Youth Ministry Coordinator

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Lexington; Versailles (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

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

The role focuses on discipleship, formation, prayer, and community, with a strong emphasis on evangelization and service opportunities. Responsibilities include weekly youth nights, curriculum planning, and coordinating regional conferences such as Steubenville and NCYC.

Qualifications

• Faith & Character: Practicing Catholic in good standing with a visible faith life.
• Ministry Experience: Experience with youth in parish, campus, or camp ministry preferred.
• Evangelization Mindset: Understand youth culture and connect with teens authentically.
• Organizational & Communication: Strong written/verbal skills and time management; comfortable with social media, email, and messaging apps.
• Clearance: Pass background check and Safe Environment certification before start.

Responsibilities

• Weekly Youth Nights & Preparation: plan, organize, and run a faith-filled weekly youth gathering.
• Summer Conferences & Seasonal Events: coordinate Steubenville/NCYC registrations and travel; plan local summer activities.
• Volunteer Leadership & Safe Environment: recruit/train adult volunteers; ensure compliance with Safe Environment policies.
• Communication & Parish Integration: inform parents; collaborate with pastor and religious education programs.

Skills

Faith & Character

Ministry Experience

Evangelization Mindset

Organizational & Communication

Clearance

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

1. 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.
   
   
   
   


2. 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.
   
   
   
   


3. 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.
   
   
   
   


4. 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.