Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries

Job Description

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish
"We welcome all to encounter Jesus and serve others with love."
Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministry
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish in Glenshaw, Pennsylvania, is seeking a passionate and faith-filled Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministry to lead young people into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church. This full-time position is ideal for someone who sees ministry as a calling and desires to make a lasting impact on the lives of middle school students, high school students, and young adults.
The ideal candidate is a joyful disciple of Jesus Christ whose Catholic faith is active, visible, and deeply rooted in the life of the Church. We are seeking someone with a heart for evangelization, strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to inspire young people to grow in faith, discipleship, and service.
Responsibilities
• Lead and grow a vibrant youth and young adult ministry rooted in the Catholic faith
• Coordinate outreach, evangelization, retreats, service projects, mission experiences, catechesis, and fellowship opportunities
• Form, train, and support a Core Team and parish volunteers
• Train and prepare young people to serve as altar servers, lectors, ushers, cantors, etc
• Build relationships with youth and families through parish, school, and community involvement
• Provide support, mentorship, and appropriate referrals to youth and families
• Collaborate with parish staff, Blessed Trinity Academy, catechists, and volunteers
• Promote ministry activities and communicate effectively with youth, parents, and parishioners
• Assess the needs of youth and families and provide periodic ministry reports to parish leadership
• Participate fully in the sacramental and parish life of the Church
Qualifications
• Practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church and committed to evangelization
• Bachelor's degree in theology, catechetics, religious education, or related field preferred
• Experience in youth ministry, parish ministry, teaching, or discipleship leadership preferred
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Creative, relational, self-motivated, and enthusiastic
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who desires to help young people encounter Jesus Christ, experience authentic community, and grow as lifelong disciples.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Laurie Exler at exlerl@olphpgh.org.

About the Employer

We Welcome all to Encounter Jesus and Serve others with love.