Director of Pastoral Care and Support

Director of Pastoral Care and Support 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars 8701 36th Avenue North, New Hope, MN 55427 Full-time Archdiocese of Saint Paul Minneapolis 9 reviews Full-time Published April 19, 2026 Expires May 19, 2026 Location 8701 36th avenue New Hope Minnesota 55427, New Hope/Plymouth, Minnesota Category Ministry (Youth, Pastoral, Shared and Volunteer) Job Type Full-time Organizational Name St. Joseph's Catholic Community Organizational City New Hope Position Contact Name Dean Rademacher Position Contact Title Parish Director Position Contact Email drademacher@stjosephparish.com How many employees are serving at your location? 30 or less

DESCRIPTION

St. Joseph Catholic Community is seeking a Director of Pastoral Care and Support to lead and grow our parish's ministries of compassion, presence and accompaniment. Grounded in the healing ministry of Jesus Christ, this role serves parishioners in times of illness, loss and life transitions—ensuring all experience the care and support of the Church.

Our Mission:

Serving God and each other, united in

Jesus Christ The Opportunity:

Accompany parishioners in times of need Strengthen a culture of care and belonging Lead and grow pastoral care ministries Partner with staff and volunteers in shared ministry

Position Details:

30-40 hours per week (benefits eligible) Compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate outreach to the sick, homebound, hospitalized and those in assisted living or care facilities Maintain communication with clergy regarding parishioners in need of pastoral care Coordinate the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick Provide on-call availability for urgent pastoral needs including illness, death and funeral planning Serve as primary contact for funeral planning and coordination Provide bereavement outreach and support grieving families Recruit, train and support volunteers in pastoral care ministries Maintain occasional pastoral presence at weekend liturgies Collaborate with parish leadership to strengthen pastoral care ministries Maintain records with confidentiality Assist with pastoral care budget planning Perform other duties as assigned Join us and help bring Christ's healing presence to our parish community through compassionate care and shared ministry.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications:

Degree in Theology, chaplaincy or related field preferred Knowledge of pastoral care and Catholic teaching Strong communication and leadership skills Ability to work collaboratively with staff and volunteers Parish experience