Senior Ministry Coordinator

Job Summary

The Coordinator of Senior Ministries and Pastoral Care supports the social, emotional, spiritual, and general well-being of parishioners, especially adults age 65 and older. Serving as a liaison to the Pastor, this position maintains awareness of seniors’ changing circumstances, communicates needs requiring pastoral attention, and helps keep parishioners connected to the St. Peter community. The Coordinator also oversees established senior activities and serves as the staff contact for designated support groups.

Job Responsibilities

Pastoral Outreach and Communication

• Serve as a liaison to the Pastor regarding senior parishioners’ pastoral, social, and general wellness needs; provide timely updates on those requiring outreach, visits, or sacramental care.


• Maintain awareness of parishioners who are hospitalized, on hospice, homebound, or living in nursing homes or assisted living facilities; coordinate appropriate follow-up with clergy, staff, families, and volunteers.


• Help identify isolated or vulnerable seniors and connect them with parish ministries, companionship, or appropriate community resources.

Senior Ministries and Programs

• Oversee senior exercise and wellness classes and coordinate monthly senior luncheons, presentations, and fellowship activities.


• Serve as the parish staff point of contact for Alzheimer’s, grief, and health/wellness groups meeting on campus.


• Communicate with volunteer leaders, coordinate program needs with parish staff, and seek input from a core group of senior parishioners.

Records and Administration

• Maintain an accurate, confidential database of parishioners receiving pastoral outreach, including care setting, relevant needs, contacts, and follow-up activity.


• Proactively gather appropriate updates from clergy, staff, volunteers, and families; share pertinent information with the Pastor while respecting privacy.


• Attend monthly parish staff meetings; report regularly to the Director of Adult Faith Formation and Evangelization

General Wellness Support

• Offer general wellness information and referrals based on professional experience; recognize when a parishioner may need qualified medical, social service, or other support.


• This position does not provide clinical assessments, direct medical treatment, or ongoing healthcare case management.

Job Requirements

• Practicing Catholic committed to the mission and values of St. Peter Catholic Church.


• Strong communication, compassion, discretion, organizational skills, and ability to work with older adults and families, including those experiencing cognitive or physical limitations.


• Ability to manage confidential records and databases, coordinate volunteers and programs, and collaborate effectively with clergy and staff; proficiency in email and standard office software.


• Preferred: education or experience in senior services, social work, nursing, healthcare coordination, pastoral care, or a related field; familiarity with aging-related concerns and local support resources. A nursing license is not required.

Work Environment and Expectations

This is a part-time parish staff position with a flexible schedule based on ministry needs. Duties include on-site coordination, administrative work, and occasional visits to parishioners or care facilities. Attendance at monthly staff meetings is required; occasional evenings or weekends may be necessary. The Coordinator must maintain confidentiality, appropriate professional boundaries, and compliance with applicable parish and Archdiocesan policies.