Location:Townsville Catholic Education Office, KirwanPosition: Youth Ministry Coordinator (YMC)Salary Range: $117,957 - $132,763 per annum Tenure: Full Time, PermanentCommencing Date: Semester 2 (July 2025)Closing Date: Thursday, 5 June 2025 unless filled priorTownsville Catholic Education supports a diverse region extending from Townsville to the Burdekin and Whitsunday regions in the South, North to Ingham and Halifax, South-West to Winton, and West to the border with the Northern Territory, encompassing Mount Isa and several small, isolated western towns and east to Palm Island.About the roleTownsville Catholic Education is currently seeking an experienced and dedicatedYouth Ministry Coordinator (YMC). The role is full time, permanent and will commence in Semester 2 (July 2025).Alternate working contexts and a later start date may be considered.The Youth Ministry Coordinator (YMC) is line managed by the System Learning & Teaching Adviser – Religious Education under the direction of the Director Mission and Learning and in partnership with the TCE Catholic Identity Team, Principals, Assistant Principals – Religious Education (APRE), and school-based Youth Ministry Workers (YMWs) to enhance a Catholic identity through a coordinated ministry that animates an enlivened Catholic faith and provides spiritual formation and leadership opportunities for youth in our system of schools.The role is designed to centralise and provide support to APREs, Chaplains, school-based Youth Ministry Workers and relevant staff engaged in youth ministry through assisting with curating, developing and implementing effective youth ministry frameworks, projects, programs, retreats and events. A key aspect of this role is to connect with youth ministry stakeholders across Townsville Catholic Education schools, Townsville Diocesan commissions, groups and teams and Parishes in actively promoting and coordinating a youth ministry that brings young people to a deeper faith in Christ.The Youth Ministry Coordinator will perform the duties outlined in this description, in a professional and respectful way.Key Accountabilities includeProvide advice and support to the Director – Mission and Learning on youth ministry and best practices as they pertain to youth and their involvement in the life of the ChurchWork collaboratively with TCE’s Mission and Learning teams to develop a school-based Youth Ministry framework that supports the facilitation of programs and initiatives for students in Catholic schools in the Townsville DioceseSupport APREs and their staff in drawing young people into participation in age appropriate youth ministry and faith initiatives to give them a sense of belonging and participation in the mission of the ChurchProvide appropriate and contemporary professional development to school staff on best practices as they pertain to youth and their involvement in the life of the ChurchMaintain current and relevant knowledge on best practice on fostering the total personal and spiritual growth of youth so they are drawn into responsible participation in the life and mission of the Catholic faith communityAct as a conduit between TCE, Townsville Catholic Diocese, Parishes and other relevant bodies on matters pertaining to youth ministry particularly the participation of young people in the sacramental life of the Church through the provision of ongoing opportunities to gather for dynamic and vibrant worship as young people of the DioceseDraw on current knowledge and collaboration with others who offer expertise in areas such as liturgy, faith development, vocations ministry, welcome and inclusion ministry, family ministry and pastoral planning to improve the development of youth ministry in the Townsville DioceseStrengthen connections with ACU La-Salle Academy and CSYMA to enhance initiatives and mission renewal in local parishesDisseminate information regarding Youth Ministry priorities, projects, initiatives, issues, resources and programs to personnel providing services to school communitiesAbout youStrong commitment to the mission, teachings, and practices of the Catholic faithProven ability to engage with young people in a school contextExperience in working in partnership in promoting faith development, service and justice programsPrevious experience in developing and delivering programs, retreats and resources for young people of school ageExperience in collaborating with a broad range of people and in a team environmentBaptised Catholic in communion with the churchAppropriate tertiary qualifications (or working towards)Relevant youth ministry experienceAbility to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe mannerAbility to travel within the Townsville DioceseCurrent Driver’s LicenceYouth Ministry experience in Catholic school contextA recognised degree in education and teachingRegistration with the Queensland College of TeachersWhat we offer4 weeks Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading on 4 weeksSalary packagingoptionsModern facilities, equipment and resourcesSuperannuation up to 12.75% employer contribution (in a co-contribution arrangement)Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service14 Weeks’ paid parental leaveFitness Passport optionsDeferred Salary SchemeCorporate health insuranceInduction, professional development and learning opportunitiesWellbeing programs and initiativesOur OrganisationTownsville Catholic Education provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission. Townsville Catholic Education has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.How to applyPlease complete the application form