At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate and deliver sacramental programs, engaging families and supporting volunteers.
- Company: Join a vibrant faith community at St Ita's Parish in West End, Brisbane.
- Benefits: Flexible casual role with opportunities to grow your skills in a supportive environment.
- Other info: Be part of a team dedicated to child safety and community support.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on families' faith journeys and community engagement.
- Qualifications: Experience in parish ministry and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Location: St Ita's Parish - West End, Brisbane
Employment Type: Casual
About Us: The Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane serves communities across Queensland through parishes, schools, and ministries, supporting people of all ages and backgrounds. South Brisbane Parish is a vibrant and diverse faith community committed to supporting families, nurturing faith, and engaging parishioners in meaningful sacramental and liturgical life.
About The Role: The Sacramental Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the Parish Priest in the pastoral, liturgical, and administrative life of the parish. This position is responsible for coordinating and delivering the parish sacramental program, engaging families, supporting volunteers, and ensuring compliance with Archdiocesan policies. The role requires a balance of strong organisation, pastoral sensitivity, and effective communication with families, schools, and parish communities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and deliver the parish sacramental program, including preparation for Baptism, Confirmation, First Eucharist, and Reconciliation.
- Communicate with parents and families throughout the sacramental journey.
- Plan and facilitate parent information sessions, workshops, and sacramental preparation activities.
- Maintain accurate sacramental records, enrolments, and registers.
- Liaise with parish schools, APREs, and teachers to support program delivery.
- Support liturgies and sacramental celebrations in collaboration with the Parish Priest.
- Coordinate volunteers and ensure compliance with safeguarding and training requirements.
- Manage sacramental resources and materials (certificates, booklets, etc.).
- Assist in building youth and family engagement within parish life.
About You:
You are a motivated and organised individual with a passion for supporting faith formation and engaging families in parish life.
You Will Bring:
- Experience in parish ministry, program coordination, or a similar role.
- A sound understanding of Catholic sacramental practices and liturgy.
- Strong administrative and organisational skills.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with families and children.
- The ability to work collaboratively under the direction of the Parish Priest.
- Confidence in coordinating events, workshops, and group sessions.
You will also have (or be willing to obtain): Current Blue Card and National Police Check.
Applications should be submitted via SEEK. We will also process applications received through our official channels (intranet, website, or LinkedIn).
For any enquiries regarding the role, please email Brent Hunter at.
The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people (0 - 18 years) and/or vulnerable adults. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a 0 tolerance to abuse of children or vulnerable adults.
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