Pastoral Associate

Archdiocese Of Portland In Oregon•Portland, OR

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About The Position

St. Juan Diego Catholic Church is looking for a full-time Pastoral Associate. We are looking for someone who works as an integral member of the parish staff, sharing in the responsibility of the needs assessment, decision-making, planning and implementation of parish ministries and operations. The Pastoral Associate is more of a generalist than a specialist, working at the direction of the pastor in responding to the spiritual, pastoral, educational, and administrative needs of the parish. Relates to the local, Area Vicariate and Archdiocesan structures.

Requirements

Proven ability in organizational and communications skills and an understanding of faith development.
Must be able to pray with anyone, anytime.
Must be able to prioritize workload to meet program requirements.
Ability to work both independently and as a member of a pastoral team.
Must be flexible, creative and responsible.
Must be bilingual in Spanish and English.
Valid driver license required.
Must be an active member of a Roman Catholic faith community.
Must have a bachelor's degree in religious education or theology. And 5 years of experience in parish work or a related field.
Must have a pervasive and persistent prayer life.
Demonstrated ability to successfully catechize adults and children.
Must have comprehensive knowledge of the Catholic faith and the ability to speak authoritatively regarding church practices, procedures and teachings.

Responsibilities

Administers designated parish programs - volunteer coordination, evangelization and outreach.
Coordinates the parish's evangelization outreach efforts.
Contributes to the faith formation and development of ministers and parishioners.
Collaborates with other parish ministers to fulfill the religious education needs of parishioners.
Provides spiritual support and guidance to individuals and families.
Provides spiritual support within the parish for individuals and groups through ministry programs, pastoral counseling, etc.
Assists and shares in ministering to persons in crisis, e.g., the sick, grieving, divorced and separated, widows and widowers, as well as emergency requests for assistance.
Works with volunteers in establishing and attaining parish ministry goals.
Serves as a member of the Pastoral Leadership Team and Pastoral Council for the parish.
Assists the Pastor in welcoming and integrating persons into the parish community.
Contributes to the initial formation and ongoing development of various ministers and parish groups.
Maintains a strict level of confidentiality about Church, parish business and parishioners
Participates in the pastoral care of the sick in homes and/or hospitals.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.