Youth Minister

Job Summary

St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church is seeking a faith-filled, energetic, and relational leader to serve as our Coordinator of Youth Ministry. This position focuses on accompanying and evangelizing high school students, helping them grow into lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ within the Catholic Church.

This role will lead and grow the parish high school youth ministry program while also assisting in Confirmation preparation for parish youth. The ideal candidate will have a passion for sharing the Catholic faith, building authentic relationships, and creating opportunities for teens to encounter Christ through prayer, community, service, formation, and the sacramental life of the Church.

St. Clement of Rome is open to filling this role as either a full-time or part-time position, depending on the gifts, experience, and availability of the candidate.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the parish high school youth ministry program
• Plan and facilitate weekly youth ministry gatherings and events
• Foster authentic relationships with teens and families through consistent presence and engagement
• Create opportunities for prayer, discipleship, retreats, service, fellowship, and faith formation
• Recruit, train, support, and collaborate with volunteers and core team members
• Encourage teens toward a deeper sacramental life and active participation in the Church
• Coordinate retreats, conferences, social outings, and service opportunities, including participation in the Steubenville STL Mid-America Conference, Luke 18 retreat, and other regional events
• Assist with Confirmation preparation for parish youth
• Build relationships with 8th grade students transitioning into high school youth ministry
• Maintain a visible and active presence within parish life, including school events, youth activities, parish functions, and PSR engagement
• Communicate regularly with youth and families through email, social media, and parish communication platforms
• Maintain strong collaboration with parish staff and the Archdiocese of St. Louis Office of Youth Ministry
• Ensure all activities comply with Archdiocesan safe environment and youth protection policies

Job Qualifications

• Practicing Roman Catholic in good standing with the Church
• Strong knowledge of and fidelity to Catholic teachings and traditions
• Demonstrated passion for evangelization and youth ministry
• Experience in youth ministry, education, ministry leadership, or a related field preferred
• Ability to build strong, authentic relationships with teens, parents, and volunteers
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Comfortable using technology, social media, and communication tools to engage youth and families
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple ministry activities and events
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required
• Must complete all Archdiocesan requirements, including background check and safe environment training

Desired Qualities

• Joyful, approachable, and engaging
• Relational and authentic in ministry style
• Initiative-driven, creative, and energetic
• Collaborative, flexible, and open to growth