Pastoral Care Associate
5 months ago
Miami
Job DescriptionDescription: Who We Are At Camillus House, our mission is to serve and uplift individuals experiencing poverty and homelessness throughout South Florida. Inspired by the compassion of St. John of God, we provide housing, healthcare, behavioral health services, and spiritual support to those most in need. Our core values Hospitality, Respect, Quality, Spirituality, and Responsibility guide our work every day as we strive to restore dignity, hope, and wholeness in the lives of our clients. Who You Are You are a compassionate, mission-driven pastoral care professional who is deeply committed to supporting the spiritual and emotional wellbeing of individuals from diverse and often vulnerable backgrounds. You excel in creating safe, welcoming, faith-informed environments where clients, staff, and volunteers feel valued and heard. You have strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to remain calm, grounded, and professional in challenging situations. You are self-directed, collaborative, and dedicated to advancing the mission and values of Camillus House. What You Will Do As the Pastoral Care Associate, you will support the Vice President of Mission and Integration in developing, implementing, and sustaining a comprehensive pastoral care program for Camillus House. Your work will strengthen the spiritual, emotional, and psychological wellbeing of clients, staff, and volunteers. You will provide individual and group spiritual direction, coordinate liturgical and interfaith services, and offer compassionate presence to those experiencing trauma, crisis, or end-of-life circumstances. You will ensure that all pastoral care activities reflect the mission and values of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God and Camillus House. • Crisis Support Provide spiritual care and debriefing for individuals affected by trauma, crisis, disaster, or tragic events., • Documentation Maintain accurate written reports, progress notes, and records in accordance with agency standards., • End of Life Support Assist with spiritual and emotional care for clients and others experiencing end of life circumstances., • Faith Based Programming Schedule and facilitate spiritual direction for individuals and groups, creating safe and supportive environments., • Interfaith Services Organize and lead inter denominational and interfaith worship services that respect diverse traditions., • Liturgical Coordination Plan and coordinate liturgical celebrations connected to the Hospitaller Order, the Archdiocese of Miami, and the universal Roman Catholic Church., • Mission Integration Assist in communicating and integrating the mission and values of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God throughout all Camillus House programs and services., • Organizational Participation Serve as a spiritual resource in meetings and collaborate with staff and volunteers as directed., • Pastoral Presence Maintain a visible and supportive presence in communal spaces including dining and drop in areas., • Program Delivery Provide comprehensive pastoral care, including memorial services, that supports the spiritual, emotional, and psychological wellbeing of clients, co-workers, and volunteers., • Professional Conduct Uphold all policies, procedures, attendance expectations, confidentiality requirements, and ethical standards., • Values Based Service Deliver all services in a manner that reflects the values of Hospitality, Respect, Spirituality, Quality, and Responsibility., • Cultural Sensitivity Ability to work effectively with vulnerable, underserved, and diverse client populations., • Independent Work Ability Capacity to function as a self-starter while also collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams., • Interpersonal Skills Strong ability to connect respectfully and compassionately with individuals from varied backgrounds., • Language Skills Proficiency in English required, Spanish preferred, and additional languages such as Creole are a plus., • Organization Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities., • Professionalism Ability to remain calm, composed, and effective under pressure while maintaining a high level of poise., • Spiritual Commitment Demonstrated alignment with the mission and values of Camillus House rooted in Hospitality, Respect, Quality, Spirituality, and Responsibility., • Technical Skills Proficiency with computer applications such as Word, Excel, and data collection systems., • Written Communication Strong writing skills for reports, correspondence, and documentation., • Work Eligibility Requirements Successful completion of Level Two fingerprinting, local background screening, and OIG reference check., • Comprehensive Medical Plans (PPO & HMO options), • Dental Insurance, • Vision Insurance, • GAP Insurance (fully paid by employer), • Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Coverage, • Employer-paid Long-Term Disability Coverage, • Employer-paid Life Insurance, • Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance, • Accident & Critical Illness Insurance, • Long-Term Care Insurance Proactive Health Management Plan (PHMP), • Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • Pet Insurance (Nationwide), • Paid Vacation, • Time Paid Sick, • Time Paid Federal Holidays Employer Camillus House is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, valuing diversity, and fostering a culture of equity.