Youth Ministry Intern

Description

• Assist with the planning and execution of Edge Nights, taking increasing ownership over particular portions such as a Gather, Proclaim, or Send.
• Support the Coordinator of Edge in preparation, setup, and clean up for ministry.
• Assist with preparation for ministry including gathering & organizing supplies, visioning & executing environment components, and providing support for communication components (eg. Social media, website, etc.)
• Encourage and support Core Team members in their role of ministry.
• Seek to build support and communication with parents, parishioners, and staff members.
• Cultivate a deep prayer life as a foundation for ministry, contributing to areas of discernment and intercession.
• Contribute to creating and promoting ministry in a way that continually invites new youth, in all stages of discipleship, to participate.
• Attend staff meetings as required.
• Work cooperatively with St. Timothy Parish and School Staff
• Complete Diocesan Safe Environment Training annually & maintain all appropriate boundaries consistently.
• Adhere to personnel practices of the Diocese of Phoenix and applicable parish policies and procedures.
• Work a minimum of 8 hours in office during typical office hours (M-Th, 9-5)
• Perform any task deemed necessary by the Pastor or his delegate

Requirements

• Enthusiastically evangelize youth and form others to do so
• Practicing Catholic in good standing; faith-filled, Holy Spirit driven, self-motivated, imaginative, energetic and reliable
• Some experience of youth ministry (may be as a leader or participant)
• Knowledge of general technology (Canva, Flocknote, AV, etc.)
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, including public speaking
• Ability to work well with middle school and high school youth, parents and volunteers
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to multitask
• Must have initiative, creativity, sensitivity to the needs of people; sound judgment regarding individual and program needs
• Must maintain confidentiality of sensitive/personal information
• Must be able to work independently, with minimal supervision and frequent interruptions
• Must be available to work nights and weekends, as required (1-2 nights/week + 1 weekend/quarter on average)
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Must have reliable personal transportation
• Dedication to the community of St. Timothy and the Catholic Church by participating in liturgical celebrations, prayer and service, requested parish events, etc.