Posted: 07/08/2026
The Community of the Good Shepherd located at 8815 E. Kemper Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45249 is seeking a full-time Youth Minister. The Youth Ministry is responsible for:
- Coordinating discipleship efforts for adolescents utilizing a comprehensive youth ministry model, including Confirmation.
- Utilizing an effective means of communication to both youth and their families about the variety of ministry and program opportunities available.
- Identifying, training and supporting parish leadership teams of youth and adults who, together with existing parish commissions, implement ministry efforts aimed at addressing evangelization.
- Developing and maintaining a budget for youth ministry.
- Providing ongoing education and consciousness-raising for the broader parish about a vision of youth ministry, youth culture, adolescent development, youth needs, etc.
- Serving as the liaison to other youth-serving agencies within the broader community and to the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.
- Advocating for participation by youth in the ministries and service organizations of the parish.
- Developing and utilizing evaluative tools for all aspects of the ministry.
- Facilitating four Lenten Fish Fry evenings in collaboration with adult and youth volunteers.
- Coordinating and leading the yearly youth mission trip.
A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Pastoral Ministry, Religious Studies, Theology, Religious Education, or related field is required. This position requires evening and weekend work.