Mental Health Ministry Advocacy Program Manager

4 weeks ago


Phoenix, United States Diocese of Phoenix DIocesan Pastoral Center Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Purpose and Scope


To support the Diocese of Phoenix in its mission to Encounter the Living Christ, this position provides hope and healing to the Diocese of Phoenix community (parishes, schools, missions, outside diocesan agencies, and Diocesan Pastoral Center) through different types of mental health awareness programs and resources. The focus of this office will be education, accompaniment, and advocacy related to mental health. The mission of this office will be to help create pastoral environments where people living with mental illness can meet, and those who care for them share their experiences and their Catholic faith with others, and to grow spiritually in their relationship with God.


Essential Job Functions


Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


•Supports the development and implementation of the mental health awareness strategic plan and goals that will support the needs of the diocese and meet expected outcomes.

•In collaboration with the Director of Mental Health Ministry, Education Manager and Accompaniment Manager, develops and maintains a Mental Health Ministry Network consisting of ministry leaders in the parishes who are trained and can be quickly identified by those that are seeking advocacy support.

•Collaborates with diocesan offices to develop advocacy opportunities for clergy, religious, and laity to walk alongside and support parishes.

•Is a liaison for Diocesan departments that seek mental health support through advocacy whether internally or through an outside resource.

•Uses the synodal process to help parishes listen and discern what advocacy needs they have.

•Develops a mental health advocacy resource/toolbox.

•Adheres to the principles in the Catholic Mental Health Ministry Guidelines for the implementation of future parish ministries.

•When providing mental health advocacy opportunities, communicates effectively with clergy, religious, parishes and other diocesan departments as well as other mental health community partners to implement the Mental Health Ministry Plan and mental health ministry in general (in person meetings, website, email, newsletters, etc.).

•Serves on Diocesan related committees, working groups, and other bodies as assigned.

•In collaboration with the Director of Mental Health Ministry, Education Manager, and Accompaniment Manager, develops and implements the diocesan mental health advisory board that will consist of individuals working in mental health or related fields to provide guidance, advice, and assistance in planning.

•Manages the advocacy component of the implementation of the Well with the Director of Mental Health Ministry and the Diocesan community.

•Manages projects related to mental health as requested by the Director of Mental Health Ministry.


Additional Job Functions


•Serves as a resource for Diocesan Pastoral Center Offices and parishes.

•Performs any other job-related duties as assigned.


Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required


•Excellent verbal and written communication skills with experience in public speaking and presentations before small and large groups.

•Ability to multi-task in a fast in a fast-paced environment.

•Ability to work independently, set schedules, prioritize tasks, and work with other members of the office in a team setting.

•Familiarity with community support systems, health care, and Diocese of Phoenix human resources policies and programs etc.

•Must be self-motivated and ability to present oneself professionally.

•Working knowledge of Microsoft Office computer software programs.


•Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.

•Ability to successfully complete the Mental Health Minister Training and Mental Health First Aid.

•Flexibility in days and hours available for scheduled work including weekends.

•Ability to maintain confidentiality is essential.


Minimum Qualifications


•Active practicing Catholic who is in full communion with the Roman Catholic Church.

•Able to articulate a clear understanding of the Catholic faith and to serve as a committed witness to its mission.

•Bachelor's degree in related field (e.g., counseling, psychology, social work, nursing, etc.), strongly preferred.

•A minimum of three years working in a professional office environment or other professional setting is strongly preferred.



Work Environment


•This job operates in a professional office environment.

•This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.


Physical Demands


•This is largely a sedentary role; however, some overnight travel may be necessary. Additionally, some filing is required, and this would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand, as necessary.


Other Duties


Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.




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