Job Opening: Youth Director

Saint Matthew Catholic Church, located in Franklin, TN, is a growing parish with a talented and energetic staff serving approximately 1,200 families. We are seeking a Youth Director. This position is full-time. 

The Youth Director is responsible for the development, coordination, supervision and execution of parish programs designed to engage and educate the youth (ages 14-18) of the parish. The Youth Director will work to encourage, inspire and engage with the youth on their faith journey.

Responsibilities: 

  • Collaborate with the DRE, pastor and principal to define the strategic direction of the Youth Ministry (Middle School and High School) program. 
  • Responsible for planning and facilitating weekly Rise Nights (modeled after Life Teen nights) with youth during the school year.
  • Responsible for recruiting and training a team of volunteers to serve as the high school Core Team. 
  • Support the DRE with Ignite, the middle school youth program, when schedule allows. 
  • Responsible for planning appropriate events, retreats and service projects to serve as fellowship and spiritual opportunities for youth.
  • Coordinate parish youth involvement in diocese and community activities such as Youth 2000, Search, Youth Leadership Workshop, World Youth Day, Regional and National Youth Conferences, and summer mission trip.
  • Actively recruit youth to participate in Rise (the high school youth ministry program) throughout the year.
  • Maintain a high degree of visibility and involvement in the church and with youth in the community, including coordinating regular visits to the local high schools the teens attend.
  • Collaborate with other Youth Ministry leaders within the diocese to seek solutions and ideas. 
  • Adhere to Diocesan Safe Environment guidelines and ensure timely completion of all required background checks for volunteers. 
  • Participate in the budgeting process and adhere to sound budgeting practices. 
  • Interact and collaborate with parents in a professional and respectful manner to communicate the visions and specific components of the Youth Ministry Department. 
  • Assist the DRE in planning and running the Confirmation Retreat.

Qualifications: 

  • A faithful and practicing Catholic.  
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred. 
  • Thorough knowledge of the teachings and Liturgy of the Roman Catholic Church, preferably with previous experience working in a Roman Catholic Parish 
  • Certified Catechist or willingness to pursue certification 
  • Experience interacting with and leading teens 
  • Preferred experience with graphics, videos and social media content development. 

Competitive salary based upon qualifications and experience with excellent benefits package. Click the button below to apply.