Caring Ministries Director

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF COLO S • Colorado Springs, CO

3d • $58,656 - $62,500

About The Position

Caring Ministries Director First Presbyterian Church of Colorado Springs Full-Time | Benefits Eligible | Sunday-Thursday with on-call availability First Presbyterian Church is seeking a Caring Ministries Director to help lead and shape a culture of care as we live out our mission to be Light + Life for the City. This role blends strategic leadership with pastoral presence, equipping teams, building care systems, and walking alongside individuals and families through seasons of need, grief, and transition. Position Overview The Caring Ministries Director provides leadership and direction for care-related ministries at First Pres. Working closely with the Caring Ministries Pastor, this individual will oversee care programs, equip volunteers, and ensure meaningful, Christ-centered care for our congregation and community.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in ministry, counseling, social work, or related field (required)
• 5+ years of experience in pastoral care, ministry leadership, or similar field
• Experience leading teams and working within a church or nonprofit setting
• Strong pastoral care, empathy, and relational skills
• Warm, approachable, and culturally sensitive
• Organized, detail-oriented, and administratively strong
• Clear and compassionate communicator
• Able to navigate complex and sensitive situations with wisdom
• A growing relationship with Jesus Christ
• Alignment with the mission and values of First Pres and ECO
• Emotionally healthy, trustworthy, and team-oriented
• Humble, adaptable, and committed to serving others

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in related field (preferred)

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the Caring Ministries Pastor, oversee Caring Ministries initiatives and care systems
• Serve as staff advisor to the Board of Deacons and volunteer teams
• Coordinate memorial services and support grieving families
• Oversee care programs such as Growing Through Grief
• Meet with individuals seeking prayer, care, or assistance
• Participate in hospital visits, counseling, and pastoral care
• Recruit, train, and support care ministry volunteers
• Collaborate with staff on ministry goals, planning, and initiatives
• Participate in worship leadership and churchwide efforts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director