Pastoral Care Coordinator

Description

SUMMARY 

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. 

1. Authenticity: Conviction that God has called us to reflect exteriorly our inner life of faith in our daily 

 living. 

2. Respect: Affirming each person’s God-given dignity and uniqueness. 

3. Courage: Inspired by this gift of the Holy Spirit, we proclaim and live the Word of God fearlessly and 

 devotedly. 

4. Commitment: Individually and collectively, we are steadfast to the team and its purpose. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

The duties and functions outlined herein are representative of the types of tasks performed within 

this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific duties or 

functions do not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or logical 

assignment for this role. Other duties may be required and assigned. 

• 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;

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential 

functions. 

CATHOLIC FAITH 

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. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

• 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; 

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES 

• 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; 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

Work is performed primarily in an office and parish setting. This position requires a flexible schedule, 

including evenings and weekends, to support pastoral needs and parish activities. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

Tasks require the ability to perform light physical work, which may include lifting, carrying, pushing, 

and/or pulling objects and materials up to 15 pounds. Work may involve extended periods at a computer 

or workstation. The position also requires the ability to sit and stand for extended periods and to 

communicate effectively in both verbal and written form, with or without reasonable accommodation. 

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the 

performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and 

requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with 

disabilities.  To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to 

perform each duty proficiently. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, 

skills, and ability. 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work 

performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as 

a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees 

assigned to this job.