Director of Parish Faith Formation

Company: Life Teen
Location: Hibbing
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Help us reach every teen, restore every parish, and reclaim the culture. Join us today! Director of Parish Faith Formation at Blessed Sacrament Church JOB DESCRIPTION-DIRECTOR OF PARISH FAITH FORMATION
BLESSED SACRAMENT CHURCH Job Title: Director, Parish Faith Formation
Department: Religious Education
Reports To: Fr. Gabriel Waweru
FLSA Status: Exempt, Ministerial Exception
Prepared Date: 12/8/2020
Schedule: Full Time (with Benefits) Flexible Scheduling that includes weekends and evening hours.
Salary: Remuneration based on years of experience SUMMARY
This position is responsible for working with the pastor and deacons to plan, organize, implement, and manage faith-based programs and ministries that meet the requirements of our Catholic faith, provide parishioners with on-going educational opportunities about our faith, and, support the spiritual growth and faith development of all parishioners. This position is responsible for assisting the pastor in planning, implementing, and managing the Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA) class for people considering becoming Catholic. Must also provide proper forms, ensure they are completed as needed, and maintain them as required for each candidate.
This position is also responsible for recruiting and supporting volunteers to implement and coordinate programs as needed. This position may also be responsible for planning and implementing special programs and recruiting and instructing volunteers. This position must always maintain effective communications to ensure successful implementation of all programs or ministries. CONTEXT
This position supports the mission and parishioners of this Catholic parish and exists to help fulfill the evangelical/educational mission of Christ's Church as defined by the mission of the Diocese of Duluth. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Communicate effectively regularly with pastor, deacons, staff, parishioners, and volunteers.
2. Maintain current and accurate records for programs and ministries.
3. Recruit Catechists for each grade level
4. Offer on going catechist support and training
5. Obtain baptismal information for all students in Sacramental years
6. Organize parent meetings and faith formation sessions as necessary
7. Manage and complete multiple tasks accurately and by deadlines.
8. Plan and organize the celebration of First Penance and First Communion with the pastor.
9. Administrate Confirmation requirements.
10. Develop relationships with parishioners and businesses providing programs.
11. Evaluates educational and spiritual needs of parishioners and selects materials.
12. Provide informational materials and signup forms for all programs and ministries.
13. Organize, schedule, plan and manage RCIA program for those considering joining Catholic Church and maintain communications, records, and forms.
14. Plan, oversee and coordinate summer catechesis (e.g. Totus Tuus, Youth Camps, Mission Trip and Liturgical Formation day)
15. Compose bulletin and social media articles about Parish Faith Formation programs and ministries.
16. Attend Diocesan religious education and/or youth ministry meetings with pastor's approval. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain a current level of knowledge and skills required to effectively serve in this position. Must be able to follow the guidance and direction of the pastor to carry out the vision and mission of our parish. Must model high moral and ethical standards essential to the parish and the Catholic faith. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Not responsible for any immediate supervision of employees. QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
1. High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
2. College degree in Religious Education or Youth Ministry preferred
3. One-year experience in a Religious Education or Youth Ministry program preferred. LANGUAGE SKILLS
1. Must possess exceptional interpersonal, communication, verbal, and written language skills. OTHER EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
1. Must be able to maintain confidentiality at all times.
2. Collaborative/friendly work style with ability to project professionalism and sincerity.
3. Member of the Catholic Church in good standing, actively living the faith, with ability to express personal knowledge of the Catholic Faith and commitment to Catholic ideals.
4. Possess excellent organizational skills, capable of multi-tasking.
5. Work effectively independently and as member of a team.
6. Proficient with computer technology such as navigating the internet, keyboarding, and using Microsoft Office (WORD).
7. Punctual and reliable.
8. Successfully pass a criminal background check. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES
Valid Driver's License. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, walk, use hands to feel objects with tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee must occasionally life and/or move objects up to 20-25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The environment is a traditional church and office setting with individual work spaces and equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moderate noise levels in the work environment. Some travel is required. Occasional weekend and evening work is required. About Parish / School / Organization Name As a parish, we are committed to working together to make Jesus Christ known, loved and served in our families, throughout the Hibbing community and in the world. We are also committed to live as the Lord taught, drawing inspiration from the scriptures and strength from the sacraments, especially the Eucharist. Our parish strives to nurture spiritual growth, share the gifts God has given us, and invite others into a relationship with Christ.

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