About Us:

At St. Patrick Parish, our vision is to transform lives in Christ by making church matter, building disciples, and seeking and saving the lost. We are dedicated to serving our over 2,000 registered families and our community with faith, compassion, and excellence.

Role Overview:

The Coordinator of Youth Discipleship will have the opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team to foster an inviting environment where youth can deepen their relationship with Jesus and others while expanding their understanding of their faith. This coordinator is responsible for the engagement of students and their families in parish life and the confirmation program of the parish, including sacramental preparation.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and plan the 7th/8th grade Faith Formation and Confirmation Program.

• For Youth Ministry, develops and implements a comprehensive ministry plan that is tailored to the teens.

• Work closely with the Coordinator of Student Ministry to ensure alignment in program goals and execution.

• Develop, train, and resource all team members (Jr. High, Youth Ministry,Young Adult*) to create a cohesive team.

• Oversee Teen OCIA and accompany teens and their families on the journey to receiving their sacraments and beyond.

• Collaborate with Evangelization Coordinator to implement Youth Alpha for teens and young adults*.

• Oversee annual trip to Steubenville Youth Conference.

• Foster the growth of personal faith and community among the leaders through regular team investment meetings.

• Develop initiatives to involve students' families in parish life, fostering a holistic community experience. (Needs to be at ease with social interactions in any setting).

• Bridge connections with the parish and Yorkville community.

Qualifications:

• College degree or equivalent (in years of experience in this field) and experience with Youth Ministry and Curriculum.

• Knowledge of Catholic faith and able to articulate personal faith experiences and stories that inspire and guide others in their spiritual journey.

• A level of social maturity that can accurately represent the parish and Faith Formation team.

• Willingness to give first fruits to the ministry.

• Basic knowledge of office equipment and software/database programs and familiar with social media.

• Develops and implements strategic plans that align with the church's vision and mission.

• Create a balanced team dynamic by leveraging the unique strengths of each member.

• Strong communication skills to effectively convey the program's goals and engage with families and the parish community.

• Lives within 40 minutes of Yorkville Community.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to hr@stpatrickyorkville.org with the subject line “Coordinator of K-6 Student Ministry Application.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We look forward to finding the right person to join our team and help us continue our mission with excellence. St. Patrick Catholic Church is an equal opportunity employer.