Pastoral Associate

Job Description

The Pastoral Associate is responsible for the overall direction of Faith Formation, Youth Ministry, Parish Outreach Programs and other administrative functions. The Coordinator of Religious Education and Youth Ministry Coordinator report to the Pastoral Associate. The Pastoral Associate reports to the Pastor.
Duties include the following:
Interview, counsel and provide assistance to clients in need
Coordinate the Food Pantry Assistance Program
Coordinate and Facilitate the Good Samaritan Ministry and various projects
Record, monitor and reconcile gift cards and cash fund distributions
Facilitate the Bereavement Support Group sessions twice per year
Oversee the Homebound Ministry
Moderate the Lazarus Ministry and Annual Mass of Remembrance
Plan and coordinate the Annual Parish Lenten Mission
Manage and update the Parish Website and Facebook Page
Prepare the Weekly Hubspot communication to parishioners
Administer WeShare platform and assist Business Manager
Administer of ECatholic payments
Coordinate Jumbo 50/50 and Christmas Raffles
Coordinate Parsippany Fall Festival participation
Coordinate Youth Protection Program-maintain records and enforce diocesan safe environment policies for those who work with minors
Administer background checks as required
Take minutes for the monthly Staff Meetings
Coordinate the Thanksgiving Mass preparation
Oversee the Faith Formation Program through the Coordinator for Religious Education
Oversee the Youth Ministry Program through the Youth Ministry Coordinator
Qualifications:
A practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
Bachelor's degree in Theology, Religious Education or Church Management (Masters preferred)
Experience in parish administration
Strong organizational, communication and leadership skills
Ability to work collaboratively with clergy, staff, volunteers, parishioners and clients
Bilingual English/Spanish highly preferred
Must pass a background check and receive a Certificate in Protecting God's Children training.
This is a full-time position. Some evenings or weekend duties as required.
Compensation based on experience and knowledge.

About the Employer

Mission Statement: To witness the truth of the Gospel by joyfully living a Christ-led life of prayer, worship, and service.