CHAPLAINCY TEAM LEADER

St. Mary Catholic Secondary School, Cobourg

1 permanent, full-time 35 h/w, 10 m/y

Effective – September 2, 2026

$83,737 - $98,515

Closing: August 14, 2026 at 4:00 PM

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The Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board invites applications for the position of Chaplaincy Team Leader at St. Mary Catholic Secondary School in Cobourg, reporting directly to the Principal and to the Superintendent of Schools responsible for Religion and Family Life Education.

WHO ARE WE?

At PVNCCDSB, more than 2,300 dedicated staff work together to develop the intellectual, spiritual, mental, physical and emotional well-being of more than 14,700 students in 30 elementary and 6 secondary schools. We are committed to creating a school board that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to ensure an equitable and inclusive work environment. We offer inclusive working and learning spaces in communities where you can live, work and thrive. Bowmanville, Courtice, Newcastle, Cobourg, Grafton, Campbellford, Peterborough and Lindsay are just some of the vibrant, diverse communities we serve.

PVNCCDSB recognizes that, consistent with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, employment practices and procedures at all levels should reflect, demonstrate understanding of, and respond to a diverse population. In our efforts to ensure an inclusive, diverse and representative workforce, we will value, promote and encourage the hiring of staff from under- represented communities.

What You'll Be Doing

The Chaplaincy Team Leader is a permanent, full-time 10 month/year position (September through to end of June), which includes, the week before the first day of school and the end of the week after school, each year. This full-time position will consist of 35 hours per week, with a regular schedule to be determined in consultation with the Principal. There may be times or events that will require some flexibility with the schedule throughout the school year. The Chaplaincy Team Leader will focus on providing a pastoral role within the educational environment to promote spiritual and human development to both staff and students, families, friends, local parishes, and to all members of the Catholic school community. Chaplaincy Team Leaders support school Principals in advancing the goals outlined in the schools Catholic School Improvement Plan for Student Achievement and Well- Being (CSIPSAW), as well as the Catholic Graduate Expectations.

Internal and external contacts include but are not limited to Diocesan and Board professional staff, students and staff at elementary and secondary schools, and community agencies throughout the

Board's region. Candidates should be familiar with the use of computer technologies, have demonstrated experience in facilitating meetings and workshops, and be committed to Catholic education and to the responsibility for advancing the Board's vision of achieving excellence in Catholic Education to learn, lead, and serve.

Key Responsibilities

Providing pastoral leadership to the school community; Supporting and implementing the Board Pastoral Plan both at the school and board level; Encouraging the development of the Catholic faith amongst students and staff by offering opportunities for participation and leadership in community worship, class masses, daily prayer, scripture reading, peer ministry, peer mediation, music ministry and Eucharistic ministry; Organizing retreats for students and staff; Developing, implementing, coordinating programs and practices for students to volunteer in the wider community such as Service to Seniors, local missions, St. Vincent de Paul Society, Development and Peace, Share Lent, youth shelters, and to encourage faith in action; Providing pastoral care through visits to students, staff, and parents, at hospitals, wakes, and

funerals;

As a member of the Student Success team, acting as a point of contact for students and staff in difficult situations, cultivating dialogue, connecting to members of the clergy, certified health care professionals (EFAP), outside social or community agencies and maintaining a network of contacts, as deemed appropriate for the situation; Providing pastoral leadership at various meetings, weekly administration meetings, Student Success meetings, Curriculum Chair meetings, Priest/Principal meetings, Family of Secondary Schools meetings, Parent-Teacher interviews, Grade 8 Information and Grade 9 Curriculum Night meetings; Liaising with parish and diocesan staff, Board chaplain, other Chaplaincy Team Leaders, parent councils, Board committees as required; Coordinating and participating with the school Crisis Intervention Team to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff; Working collaboratively with all members of the school community to ensure students and staff are supported and nurtured in their faith and well-being; and Assuming other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THIS POSITION:

Bachelor's Degree, preferably with training in Pastoral Care or Youth Ministry; One to two years of experience in youth work, pastoral care, teaching, or counseling; An understanding of chaplaincy and ministry as it pertains to the Roman Catholic faith; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Must be a practicing Roman Catholic with a current pastoral reference from the Roman Catholic priest (current pastor) of the parish where he/she attends Mass on Sunday and Holy Days of Obligation; Valid Driver's License and use of personal vehicle (willingness and capability to travel throughout the Board's jurisdiction and beyond) as required; and, A demonstrated commitment to ongoing Adult Faith Formation is considered an asset

DOES THIS SOUND LIKE THE ROLE FOR YOU?

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly to the posting onby 4:00 p.m. on August 14, 2026. All applications should include the following:

A detailed cover letter; A resume of qualifications and experience; A pastoral reference from the pastor of the parish where the applicant attends Sunday Eucharist; A list of three (3) professional references with authorization to contact under MFIPPA. Please note that no references will be contacted without your prior consent.

The hiring decision is subject to the approval of the Director of Education and the ecclesial approval of the local Bishop.

What Next Steps Could Look Like

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via an email to participate in an in-person interview. We anticipate that candidates invited to interview will be contacted shortly after the posting closes. Please check your junk mail, as sometimes these invitations go directly to junk. The successful candidate must submit a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, dated within 6 months of hire, prior to starting this position.

While we welcome all applications, we will only respond to those who are short-listed for this role. Thanks in advance for your understanding and we wish you all the best in your career journey.

PVNCCDSB is committed to achieving excellence in Catholic education. We leverage our inclusive organizational culture to further build upon our dynamic and diverse workforce, reflective of the communities we serve. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC), PVNCCDSB will work collaboratively and respectfully with you in all stages of the recruitment process and throughout your employment. For further information about what accommodation and accessibility look like at PVNCCDSB please refer t If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact our Human Resources Officer at 705-748-4861 or email .

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the personal information provided is collected under the Education Act and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.