Pastoral Care Associate

Overview Come be a part of our ministry team! Located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, Trinity Presbyterian Church in Harrisonburg, VA is expanding our ministry team. We are an inclusive and progressive congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA), a More Light Congregation, seeking to share God's expansive love. As a Matthew 25 Congregation , we are committed to building congregational vitality, dismantling structural racism, and eradicating systemic poverty. At Trinity, this isn't just talk. We live into the call, and we are looking for someone to journey with us. Mission We are looking for the right fit, and hope to bring on someone who can envision ministering alongside us into the future. A core component of this position will be Pastoral Care for all ages and stages. We're excited to learn about your passions for ministry, and how they might shape the contours of this position. If you are passionate about justice, spiritual formation, education or something else, we'd like to talk with you! Responsibilities & Requirements The Pastoral Care Associate must have gifts for pastoral care and visitation and strong leadership skills. This individual must be willing and able to navigate various computer platforms, including Facebook, Zoom, email, Google Docs and Sheets, and new systems and platforms as needed. The ideal candidate will be self-directed, able to work both independently and collaboratively. The Pastoral Care Associate must be an individual who is able to develop relationships within the congregation and learn how to navigate the channels of congregational care and outreach. This individual must be comfortable engaging in in-person visits and church events, following the guidelines established by CDC and each care or living facility. While an ordained Presbyterian clergy would be ideal, we have recently employed an Episcopalian priest and Mennonite elder, and they fit right in. Our Pastor and Administrator are pretty great to work with. The specific job description will be developed in partnership and conversation with our new staff. Hours and Compensation The position has been part-time (20-25 hours a week), but we are open to negotiating time and benefits to make this a sustainable position for a top candidate. Salary and benefits will be at competitive levels for our presbytery. This position has an anticipated start date of September 2026, with some flexibility. If you would like more information, contact Bob Schminkey, Chair of Personnel at bobschminkey@gmail.com.

Job Type:

Part-time Benefits:

Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement Paid time off

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Harrisonburg, VA 22801