Youth and Young Adult Minister

Job overview

The Youth and Young Adult Minister is an onsite, full-time role in New Orleans, LA. Compensation is not specified; the posting says salary is negotiable based on experience and education. The position serves Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church’s youth and young adult ministries. The minister coordinates evangelization, formation, and ministry for students in grades 8–12, including the 11th-grade Confirmation program, and facilitates ministry activities for adults ages 21–35. The role builds programs, supports volunteers and leaders, and connects young people with parish, diocesan, and community resources.

What you'll do

• Coordinate youth ministry for grades 8–12 and young adult ministry for ages 21–35
• develop youth ministry curriculum
• administer the Confirmation program
• recruit, train, and support volunteers
• organize gatherings, activities, retreats, and sacramental preparation
• coordinate youth participation in parish liturgies
• communicate ministry activities
• collaborate with the Director of Religious Education and diocesan offices
• support fundraising and comply with Safe Environment protocols.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

youth and young adult minister

new orleans la

archdiocese of new orleans

full-time

catholic parish

youth ministry

grades 8–12

young adults ages 21–35

confirmation program

volunteer training

evenings and weekends

faith formation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Combines parish youth ministry and young adult ministry, including Confirmation program leadership.

About the employer

Archdiocese of New Orleans is hiring for this role. Industry: Religious Organizations. Sector: 81.