EDUCATION: • Bachelor's degree in theology, evangelization, pastoral ministry or related field.
EXPERIENCE: • Minimum of three (3) years of evangelization and ministry experience with the Latino community.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: • Theological and catechetical knowledge. • Effective written and oral communication skills. • Proven competencies in evangelization with knowledge of the related foundational / vision documents and principles. • Bilingual in Spanish and English. • Ability to facilitate effective meetings and group processes. • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms. • Proficient in online meeting platforms.
SUMMARY OF JOB: This position is responsible for providing evangelization, catechesis, and support for the Latino community in the areas of marriage and family ministry within the Diocese of Pittsburgh.
ROUTINE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Meet with and provide support for families experiencing challenges / stress in their lives with a pastoral approach. • Meet with and provide pastoral support and resources for couples experiencing difficulties in their married life. • Help couples not in a sacramental marriage to begin the process to allow this. • Organize and provide catechesis in Theology of the Body and Natural Family Planning (NFP) for the Latino community. • Organize and provide classes in effective parenting skills for Latino parents. • Plan and coordinate retreats on various topics regarding marriage and family ministry for the Latino community.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Employees are regularly required to talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment. • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer • Employees are occasionally required to walk and stand and lift and move records and documents weighing 10 pounds or less. • Ability to travel to the parishes within the Diocese of Pittsburgh.
