The VANSPEC Coordinator (Coordinator) oversees the Vancouver Special Education Catechism program in the Archdiocese.  This includes working with the Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) directors, Pastors and private-referral parents to provide individualized catechesis for children, teens and adults with Special Needs.   With a special focus on Sacramental Preparation, the coordinator also coordinates on-going Faith Formation Programs for youth and adults with Special Needs.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the daily operations of the VANSPEC program at the main centre, resourcing the other site centres, developing new site centres as required;
• Assessment of referrals to the VANSPEC program and determining suitability;
• Works cooperatively with PREP Coordinators (where applicable) to ensure the provision of services in line with VANSPEC principles;
• Conducting site-visits and periodic network meetings and training for site centre coordinators. 
• Recruitment, training, and screening of all volunteers;
• Ensuring that all records for volunteers are complete, up-to-date, and filed per PIPA legislation;
  • Confirming that all volunteers have been vetted according to Safe Environment policies and that their records are updated as per policy;  
• Serving as the immediate supervisor to the VANSPEC Administrative Assistant;
• Along with the Administrative Assistant, ensuring that files are maintained for all students, especially Sacramental records, and that information is passed on to the Archdiocese in a timely manner;
• Maintaining connections to the network of VANSPEC Alumni.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Passionate about the Evangelizing Mission of the Church and bringing people closer to Jesus Christ;
• Understanding of and embracing a model of servant leadership in all endeavors

Other Skills, Experience, Education and Training desired: 

• Relevant Education; 
• Practicing Catholic with a solid understanding of the faith;
• Experience working with Special Needs children is preferred (basic understanding of the types and causes of intellectual disabilities and a working knowledge of how to assist persons with these disabilities);
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of products, Outlook, and comfortable with internet use;
• Effective time management and organizational skills;
• Ability to work collaboratively;
• Good communication skills and ability to work well with others;
• Ability to recruit, train, and evaluate volunteers;  
• Some experience in Supervision or Management is preferred;
• Access to a vehicle is preferred. 

Working Environment

• Salary Range: $25 - $30,000
• Comprehensive benefits package offered including a pension plan;
• Must be able to meet the requirements of the Safe Environment policies as a condition of employment;
• Flexible hours, 20 hours per week;
• Must have access to a car and be willing & able to travel to VANSPEC centres, parishes, meetings, and schools;
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends.

Deadline to apply:  Open until filled

Please submit a résumé and cover letter with “VANSPEC Coordinator” in the subject line to:

Human Resources Office

Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Vancouver

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.rcav.org/employment

 Thank you for your interest; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.