Campus Minister - Cardinal Newman High School
Cardinal Newman High School, located in West Palm Beach, FL is searching for a full time Campus Minister. This position is Monday – Friday, 7 : 30 am – 3 : 00 pm; as needed, flexible schedule to facilitate retreats and service opportunities.
The Diocese is dedicated to providing excellent working conditions with competitive compensation in order to attract and retain an outstanding workforce. The Diocese of Palm Beach offers a competitive benefits package to employee’s working 30 or more hours per work week consisting of comprehensive medical, vision, dental, LTD, group life insurance, optional life insurance. The diocese also provides a 403(b)-retirement plan to all employees. Information on our benefits and retirement programs can be found .
Key Expectations of all CNHS employees :
- Demonstrates support of the school’s mission and policies
- Consistently models Cardinal Newman High School values
- Builds positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues by establishing effective communication through listening, responsiveness, openness, availability, and approachability
- Takes the initiative and ownership in displaying positive work ethic and behaviors and encourages this attitude in others
- Maintains proficiency in the field through personal and professional development that strengthens the role and the school
Summary :
Campus Minister is responsible for nurturing the spiritual life of students, faculty, and staff at Cardinal Newman High School by providing opportunities for faith formation, prayer, and Christian fellowship. The Director of Campus Ministry will coordinate and collaborate with the school administration to guide the school according to its mission.
Essential Job Duties / Responsibilities of the Director of Campus Ministry :
Forming a faith community : Facilitate an atmosphere of Christian hospitality where all feel welcome, based on Catholic faith, traditions, and ritualsCommunicate regularly with the president, principal, faculty, staff, students, and parents regarding campus ministry activities, programs, and projectsOversee the implementation and direction of the “Virtue = Strength” program, working closely with administration on how this program can best integrate into all aspects of campus lifeAcknowledge and celebrate religious diversity within the school communityProvide for prayer and sacramental opportunities : Create, organize, and oversee all schoolwide liturgy and prayer servicesOffer a variety of prayer experience – personal, communal, and seasonalProvide opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to celebrate the Sacraments, especially the Eucharist and ReconciliationCoordinate liturgical celebrations including monthly masses, weekly masses, faculty masses, and Baccalaureate Mass with the president and local parish priestsRecruit and if necessary, train liturgical ministers, extraordinary ministers of the Eucharist, lectors, servers, and all other students involved with liturgical celebrationsAssist the choir and the choir director in the selection of appropriate sacred music that will enhance student participation at school liturgiesSchedule priests for Eucharistic liturgies and reconciliationPlan and teach instructional lessons to all Religion classes about Liturgy of the Word and Liturgy of the Eucharist at the beginning of each school year, with a refresher at the start of the second semesterSchedule and plan the school’s daily mass schedule based on priest availability, including offering daily mass during flex periods when possibleCoordinate the use of the school chapel, including afterschool opportunities such as the Rosary, Adoration, Bible Study, etc.Coordinate and collaborate with Diocesan partners and local parishes to connect students with sacramental ministriesCommitted to spiritual growth : Organize, plan, and implement an effective retreat program for students, faculty, and staff that contributes to community building, faith development, evangelization, and leadership enrichmentPlan and implement overnight retreats (such as Emmaus) or other retreats for students desiring deeper spiritual growth (with assistance from religion department)Coordinate with partner schools to help lead a limited number of middle school retreatsProvide avenues for students to grow in their faith, give witness to that faith in the school setting, recruit liturgical ministers for school liturgies and prayer services, and offer creative ideas for prayer opportunitiesDevelop a commitment to service : Nurture students in social consciousness based on the Gospels and Catholic Social Teaching, empowering work for justice and service to the vulnerableOversee the school’s platform for student service hours; approve hours and provide feedback; work closely with non-profit partnersPlan and implement an annual “Service Fair” in order for students to engage with local area non-profit organizations and learn more about opportunities to serve in the communityPrepare future leaders of the Church : Encourage students to discern the vocation for which God has created themProvide opportunities for students to lead various activities to be prepared for vocation and leadership rolesCoordinate with the Diocesan vocations director to provide meaningful opportunities for students to discern a call to the religious lifeWill perform other duties as assigned by the principalEmployee Specific Dispositions :
Will maintain a positive outlook each day in the classroom and use uplifting language, demonstrating warmth, joy, and advocacy for studentsWill maintain a growth mindset and be open to change, growth, and continuous improvement; will accept constructive criticism and suggestionsWill refrain from gossip or other negative talk amongst colleagues, always maintaining the confidentiality of othersWill make every effort to build up colleagues, students, and the larger CNHS communityWill positively collaborate with colleagues, parents, and studentsWill exercise good judgment in relationships with students, in all classroom conversation, and in social media usageWill demonstrate cultural respect and understanding of all studentsAdditional Job-Related Expectations and Duties :
Follow all policies and procedures written in the Faculty HandbookBe punctual and reliable for all school eventsAttend morning prayer, school Masses, Open House, Baccalaureate Mass, and graduation; strive to attend and participate in Cardinal Newman functions throughout the yearAttend Diocesan Professional DaysGive advance notification and keep Principal apprised of off-campus appointmentsOther school-related responsibilities as determined by the Principal, including but not limited to : teaching.Qualifications :
Minimum of a bachelor’s degreeMust maintain a valid Florida professional teaching license or be eligible for certificationProficient in Microsoft Office programs, as well as FACTSExcellent and professional interpersonal skills and ability to maintain confidentialityAbility to multi-task, work independently, and make responsible judgment callsStrong organizational skillsAbility to use office equipment (fax, computer, copier, iPad, etc.)Willing to become proficient in computer and iPad applications used by the schoolAbility to work effectively with Diocesan employees, departments heads, representatives of other agencies and the general public.Excellent written, verbal and public speaking skills.Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving capacity.Ability to stay focused and organized.Strong ethical values.Physical Requirements :
Occasional light lifting and carrying of under 15 poundsOccasional moderate carrying and lifting of 15 – 44 poundsFrequent use both hands and fingers (i.e. typing)Frequent extended periods of sitting or standingOccasional periods of kneeling and climbingOccasional ability of minimal hearing (i.e. loud noises, sirens) and routine hearing (i.e. listening to others in conversation)Frequent time spent working closely with othersThe above is intended to describe the general context of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
