Coordinator/Facilitator, Youth / Young Adult Ministry

Description In communion with the Pastor and parish staff, the Coordinator of Youth Ministry & Social Media leads a vibrant, bilingual ministry that forms middle school, high school, and young adult disciples of Jesus Christ, rooted in the Eucharist, faith formation, service, and community. The role also plans and manages parish digital communications to invite, inform, and inspire parishioners to active participation in parish life. Requirements Youth Ministry (70%) Vision & Planning: Design and implement a comprehensive, bilingual youth ministry (MS/HS; young adult bridge) aligned with diocesan guidelines and USCCB Renewing the Vision. Weekly Gatherings: Plan and host engaging weekly sessions (catechesis, small groups, prayer, service, fellowship). Retreats & Events: Coordinate at least one annual retreat (ENG/ESP) plus seasonal missions, service days, and deanery/diocesan events (e.g., youth rallies, NCYC as appropriate). Leadership Development: Recruit, train, and mentor a core team of adult and peer leaders; provide ongoing formation and safe-environment compliance. Family & Sacramental Integration: Collaborate with Faith Formation to support Confirmation prep; engage parents/guardians through bilingual communications, parent nights, and family faith opportunities. Pastoral Care & Outreach: Maintain a welcoming presence; accompany teens and families; conduct outreach to under-engaged youth (school, sports, neighborhood). Liturgy & Service: Integrate youth into liturgical ministries (lectors, music, hospitality) and organize service/mission opportunities tied to Catholic social teaching. Administration: Schedule, budget, registrations, permission forms, transportation, vendor coordination, and incident reporting in line with parish/diocesan policies. Social Media & Communications (30%) Strategy & Calendar: Develop a bilingual content calendar (web, email, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, WhatsApp/GroupMe as appropriate) that promotes parish liturgies, ministries, and events. Content Production: Create short-form video, graphics, photos, reels; write copy consistent with parish tone and diocesan brand guidelines. Livestream & Tech: Support basic photo/video capture and occasional livestream needs; coordinate with AV volunteers/vendors. E-News & Bulletins: Assist Pastor with monthly e-newsletters, parish-wide announcements, and event promotions; provide timely website updates. Analytics & Growth: Track reach/engagement; recommend improvements; ensure compliance with Safe Environment and intellectual property policies. Minimum Qualifications Practicing Catholic in good standing who supports and lives the teachings of the Church. Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, Education, Communications, or related field; equivalent ministry experience considered. Bilingual (English/Spanish) with excellent written and verbal communication in both languages. 2+ years experience in parish/diocesan youth ministry or Catholic school campus ministry. Experience managing social media for an organization (content creation, scheduling, analytics). Proficiency with standard office tools and basic design/video apps (e.g., Canva/ CapCut/iMovie), and parish platforms (Flocknote, website CMS). Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally for ministry activities. Compliance & Safe Environment Must complete and maintain Diocese of Phoenix Safe Environment training and background check prior to start and annually thereafter. Ensures all volunteers comply with Safe Environment policies; models best practices for digital communications with minors. Follows all parish/diocesan policies for transportation, off-site events, permission forms, photo/video releases, and incident reporting. Schedule & Working Conditions Full-time with regular evening/weekend hours (weekly youth night, Sunday Mass presence, retreats, special events). Some lifting/physical setup for events; ability to move between buildings and outdoor activities. Occasional overnight retreats, conferences, and diocesan gatherings. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary commensurate with experience and diocesan guidelines; full benefits per parish policy (health, retirement, PTO/holidays). #J-18808-Ljbffr Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix