Director of Child and Family Ministry

Job Description

Job Summary:
The Director of Child and Family Ministry is a full time position whose primary focus is to evangelize and catechize the children and families of children in kindergarten through fifth grade. We would also consider any applicants who wish to work part-time in this role.

This position is an integral member of the pastoral staff and is accountable to the Pastor and reports to the Director of Christian Formation. The Director of Child and Family Ministry is responsible for bringing the Gospel to the families in our traditional formation classes as well as our Family Program (family formation in an intergenerational approach with a pull out for various child development levels). This position requires evening and weekend hours. The ideal candidate is someone who has ministry experience or volunteer experience in ministry and/or the ability to learn new skills

Administrative Duties and Responsibilities:
Serves as a professional member of the pastoral staff
Plans collaboratively with the pastoral staff and administrative staff to carry out the mission of the Church
Passionately shares the Gospel with children and their families
Attends all pertinent meetings to ensure the carrying out the mission of the Church, which includes, but is not limited to pastoral staff meetings and the Christian Formation Committee
Maintains accurate records for programming and for Safeguarding all of God's Children

Formation Duties and Responsibilities:
Integral member of the Faith Formation Staff, primarily responsible for children from kindergarten through fifth grade
Is the lead staff member for the Sacramental Preparation for First Reconciliation and First Communion
Plans, develops and executes the Family Program (currently only once a month)
Engages families in formation as a family - strengthening the Domestic Church
Plans pullouts for children in the following groupings: K5-1st Grade; 2nd Grade; 3rd - 5th Grade
Plans adult content to help parents connect more deeply in their own relationship with God, making sure the proclaim they Good News of the Gospel to those who have not truly heard it
Provides support for catechists by offering trainings and opportunities to pray together
Establishes a team approach between catechists, staff and parents in order to better proclaim the Gospel to all families
Offers opportunities for families to serve others in both the parish and the larger community
Plans on-site retreats for both First Reconciliation and First Communion
Collaborates with the Pastor, Director of Christian Formation and the Principal to manifest the vision for catechetical and sacramental life of the parish
Serves as the staff liaison for Children's Liturgy of the Word
Fosters student participation in evangelization, formation and stewardship; particularly in involvement in the Holy Mass
Effectively manages attendance, behavior concerns and communicates with parents
Assures supervision of minors while on the parish/school grounds for formation
Implements the policies of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee for evangelization, catechesis and stewardship

Other Administrative Responsibilities:
Visibly present and engaged at parish events in order to foster a positive parish relations within the parish but also in the larger community
Attends respective opportunities for faith formation and professional development as able
Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Active, Confirmed Catholic able to participate fully in the Sacramental Life of the Church
Passionate about sharing the Gospel
Bachelor's degree in (1) Theology/Religious Education/Catechetics, or (2) an Education related field AND/OR a (3) certificate in Catholic ministry or theology is desired OR volunteer experience
Experience with children, youth and adults in formation or training is desired
Teachable and able to adjust to creating a culture of discipleship in the parish

Skills Abilities:
Professional, working attitude and able to collaborate with others
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Able to organize, delegate and encourage others
Strong verbal and written skills; able to communicate effectively to a wide variety of people
Basic computer skills: Microsoft office and google suite

ADA Physical Requirements:*
The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk and hear
The employee is frequently expected to sit for extended periods; use hands; reach with hand and arms
Close vision required for paperwork and computer
Able to utilize a computer keyboard, monitor, and telephone
This role functions in an office environment and uses standard office equipment
Ability to lift 20 pounds

*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 the essential functions.
Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.

About the Employer

St. Alphonsus Parish Mission Statement
St. Alphonsus Parish, a vibrant Catholic community, strives to emulate Christ through the sacraments and sends forth disciples to minister to the world.

Parish Motto - Called to Love and Serve.