Catholic Chaplain (Casual)

Amherst•Amherst, MA

1d•$30 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Amherst College invites applications for the Catholic Chaplain position. The Catholic Chaplain is a part-time, casual, non-benefited position. The expected range for this position is $30.00-33.00 per hour. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for Benefits Information. The Catholic Chaplain serves a vital function in the Center for Religious and Spiritual Life (RSL) within the division of Student Affairs by supporting our Catholic community, which includes students, staff, faculty, alumni, parents, and families. The Chaplain provides a welcoming ministry to a diverse student population and College community, and takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce by participating in the College’s efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment. The role centers student support and advising, while sacramental leadership is provided in collaboration with visiting clergy and local partners. The position primarily requires weekday work hours, participating in some evening and weekend programs at times to be determined based on the Chaplain’s and students’ availability, as well as the high holidays. Flexibility and availability for select additional evening and weekend programs (e.g. panels, vigils, Baccalaureate) is expected. This is an in-person and on-campus position. 13 hours/week during the academic year

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Trained in the Catholic tradition and able to facilitate Catholic study, prayer, and gatherings
Organizational and pastoral care skills
Ability to teach Catholic tenets and provide a welcoming ministry to a diverse student population and the College community
Previous professional work and/or volunteer experience, preferably in a Catholic organization and/or working with college-age adults
Self-motivation and the ability to work independently, while also appreciating supervision and teamwork
A commitment to creating an inclusive, vibrant, and pluralistic Catholic community
Ability to effectively engage students at all levels in Catholic life and to serve as a resource in a pluralistic setting
Ability to work flexible hours to engage students and attend events
Strong oral, written, and non-verbal communication skills
An ability to manage logistics and multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
Creative problem-solving.
Successful completion of required reference and background checks

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in divinity, ministry, or theology or equivalent pastoral experience.
Experience working in higher education chaplaincy or student affairs settings

Responsibilities

Provide Catholic religious, holiday, and cultural programming on campus and make all reasonable efforts to accommodate the religious and spiritual needs of Catholic students, as well as faculty and staff
Support and attend student-initiated programs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Advocate for and advise on the ongoing development of Catholic resources on campus
Seek out and share opportunities from local, regional, and national organizations for immersive Catholic experiences.
Advise Catholic student organizations including leadership development and mentoring of student leaders
Develop strategies for contacting and serving uninvolved/under-involved students
Provide one-on-one and group spiritual counseling and pastoral care to students navigating faith, doubt, identity, or belonging within a pluralistic campus context; and, when time allows, to faculty and staff by request
Serve the campus community in times of crisis
Hold regular office hours
Attend regularly scheduled Religious & Spiritual Life staff meetings, OICR team meetings, and Student Affairs division meetings.
Communicate in a timely manner with students and staff, balancing weekly hours between on-campus commitments and responsive attention to communications
Consult with the Director of Religious and Spiritual Life on matters related to policy, crisis response, and institutional representation
Stay current with trends in chaplaincy by maintaining membership in the Association for Chaplaincy and Spiritual Life in Higher Education (ACSLHE) or comparable organizations.