Job Description:

Associate Pastor and Assistant Director, Congregational Care MinistrySummaryUnder the direct supervision of the Associate Pastor and Congregational Care Director, the Associate Pastor and Congregational Care Assistant Director provides support for the care needs of St. Andrew. This position ministers to the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the Congregation through: Visiting persons in hospital and rehab facilities  Making telephone calls Listening, encouraging Praying Offering support for less mobile members (in homes, assisted living, and retirement homes) Supporting grieving families This position deals with a diverse group of people, staff and lay. Must be able to communicate with this broad range of users. Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize and organize diversified workload. Works independently and within a team to respond to the needs of the congregation and staff.Essential Functions Prayer requests and hospital visits o  Review weekly prayer requests and reach out as neededCongregational Care Ministers (lay program) o  Review and develop 3-5 year strategy o  Recruit lay persons for the program o  Provide trainings and meetings including agenda preparation, selecting outside speakers and securing needed supplies o  Work with Congregational Care Administrator to communicate information for a Congregational Care Minister to contact a care receiver as neededPOD (Pastor on Duty) o  Review and provide updated strategy o  Provide information to Pastor on Call for callsvisits o  Manage POD schedule o  Conduct quarterly meetings o  Maintain calendar of hospitalizationssurgeriesHospital Visitation o  Make regular hospital visits o  Participate in POD "On Call" rotation o  Serve as backup for the Answering Service when other pastors are on call.Support Groups o  Explore new and existing programsLiturgist for Saturday and Sunday worship o  Serve on occasion and lead other liturgical services as needed.Other duties as assigned Required Education and ExperiencePost graduate religious degree and credentialing2 or more years of pastoral experience Competencies Non-anxious presence in crisis situations Self-starter Preferred 2 years or more of experience in working with people in needcrisis Strong organization skills  Strong personal faith Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of developing quality relationships Group facilitator Able to keep high level of confidentiality Outstanding organizational and time-management skills Strong speaking and presentation skills Good active listening and willingness to help. Strong communication skills both verbal and written. Flexible Position Type and Expected Hours of WorkThis is a ministry exempt full-time position at 36.5 hours per week. Work hours are Monday - Thursday, 8:30-5:00 and Sunday, 8:00 -12:30. Occasional Saturday and Sunday work is required around large events and worship.