What are the responsibilities and job description for the Faith Formation Associate (NE) position at AOB?
St. Francis and St. Louis Catholic Pastorate has an opening for a Faith Formation Associate. The Faith Formation Associate will be part of the Pastorate Faith Formation office. This office consists of the Pastoral Director and two Faith Formation Associates. The Associate reports to the Director of Faith Formation. The Associate's job is to collaborate with the team and provide support for all Faith Formation programs at their parish. The candidate must be a team player and have strong organizational, administrative and communication skills.
Essential Functions:
- Assist the Faith Formation office with the planning, promoting, and administration of the Faith Formation programs.
- Provide support for the sacramental preparation for First Confession and First Holy Communion.
- Be present at all Family Faith Formation meetings on Sundays, including set-up, implementation, and clean up.
- Serve as an active member of the pastoral staff. Attend staff meetings and parish events as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
- Has some understanding of the principles of faith formation for youth. Some experience of parish ministry preferred.
- Must be a practicing Catholic and demonstrate a passion for the Church's mission and to the sharing of that mission with others.
- Possesses strong skills in relational ministry. Establishes positive relationships with co-workers and parishioners.
- Displays a positive, professional and empathetic demeanor to youth, parents, and staff.
- Ability to work a highly flexible schedule comprising day, evening, and weekend hours.
- Excellent communication skills - both oral and written.
- A creative thinker who is organized, detail-oriented and executes efficiently.
- Ability to prioritize work assignments, multi-task, and work independently.
- Takes initiative and possesses a willingness to learn.
- Proficiency with Google Drive, Microsoft Office, parish database, and office equipment.