for Tweens program
• Adheres to the U.S.C.C.B. Charter for Safe Environments Policy for Virtus compliance and adheres to the civil laws and reporting procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested

Qualifications

• Holds a bachelor’s degree or has other equivalent training
• Active participant in the life of the Catholic Church and ability to participate in the full sacramental life of the church
• Experience with the administration or execution of youth programming
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and precise
• Professional, strong work ethic, ability to work independently with little supervision, self-motivated, and disciplined
• Strong interpersonal skills, works collaboratively, and exhibits a willingness to learn and be a team player
• Demonstrates a high degree of integrity, ethical responsibility, and maintains confidentiality
• Adhere to the U.S.C.C.B. Charter for Safe Environments Policy for Virtus compliance andadhere to the civil laws and reporting procedures

$35-$45 per hour