Pastoral Care Leader - Hispanic Ministries

JOB TITLE: Pastoral Care Leader - Hispanic Ministries

LOCATION/DEPT: Rockford

REPORTS TO: Corps Officers

PEOPLE MANAGER:
No

FLSA CATEGORY: Non-Exempt

PAY GRADE: 203

PAY RATE: $18.15 - $21.60

WHO WE ARE

At The Salvation Army, we are dedicated to "Doing the Most Good". We are made up of thousands of officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners working together to holistically meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our most vulnerable neighbors. We do this through programs designed to combat homelessness and hunger, provide safe spaces for kids after school and on the weekends, achieve and maintain sobriety, and give hope to the hopeless.

The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division provides these services to people in need.

JOB SUMMARY

The Pastoral Care Leader for Hispanic Ministries provides spiritual leadership, pastoral care, and relational support to the Spanish-speaking congregation of the corps. This role exists to nurture spiritual growth, foster community, and ensure members are cared for holistically through prayer, presence, and discipleship.

Serving in partnership with the Corps Officers and broader church leadership, the Pastoral Care Leader supports the integration of the Hispanic Ministries congregation into the life and mission of the corps while honoring language, culture, and shared worship.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Spiritual Leadership and Pastoral Care

• Provide pastoral care to members of the Hispanic Ministries congregation through prayer, encouragement, visitation, and spiritual guidance.
• Offer support during times of illness, crisis, grief, and transition, referring to Corps Officers as appropriate.
• Maintain a visible and relational presence within the congregation, fostering trust and spiritual growth.

Teaching and Discipleship

• Plan and lead the Spanish-language worship services on Sundays and Thursdays.
• Prepare and deliver biblically grounded, culturally relevant teaching that encourages spiritual formation and discipleship.
• Encourage participation in the man worship service and support bilingual or multicultural engagement as appropriate.

Congregational Care and Community Building

• Cultivate a welcoming, Christ-centered environment that strengthens fellowship and belonging.
• Encourage congregational involvement in corps activities, seasonal events, and ministry opportunities.
• Support the identification and development of emerging leaders within the Hispanic Ministries congregation.

Coordination and Collaboration

• Work closely with the Corps Officers to ensure alignment with the mission, policies, and spiritual direction of The Salvation Army.
• Communicate pastoral needs, attendance statistics, trends, and ministry developments regularly with corps leadership.
• Participate in scheduled meetings, planning sessions, and training opportunities as requested.

Administrative and Ministry Support

• Assist with basic ministry coordination and communication with congregation members.
• Help identify, coordinate, and support volunteers within the Hispanic Ministries context.
• Maintain appropriate records or reports as requested by corps leadership.

OTHER DUTIES

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Education:
  Bachelor's Degree in Theology, Divinity, Pastoral Studies or a related field preferred. Studies or training in Hispanic/Latino culture, or ministry practice.
• Experience:
  
  A mature and active Christian faith with a demonstrated calling to pastoral care and ministry.
• Proficiency in Spanish (both written and spoken), as this role involves leading Hispanic ministries, proficiency in English.
• Prior experience in pastoral care or ministry leadership, ideally in multicultural or bilingual contexts. Chaplaincy training or experience in pastoral counseling.

Skills/Abilities

• A demonstrated ability to manage issues, projects, and priorities in a constantly changing environment.
• An interpersonal style that builds significant…