Full Time
Youth Ministry Specialist, Catholic Diocese of Cleveland
Cathedral Square Plaza
Youth Ministry - Cleveland, Ohio
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
THE CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF CLEVELAND
Youth Ministry Specialist
Full-time, Nonexempt
The Catholic Diocese of Cleveland was founded on April 23, 1847. It is the twenty-third largest diocese in the United States. Under the leadership of the Most Reverend Edward J. Malesic, the diocese encompasses the counties of Cuyahoga, Summit, Lorain, Lake, Geauga, Medina, Wayne and Ashland. There are more than 670,000 Catholics in the Diocese, and Catholic Charities. There are 184 parishes, 110 Catholic schools, 1 pastoral center and 1 mission office within the diocese. The cathedral is the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, located in downtown Cleveland. Members of the diocesan staff support the Bishop in ministering to the people of God by working together to provide vision, leadership and service to continue the mission of Jesus to transform the world. As a community, they are committed to live by the values of faith, dignity, stewardship and justice.
Primary Function:
The Youth Ministry Specialist supports the Office of Youth Ministry (OYM) by promoting comprehensive youth ministry efforts for youth (adolescents in grades 6-12) in the diocese. Reporting to the Director of Youth Ministry, the Youth Ministry Specialist will advocate for, coordinate, and provide services related to pastoral care, formation, support, and networking for youth ministry leaders.
Responsibilities:
- Build relationships with youth ministry leaders
- Mentor and coach new youth ministers
- Plan, promote, and execute OYM events, including youth ministry formation
opportunities and direct ministry events - Lead regional youth ministry gatherings across the diocese
- Maintain relationship between scouting organizations and the diocese
- Assist and perform other duties as needed
Qualifications:
- A practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church who is committed to the teachings, values and traditions of the Catholic Church
- In-depth familiarity with the Roman Catholic Church, its structure, teaching, beliefs and attitudes, with particular emphasis on the parish environment
- Bachelor’s degree in Theology or related field
- At least two years of experience in youth ministry at the parish level
- Demonstrated ability to work with and support people with diverse ethnic, social, cultural and economic backgrounds
- A creative thinker who will take initiative to develop new areas of outreach and programs
- Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Availability and commitment to work weekdays, and some evenings and weekends
To Apply:
Please submit cover letter, resume, and a completed Diocese of Cleveland Employment application, including contact information for three (3) professional references using the below form.
Application must be completed in full, please avoid advising to “see resume” within any application fields. Position will remain open until filled.