Chaplaincy Leader

The London District Catholic School Board has a reputation for excellence, with more than 4,500 employees working together to educate approximately 27,500 students at 44 elementary schools, 9 secondary schools and St. Patrick Adult & Continuing Education within Middlesex, Oxford and Elgin counties, including the cities of London, St. Thomas, Strathroy and Woodstock.
CHAPLAINCY LEADER
John Paul II Catholic Secondary School, London
Permanent Full-time 1.0 FTE Ten-month (10) position
(1300 Oxford Street East, London, ON N5V 4P7)
The Chaplaincy Leader at John Paul II Catholic Secondary School along with the chaplaincy team, is committed to the development and nurturing of a Catholic atmosphere and the facilitation of opportunities for staff and students to live their faith, thereby developing opportunities for ministry to the school community and outward to the larger community.
**Qualifications and Skills**:
Bachelor of Arts with emphasis in religious studies in the Catholic Faith
Training in Pastoral Care
Canadian Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies (preferred)
A practicing Catholic with knowledge of teachings of the Catholic Church
Experience working with youth and adults, preferably in a diocesan, parish, or school ministry
Experience coordinating masses and liturgical services in a Catholic context
Ability to collaboratively convene, manage, motivate, instruct, and direct groups
Excellent communication, both written and verbal, and organization skills
Excellent human relation skills and sensitivity for the confidential nature of the position
Promote Catholic Social Teaching and encourage acts of justice in the school community
Work collaboratively with professional caregivers, referring those in need of professional care
Work in collaboration with the pastoral team of the local parishes
Work in collaboration with the School Administration and school based Chaplaincy Team
**Start Date**: Immediately Job Type: Permanent Salary range: $28.19 to $30.50
(Commensurate with experience)
The London District Catholic schools exist to provide an educational atmosphere that fosters and directs the spiritual, intellectual, physical, and social growth of all our students to enable them to live and contribute as responsible Catholics in any society. Hiring a diverse workforce will best serve our students and promote an inclusive environment. The London District Catholic School Board is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment of qualified staff who reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of our students and school communities. All hiring decisions will be fair, consistent, transparent, and made in accordance with applicable laws, including the Ontario Human Rights Code and the school board collective agreements.
The London District Catholic School Board is committed to providing accommodations. If you require an accommodation to enable your participation in the interview & selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Please advise the Board when contacted for an interview.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
V. Romeo, Director G. Pizzuti, Chair