Pastoral Associate (Catholic)

Location:

Oak Crest Village by Erickson Senior Living

Oak Crest is a beautiful 87 acre continuing care retirement community located in Parkville, MD. Oak Crest is the 2nd largest continuing care community in the United States. We're part of a growing network of communities developed and managed by Erickson Senior Living, a national provider of senior living and health care with campuses in 11 states-and growing.

SUMMARY: Generally implements the Pastoral Ministries program which focuses on the spiritual life of the Catholic Community. Specifically meets the sacramental needs of the Community. Plans in cooperation with the Pastoral Ministries Manager for the spiritual life of the Catholic Community and community wide outreach and fellowship.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience starting at $50,000 per year

How you will make an impact:

• Generally serve as a minister to any Catholic resident seeking such service, and is proactive in demonstrating this availability through physical presence on our campus.

• Meet with residents in their life crisis points and provides pastoral care and spiritual counsel.

• Develop and coordinate Catholic ministry programs as relates to residents, this with approval of the Pastoral Ministries Manager.

• Assess with the Pastoral Ministries Manager on an ongoing basis the quality of life environment in the community to determine the short and long term direction of the ministry program.

What we offer:

• Competitive benefits packages including medical, dental, vision, and PTO

• 401k for all employees 18 and over. Company contribution up to 3% once eligible.

• Education assistance, certification reimbursement, and student loan refinancing partnership programs are available.

• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all employees over 18 years of age.

• Discounted meals in our restaurants

• Gated community with 24/7 security

• Free onsite parking at all of our communities and corporate offices

• A culture of diversity and inclusion, which builds on our values, vision, and mission.

What you will need:

• Bachelors' degree required; degree in theology or pastoral counseling a plus.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Strong communication skills (written and oral).

• Effective organizational and motivational skills.

• Appreciation and respect for a mature population.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.