Faith and Mission Coordinator

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Employer-Paid Life, Short-Term, and LT

PTO, Sick Time, and 15 Paid Holidays

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Opportunities

Additional Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago is seeking a Faith and Mission Coordinator to support the spiritual life of staff through pastoral presence, prayer leadership, reflection, remembrance, and faith formation.

This part-time hybrid role focuses on nurturing staff connection to Catholic identity, mission, and values by creating meaningful opportunities for prayer, supporting responses during moments of loss, and helping staff engage the organization’s mission through faith.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in theology, ministry, pastoral studies, spirituality, religious studies, social work, humanities, or related field, or 1-3 years of experience.
• Ability to provide pastoral presence and lead prayerful, reflective experiences for diverse staff audiences.
• Strong understanding of Catholic tradition, liturgical seasons, Catholic social teaching, and the spiritual dimensions of nonprofit service.
• Ability to hold sensitive information with care and confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Weekly Mass: Prepare welcome remarks and Prayers of the Faithful for onsite Mass twice weekly.
• Monthly Reflection: Lead a monthly 30-minute virtual prayer and reflection service for staff.
• Seasonal Liturgies: Coordinate Advent and Lent staff faith experiences, including virtual opportunities.
• Staff Bereavement: Coordinate pastoral responses during staff loss with confidentiality and care.
• Staff Connection and Pastoral Presence: Offer a consistent, caring presence and opportunities for staff connection.

Skills

Pastoral presence

Prayer leadership

Reflection facilitation

Staff support

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in theology/ministry or related field

1-3 years of experience

Job description

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations across Cook and Lake counties to witness a message of mercy and hope to a world in need by improving lives and nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities; and committing to being present to our times through the eyes of faith.

Role Overview

The Faith and Mission Coordinator supports the spiritual life of Catholic Charities staff through pastoral presence, prayer leadership , reflection, remembrance, and seasonal faith formation. This part-time role is dedicated to nurturing staff connection to Catholic Charities' Catholic identity, mission, and values by creating meaningful opportunities for prayer and spiritual reflection, supporting compassionate responses during moments of loss, and helping staff engage the organization's mission through the lens of faith.

*This is a Part-Time hybrid position working approximately 15-20 hours per week.

Job Responsibilities

• Weekly Mass : Prepare welcome remarks and Prayers of the Faithful for onsite Mass twice each week , ensuring language is prayerful, inclusive, liturgically appropriate , and responsive to the spiritual needs of staff and the mission of Catholic Charities . 5 hours weekly average
• Monthly Reflection : Develop and lead a monthly 30-minute virtual prayer and reflection service for staff, including selecting themes, Scripture or spiritual readings, prayers, reflections, and simple participatory elements that invite staff into stillness, hope, gratitude, and mission-centered reflection . 2.5 hour s weekly average
• Seasonal Liturgies : Coordinate and lead staff faith experiences during Advent and Lent, including primarily virtual opportunities for prayer, reflection, and spiritual connection that culminate in an onsite service and luncheon; manage related planning details and collaborate with appropriate colleagues while maintaining primary focus on the pastoral and spiritual experience . 3 hours weekly average (increased time during Advent and Lent)
• Staff Bereavement : Support the staff bereavement protocol by coordinating timely , compassionate, and consistent pastoral responses when staff experience the loss of a loved one, partnering with appropriate internal stakeholders to ensure care is offered with confidentiality, sensitivity, and respect . 2.5 hours weekly average (increased time during crisis or high need )
• Staff Connection and Pastoral Presence : Offer a consistent, caring presence to staff through thoughtful attentive listening and meaningful opportunities for connection, helping employees feel supported and engaged with Catholic Charities' purpose , values, Catholic identity, and spiritual life . 2 hours weekly average

Team Member Responsibilities

• Exhibit alignment with the team's clear goals that are mission-focused, grounded in Catholic Charities history, and tied to action.
• Contribute to a joy-filled culture built upon respect and inclusion, team pride, and community spirit.
• Collaborate effectively to support excellent process, accountability, and constructive conflict.
• Demonstrate a commitment to growth through learning, forgiveness, and reflection.

Living Our Values

• Courageous Compassion: Welcome and serve all with an open heart, empathic listening, and a commitment to radical hospitality.
• Solidarity: Embrace shared humanity by celebrating and giving voice to our differences and choosing the path of collaboration and inclusion.
• Faith-filled Hope and Joy: Uplift each other in times of darkness and celebrate together in times of light, leaning in with humility, humor, and hope.
• Meaningful and Measurable Impact: Meet human need with love, balance immediate action with lasting change, and act with accountability through dialogue, analyses, and reflection.

PLEASE NOTE: Essential functions include all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling, or standing multiple times a day
• Climb up and down up to 3 flights of stairs at a time
• Lift, push, and pull up to 10 lbs

Other Requirements: Comply with program and/or requirements related

• Background check

Education and Experience Requirements

Minimum

• Bachelor's degree in theology, ministry, pastoral studies, spirituality, religious studies, social work, humanities, or a related field, or 1-3 years of experience.
• Demonstrated ability to provide pastoral presence and lead prayerful, reflective experiences for diverse staff audiences
• Strong understanding of Catholic tradition, liturgical seasons,
• Catholic social teaching , and the spiritual dimensions of nonprofit service; comfort preparing prayers, reflections, and faith-centered remarks ; ability to hold sensitive information with care and confidentiality
• Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and organizational skills .

Preferred

• Bilingual ability, especially Spanish, is a plus.
• Coursework, certificate, or graduate study in theology, ministry, spirituality, pastoral care, chaplaincy, spiritual direction, or a related field.
• Experience in ministry, pastoral care, spiritual formation, mission integration, retreat or reflection facilitation, or faith-based nonprofit service
• Familiarity with the mission and structure of Catholic Charities and the Archdiocese of Chicago

We provide full-time employees with a competitive benefits package, including:

• BlueCross/Blue Shield EPO/PPO Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employer-Paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• PTO, Sick Time, and 15 Paid Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities and Service Awards
• Additional Voluntary Benefits

$30.00 - $35.00 / hour

Pay Transparency

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 (820 ILCS 112/5, et seq.), Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago is required to provide the wages and benefits that it reasonably expects in good faith to offer for any specific job positions posted. Please note that the exact compensation package ultimately offered to an applicant may vary based on skills, experience, and location, amongst other permissible factors.

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Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and consideration for employment is made without regard to: race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Catholic Charites is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an email to [e-mail] or call 312-655-7127 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.