An assistant should share his/her faith with the parish and is responsible for administrative duties regarding the parish faith formation program. Carries out specific tasks assigned by the Religious Education Director and/or Pastor.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: (The essential functions/major responsibilities listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission or specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position. Duties and responsibilities are also subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.)
- Specific Task/Duties:
- Collaborates with the Director, Pastor, staff, and catechetical personnel in the development of the religious education/faith formation vision and mission statements.
- Helps to ensure that religious / formation programs are rooted in the Gospel, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, General Directory for Catechesis and guidelines and policies from the Diocese of Gary.
- Fosters a climate of faith community through leadership on the faith formation of catechists, families, parents, children, youth, and adults in the parish.
- Assists in planning of the formation process as it pertains to sacraments for youth and children.
- Assists with developing goals and objectives as it relates to catechetical programs for persons of all ages and needs within the parish community.
- Follows Diocese of Gary policies in screening, training, and certifying of catechists including but not limited to: Criminal Background checks, Sexual Misconduct Towards Minors education, Creating Safe Environments for Youth and Virtus.
- Serves as a theological resource for parish and school program.
- Assists with the work of the religious education / formation office and volunteers.
- Pursues opportunities to grow spiritually and professionally through prayer and reflection.
- Completes other duties as assigned.
- Mission
- Support, upholds, and maintains the Mission of the Diocese of Gary and Parish and serves as a role model of the church/school in a positive manner and in all business interactions within the church/school and to the outside community. Demonstrates loyalty and pride in the church/school, its employees and departments.
- Respects and safeguards the confidentiality of information regarding parishioners, co-workers and the church, and holds others accountable to the same standard.
- As a leader within the church, projects a professional and caring demeanor in interactions with all.
- Takes responsibility for maintaining a clean, neat and orderly environment. Uses equipment, supplies and other materials with a focused effort to stewardship and reducing waste.
- Demonstrates an attitude of teamwork when interacting with others within or outside the church. As such, consistently displays respect for self and for others in manner (body language, dress), word (spoken language) and action (behavior).
- Takes ownership of job responsibilities by initiating prompt and appropriate action/follow-up in all areas. Insures appropriate and timely resolutions to situations.
- Exhibits resourcefulness and initiative in anticipating and meeting the needs of others in a pro-active manner. Encourages and empowers subordinates to perform in the same manner.
- Welcomes suggestions and new ideas as an opportunity to learn, grow and improve services.
- Promotes and supports the change effort through accurate and timely communication, flexibility and acceptance.
SPECIFIC JOB SKILLS:
Ability to work with people of all ages. Excellent leadership skills. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and public speaking skills.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
A high school degree is required to uphold the on the job training with no experience necessary.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, stairs, stoop, talk, reach, feel, sit, climb, grasp, hear and perform repetitive motions of the hands/wrists. Lifts and moves items up to 50 pounds.
JOB CONDITIONS:
Work is performed mostly in an office setting. Employee is required to do extensive close computer work, as well as sit for long periods of time. Attend evening, weekend activities and meetings.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of the physical capabilities that must be met by an employee and the working conditions that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.