Jail Ministry Coordinator

The Diocese of Covington’s Catholic Charities is seeking to hire a part time (16 hours per week) Jail Ministry Coordinator. General responsibilities include: Develop and maintain resources that address needs of the incarcerated, the newly released, and their families as well as victims and their families; Provide a diocesan framework for the recruitment, certification, and training of volunteers to participate in jail/prison ministry; coordinate and lead the jail ministry advisory committee and engage with members to provide support to jail ministry volunteers; participate in the Northern Kentucky Reentry Team; and monitor and provide support to the family support group. Necessary qualifications include: a Bachelor’s degree in a human service field; previous experience (preferably in some area of pastoral ministry); an ability to network and coordinate activities with community partners dedicated to working with prisoners, ex-offenders, their families and their victims; knowledge and understanding of community resources in Northern Kentucky; strong personal boundaries; strong, personable communication skills; and excellent details orientation. Interested individuals should submit a detailed resume, including at least 3 references with contact email addresses, along with a cover letter and salary history by email to Stephen Koplyay, SPHR at [email protected].