Respect Life and Pastoral Care Coordinator

Position Summary:

The Respect Life and Pastoral Care Coordinator will facilitate Respect Life and Pastoral Care including Bioethics, Disabilities, and Natural Family Planning in the Department of Marriage, Family, and Life. They will work to foster the dignity of human life from conception to natural death by working with Respect Life groups and organizations within the Archdiocese. This person will aid in unifying all generations and help foster relationships among Respect Life ministries. They will work closely with all Pastoral Care (or similar) roles in the parish to help support care and dignity for the elderly, poor, and most vulnerable.

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Investigates, discerns, and advises how the Archdiocese can best prepare, strengthen, and support Respect Life, Pastoral Care, Disability, and Bioethics ministries in the Archdiocese.
• Collaborates with all Respect Life and Pastoral Care events in the Archdiocese.
• Speak/MC at events related to Respect Life, NFP, Bioethics, or Pastoral Care.
• Assists ministry areas on all related to Respect life, Pastoral Care, NFP, or Bioethics.
• Work closely with the Office for the Mission of Catholic Education to find ways we can best support people with disabilities and their families and advise on Bioethics.
• Facilitate opportunities for Respect Life and Pastoral Care groups to deepen their relationship with Christ.
• Assist priests and parish staff with information, instruction, and materials related to Respect Life, Pastoral Care, Disability, NFP, and Bioethics.
• Assist in unifying the Respect Life and Pastoral Care efforts in the Archdiocese.
• Builds and maintains relationships with parish and partner organization leaders.
• Creates and maintains databases of Respect Life coordinators, Pastoral Care coordinators, retreat coordinators and attendees, and available opportunities throughout the Archdiocese and beyond.
• Communicates regularly with constituents via email and phone.

Job Requirements (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• Must be a practicing Catholic who possesses thorough knowledge of and respect for Catholic Church teachings with a faithful personal prayer life
• Ability to execute large scale events
• Ability to plan, prioritize and organize tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Ability to find creative solutions to challenging problems
• Ability to exercise discretion, good judgment, and initiative
• Ability to interact effectively with a variety of demographics
• Ability to work in collaboration with others
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills with the ability to convey information clearly, concisely, and professionally to diverse audiences
• Must have strong public speaking skills
• Must have strong relational and pastoral skills
• Must be self-motivated and passionate about our ministry
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
• Must be diplomatic, tactful, and discreet especially when dealing with confidential matters
• Must be well-organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks
• Must be available to work occasional weekends and some evenings

Job Qualifications: (Education and Experience):

• BA required/ MA preferred in Bioethics, Theology, Catholic Studies, or related
• Bilingual preferred
• Seven to ten years of experience in a parish, school, or ministry in areas of marriage, family, youth, evangelization, education or a related field

 Physical Requirements:

•  Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Please provide a cover letter and resume to Human Resources at hr@archspm.org, by Monday, August 10th. Earlier submissions are welcome.

Full-time position benefits:

Medical and dental benefits
403(b) retirement fund with 3% employer match
16 paid holidays
3 personal days, 7 sick days, 15 vacation days