Posted 2/25/2025
Job Title:
Part-time Youth Minister
Hours:
Part time
Parish:
St. Zachary Parish
567 W Algonquin Road
Des Plaines, IL
Description:
St. Zachary Parish is actively looking for a part-time Youth Minister who can serve as a leader and be the point person for the youth of our parish.
The ideal candidate would be an outgoing, responsible person who loves sharing their Catholic faith with others and bringing our youth closer to God. This person will work closely with the Office of Faith Formation.
Job details:
20 hrs per week
Location: St. Zachary Parish - Des Plaines
Start Date: August/September
Job Responsibilities:
Teen Group
- Plan monthly meetings & prepare content usually, a spiritual component that lasts 30-45 minutes & then gym time/project time/adoration/etc. to fill the remainder of the meeting time.
- Plan & execute social & acts of service outings. Oversee the teen cafe once a month- this is our primary way of funding the group. So once a month, we will offer this after all masses while supplies last.
- Typically a 7:00 am arrival to the latest 3 pm. Update the social media page/create flyers/signups (the ideal person would manage this).
- Create a flyer with meeting/event dates.
- Post updates on our Instagram.
- Create a sign-up list for teen cafe/outings.
Other Requirements
- Partner with the Office of Faith Formation & Engage and help with retreats and other events throughout the year.
- Providing leadership, pastoral care, mentorship, and guidance to youth.
- Support and collaborate with the Faith Formation Team.
- Communicate with parish leadership, volunteers, and parents to create a supportive and nurturing community for youth within the larger church family.
- Recruit, train, empower, and lead volunteers to serve in various capacities within the youth ministry program. If interested, please submit your resume and cover letter explaining your interest and including any relevant experience to mrobak@saintzachary.org
Requirements:
Requirements:
- Car/Mode of transportation.
- Must be 21+ & Practicing Catholic.
- Comply with archdiocesan guidelines & complete a background check and required safe environment paperwork.
Special Directions:
Internal Candidates (existing employees) – Please complete the subject field of your email with the following: “Internal Candidate – Job Title – Full name”
External Candidates - Please complete the subject field of your email with the following: “Job Title – Full name”
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