Job Details
Description
Pastoral Assistant for OCIA
GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION PURPOSE:
Provide inspiration, leadership and direction to the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) program/process for the parish.
This is a part time role.
ESSENTIAL POSITION DUTIES:
a.
Directs the OCIA process for the parish by overseeing and assuring the planning, implementation and evaluation of the OCIA process on an annual basis.
b.
Assures potential catechumens are invited to participate in the OCIA process.
Develops and implements a variety of methods to advertise, inform and invite adults who are interested in becoming members of the Catholic faith.
c.
Assures the availability of sponsors for the catechumens.
Recruits, trains, assigns and supports sponsors.
d.
Assures catechumens are screened and trained in the RCIA process.
Follows the OCIA guidelines in the screening, preparation, formation, education and training of catechumens.
Assures teachers and appropriate training materials are available for all training meetings.
e.
Coordinates all OCIA liturgical celebrations in collaboration with the pastoral leader and other staff.
f.
Develops and administers OCIA budget as delegated by the pastoral leader.
g.
Coordinates OCIA meetings, celebrations and other events with the parish calendar.
h.
Maintains a level of knowledge and skills necessary to serve in this ministry through reading appropriate materials and attending conventions, workshops or classes.
i.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.
Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.