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Position: Young Adult Ministry Coordinator
Reports To: The Pastor
FSLA Status: Non-exempt
Purpose
The Young Adult Ministry (YAM) Coordinator manages, oversees and participates in all aspects of Young Adult Formation for Post High School to 39-year old parishioners. The coordinator strives to reach out and minister to young adults at the parish so as to draw them into responsible participation into the full life and mission of the Church. The coordinator should seek to connect young adults to Christ, His Church and a faith filled peer community by offering various social, service and spiritual opportunities.
Responsibilities:
YAM Coordinator has responsibilities which include (but are not limited to):
- Identify, train and support parish leadership teams of young adults and volunteers who will implement the parish diocesan goals of young adult ministry
- Plans and implements YAM activities which encompass a balance of spiritual, social and service events on a weekly, monthly and yearly basis
- Develops a strategic vision and ongoing outreach plan to increase the participation of the young adults in wider parish programming and leadership
- Directs the recruitment, training, evaluation, support and safe training of volunteers
- Provides for the spiritual, formational, vocational, and social needs of the young adults
- Promotes service opportunities through projects within the parish and the larger community
- Creates, distributes and maintains the YAM Calendar, and provides social media outlets
- Establishes a work schedule and publishes the hours of YAM events and activities
- Is visible in the parish and community where young adults are present
- Participates in preparation & management of parish advisory boards if necessary
- Connects young adults in the parish to regional conferences, retreats, leadership development opportunities, and other diocesan young adult activities
- Other duties as assigned
The Young Adult Coordinator works collaboratively with the parish staff and parish community by:
- Upholding and supporting the mission of parish, as well as Faith Formation Catechetical plans
- Participates in aspects of parish life through community, worship, catechesis and outreach
- Fosters effective communication within and outside the parish
- Continues personal faith development and professional development through learning opportunities at parish, Diocesan Office for Young Adult Ministry
- Works closely with the youth and faith formation ministries to provide seamless support
Requirements & Skills:
- Faithfully represents the teachings of the Catholic Church with integrity in word and action
- A fully initiated and practicing Catholic with 2-4 years of ministry experience at the parish level
- Ability to coordinate events and develop programs
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting and environment
- Strong organizational and communication skills;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media management
- Valid California Driver’s License
- Physical tasks include driving, stooping, bending, and setting up for events
- Bachelors’ degree (or in progress of obtaining) preferred, but not necessary
Please submit cover letter and resume to slower@stgg.org