Employment

St Joseph Catholic church, Stuart, Florida seeks an enthusiastic, energetic and visionary Director of Youth/Young Adult Ministry. The Director will have a passion to work with Middle School, High School and Young Adults, helping them develop their relationship with Jesus Christ.

Ideally the individual will have a strong faith commitment, in good standing with the Church, a degree in Theology and Certification in Youth Ministry with a minimum of three years’ experience in a similar position. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

The Diocese is dedicated to providing excellent working conditions with competitive compensation in order to attract and retain an outstanding workforce. The Diocese of Palm Beach offers a competitive benefits package to employee’s working 30 or more hours per work week consisting of comprehensive medical, vision, dental, LTD, group life insurance, optional life insurance.  The diocese also provides a 403(b)-retirement plan to all employees.  Information on our benefits and retirement programs can be found here.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrated capacity to develop and lead a comprehensive youth ministry program rooted firmly in Catholic doctrine and parish life, considering the lived realities, struggles, and specific needs of the youth population he or she is serving.
• Strong knowledge of Catholic teaching, particularly, Catholic Moral Theology, Theology of the Body, Familiarity with YOUCAT and DOCAT as tools for youth catechesis
• Experience leading prayer experiences, Eucharistic Adoration, retreats, small faith-sharing groups, and service opportunities. THE EDGE and LIFE TEEN.
• A good listener and strong communicator who can relate effectively to adolescents.
• Strong digital awareness, including healthy social media boundaries and education regarding inappropriate on-line behavior. Computer literate.
• Clear commitment to maintaining diocesan safe environment protocols and safeguarding standards.
• Leadership skills to recruit, train, and support peer ministry and adult volunteers.
• Strong commitment to parent engagement through meetings, workshops, and ongoing, consistent communication regarding programming, expectations, and any concerns.
• Willingness to provide practical resources and guidance to families navigating current youth challenges.
• Maturity to earn the trust of young people while maintaining proper authority and professional boundaries.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and make responsible judgment calls.
• Knowledge and understanding of church organization and operational procedures.
• Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving capacity.
• Ability to stay focused and organized. Strong interpersonal skills. Strong ethical values.
• Ability to respect confidentiality and consistently exercise discretion and good business judgment.
• Adheres to the Diocese of Palm Beach Code of Conduct.
• Reliable insured vehicle and ability to travel to locations within the Diocese of Palm Beach.
• Strong faith commitment, in good standing with the Church.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a similar position.
• Degree in Theology and Certification in Youth Ministry.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasional light lifting and carrying of under 15 pounds.
• Occasional moderate carrying and lifting of 15 – 44 pounds.
• Frequent use of both hands and fingers (i.e. typing).
• Frequent extended periods of sitting.
• Occasional periods of standing, kneeling and climbing.
• Exposed to visual display terminal for prolonged periods.
• Occasional ability of minimal hearing (i.e. loud noises, sirens) and routine hearing (i.e. listening to others in conversation).
• Occasional time spent working closely with others.

The above is intended to describe the general context of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

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To apply, download and complete the Employment Application and submit along with the following:

• Resume that includes personal email and cell phone number
• Salary requirements
• Three references, one should include your pastor

to the attention of Rev. Noel McGrath at noelm@sjcflorida.org  

No Phone Calls Please.