Pastoral Care Coordinator

St Josephs Catholic Church•Palm Bay, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Pastoral Care Coordinator provides coordination and support of parish pastoral care ministries to ensure the needs of the parish community are met. This role assists the Pastor in the daily operations of ministry to the sick, homebound, and bereavement ministries. The Diocese of Orlando’s four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by employees: Authenticity, Respect, Courage, and Commitment.

Requirements

Requires an appreciation and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the policies of the diocese.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to interact with parishioners, staff, and diocesan representatives in a professional and pastoral manner
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in theology, Pastoral Studies, Pastoral Ministry, or a related field preferred
Previous experience in parish ministry or pastoral care preferred
Demonstrated experience in coordinating programs, volunteers, or ministry activities
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Collaborates with parish staff in providing pastoral care to the parish community
Participates as a member of the parish staff through meetings, planning, and ministry support
Coordinates pastoral services for individuals experiencing illness, grief, or crisis
Oversees ministry to the sick and bereavement ministries, including basic budget tracking and recordkeeping
Promotes a welcoming and supportive parish environment
Coordinates visits to parishioners in hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, and private residences
Recruits, trains, and supervises volunteers in compliance with diocesan policies, including Safe Environment requirements
Receives and processes requests for pastoral visits and Holy Communion for the homebound, hospitalized, and those in care facilities
Maintains an adequate number of trained and screened lay ministers to meet parish needs
Assigns ministers based on individual needs and circumstances
Conducts limited visits, as appropriate, to assess needs and provide support
Coordinates timely priest visits for the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick
Coordinates priest visits to care facilities on a regular basis
Assists in scheduling Masses or liturgical services at designated facilities, as needed