belowUpload a current resume with contact details of three referees (2 x professional and 2 x Parish Priest)Upload a cover letterto support your application.For a confidential conversation please contact the Director of Mission and Learning on (07) 4773 0900Application close: 3:00pm Thursday, 5 June 2025 unless filled priorApplications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.Your personal information is collected, stored and treated in accordance with ourPrivacy Policy .Yes I agree to the privacy statement *Personal Details * Required fieldFirst name *Last name *E-mail *Phone *Digits only or add + for international numbersStreet *Street Cont.City, Town or Suburb *Postcode or Zipcode *Country *State, Region or Province *LinkedIn URL(Please click on your profile and copy the URL from your profile page.)QuestionsWork RightsIt is a legal requirement for all Australian employers to ensure candidates have the right to work in Australia.Please choose one: *I am an Australian CitizenI am a permanent resident of Australia or NZ citizen who has entered Australia on a valid passportI am a non citizen with a valid visa that provides work rights and I consent to this being verifiedHave you previously worked for Townsville Catholic Education? *YesNoIf yes, please provide further information.Are you a committed Catholic who is an active member of a Catholic Eucharistic community? *YesNoIf yes, please provide the name of your current parishWill you undertake to develop and maintain an adequate understanding of Catholic teachings, to demonstrate Christian values and to educate students in accordance with the Catholic ethos in your interactions with students and other staff? *YesNoDiversityDo you identify as any of the following?I identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander personI am from a non-English speaking backgroundIf other - please list below.QualificationsPlease list graduate and postgraduate qualifications relevant to the role that you have attained / are attaining in the areas of Education, Faith Education, Theology or Christian Leadership.Please attach copies of any qualifications as evidence. *If you have not yet completed any postgraduate study in Faith Education, Theology or Christian Leadership, are you prepared to commit to the completion of such study? *YesNoWhat previous experience do you have that directly relates to this role? In particular, please detail any experience in teaching and leading the teaching of Religious Education. *Please provide your teacher registration or professional membership details. For example, Queensland College of Teachers (QCT), Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) etc. *Townsville Catholic Education must remain committed to promoting and protecting the rights, interests and wellbeing of children. Employees that work with children and young people will be required to hold a Working With Children Check - Blue Card prior to commencing employment. For more information please visit http://www.qld.gov.au/bluecard. *I hold a current Paid Blue CardI hold a current Volunteer Blue CardI have submitted a Blue Card application which is currently pending approvalI hold QCT/AHPRA registrationWhen are you available to commence? *Work Health and SafetyIt is important for us to ensure that your health and safety is protected in the workplace. Are there any specific health problems, pre-existing illness or injury which may impact on your ability to safely perform the inherent (essential) requirements of the position you are making application for? *YesNoIf yes, please provide further details.Due to the nature of particular roles, some employees may be required to undergo pre-employment medical assessments during the selection process. Depending on the nature of the role, it may be necessary for successful applicants to be immunised against certain preventable diseases in order to minimise the risk of transmission. Do you consent? *YesNoThe Criminal Law (Rehabilitation of Offenders) Act 1986 outlines the requirement to disclose convictions where an application is being made for specified positions.Have you been convicted, found guilty or otherwise had any criminal offence proven against you? *YesNoIf yes, please provide further detailsHave you been charged with any criminal offence which is not yet before a court, or yet to be fully determined by a court or still pending before a court? *YesNoIf yes, please provide further detailsRefereesWe require you to nominate three (3) professional referees, two of which must be your parish priest and your line manager.These people will be required to speak to your work performance as it pertains to the position you are applying for. Please provide each referee's name, position title, organisation, contact number and email address. We advise you to approach your nominated referees prior to providing their details to Townsville Catholic Education to confirm their willingness to participate in our recruitment processes.Referee 1 - Parish Priest *Referee 2 - Current Principal/Line Manager *Referee 3 - Other professional referee *Declaration:I declare that the information I have entered into this application including that contained in any supporting documentation is true, complete and correct. I understand that a false statement, omission or dishonest answer to any questions may be grounds for my application being disqualified from the recruitment process, or if subsequently employed, may result in termination of employment. *The information provided in this application is true, complete and correct.
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