The Faith Formation Assistant will provide secretarial and programming assistance for the Faith Formation team, including:
Be a welcoming presence for all who come to the Faith Formation Office.
Communicate with parents, students, and catechists via telephone, email, and face-to-face.
Utilize computer resources for completion of responsibilities: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher), Adobe editing software, Canva, Google Drive, YouTube, ParishSoft database, etc.
Provide general secretarial assistance to the Faith Formation Team (document preparation, copying, technology during events, etc.)
Support Faith Formation team members with programming and event needs.
Maintain inventory of administrative and program supplies and make purchases, as requested.
Set up, inventory, and maintain classrooms and supply carts.
Maintain eFormation platforms for children's faith formation
Coordinate and maintain registrations for programs, including faith formation for children and youth, adult faith formation, and events.
Compile and maintain files and records (including cash/check payments and donations for deposit, and Safe Environment/VIRTUS training and background checks).
Assist Faith Formation team members, other parish staff, and catechists with other activities, as needed.
Be available for assistance with special events, as needed.
Other responsibilities as processes require.
Qualifications & Skills:
Actively living the Catholic faith tradition
Previous experience in providing assistance in an office setting, especially in a church or faith formation setting
Commitment to collaboration and ability to work with a team
Comfort using technology
Organizational skills and attention to details
Good oral and written communication
Additional Requirements:
Criminal History Background Check
Participation in Protecting God's Children Abuse Awareness Training
Ada, MI 49301