Description
Youth Ministry
- Organizes youth events for high school students (determines dates, theme, volunteer training sessions as needed).
- Recruits volunteers. Creates and fosters peer ministry leaders.
Faith Formation
- Designs and oversees curriculum for Confirmation Preparation Program.
- Coordinates Homeschool Faith Formation program.
- Selects and orders faith formation materials, reviews current curriculum, and adoption of new curriculum when necessary.
- Working with the Faith Formation Secretary, maintains accurate records of students and families.
Sacrament Preparation
- Coordinates specifics for Confirmation (and other sacraments if needed).
- Plans parent and sponsor meetings throughout the process.
- Plans programs, events, and prepares resources that help parents in their role as primary catechists.
Catechist Training
- Monitors sufficient number of catechists and other volunteers for Faith Formation classes.
- Plans sessions and creates resources for faith formation catechists.
- Maintains regular communication with catechists/volunteers.
Requirements
- Baptized member in good standing with the Roman Catholic Church and active in the parish faith community.
- Well-developed knowledge of Catholic sacraments and requirements for reception of sacraments.
- High School diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Experienced in teaching the faith to high school students and their parents and sponsors.
- Excellent oral, written, and electronic communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite.
- Ability to work well with others, to prioritize multiple demands, work well under pressure, and maintain confidentiality.
Hours: Up to 20 hours per week.
Parish meetings, activities, and events as requested.
Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.
Information/Application Contact
St Bernardine of Siena Church (Woodland Hills)
24410 Calvert Street
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
frmichael@stbernardine.org