Parish and Community Liaison - Hunger and Relief Services
Description
Catholic Charities Maine Hunger & Relief Services is seeking a Parish & Community Liaison to build and maintain relationships with Catholic parishes and community partners in support of Hunger and Relief Services. This role connects program needs with parish and community resources through education, volunteering, donations, and collaboration.
Position Overview: The Parish and Community Liaison builds and sustains collaborative relationships with assigned Catholic parishes and community partners to advance the mission of Hunger and Relief Services and Catholic Charities Maine. The role engages, onboards, and supports partners through awareness, education, volunteering, and donations, while connecting parish and community resources to program events and needs. This position also serves as a primary point of contact for daily operations at program locations throughout Aroostook County and oversees volunteer compliance, orientations, and onsite support.
The position requires computer literacy and work in an office and/or remote setting, with some travel and occasional evening and weekend hours.
Position Details
• Part-time: 20 hours per week
• Pay: $20 per hour
• Some travel, evenings, and weekends required
Qualifications
Qualifications
• Prior experience in parish, community, or related work
• Preferred: 2+ years of direct service or parish-based experience, especially with groups
• Understanding of and respect for Catholic Church structures, tradition, and Catholic Social Teaching
• Experience recruiting, organizing, and leading volunteers
• Knowledge of group dynamics and committee work a plus
• Comfortable with public speaking and leading groups
Skills & Personal Attributes
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and networking skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Organized, dependable, flexible, and resourceful
• Sound judgment, healthy boundaries, and non-judgmental approach
• Creative, self-directed, and professional in diverse settings
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
Physical & Work Requirements
• Prolonged desk and computer work
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Willingness to assist with parish events and work onsite at thrift store and food bank locations
• Ability to operate equipment (e.g., forklift, truck) a plus
Resumes will be accepted until position is filled.
You may apply directly on our website (www.ccmaine.org/employment) or send your resume and cover letter via email ([email protected]), fax (207-344-6617), or mail to Human Resources Office, Catholic Charities Maine P.O. Box 10660, Portland, ME 04104.
Catholic Charities Maine is a United Way and Affirmative Action/EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disabled Employer. Catholic Charities Maine participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please go to: https://www.ccmaine.org
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Catholic Charities Maine Hunger & Relief Services is seeking a Parish & Community Liaison to build and maintain relationships with Catholic parishes and community partners in support of Hunger and Relief Services. This role connects program needs with parish and community resources through education, volunteering, donations, and collaboration.
Position Overview: The Parish and Community Liaison builds and sustains collaborative relationships with assigned Catholic parishes and community partners to advance the mission of Hunger and Relief Services and Catholic Charities Maine. The role engages, onboards, and supports partners through awareness, education, volunteering, and donations, while connecting parish and community resources to program events and needs. This position also serves as a primary point of contact for daily operations at program locations throughout Aroostook County and oversees volunteer compliance, orientations, and onsite support.
The position requires computer literacy and work in an office and/or remote setting, with some travel and occasional evening and weekend hours.
Position Details
• Part-time: 20 hours per week
• Pay: $20 per hour
• Some travel, evenings, and weekends required
Qualifications
Qualifications
• Prior experience in parish, community, or related work
• Preferred: 2+ years of direct service or parish-based experience, especially with groups
• Understanding of and respect for Catholic Church structures, tradition, and Catholic Social Teaching
• Experience recruiting, organizing, and leading volunteers
• Knowledge of group dynamics and committee work a plus
• Comfortable with public speaking and leading groups
Skills & Personal Attributes
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and networking skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Organized, dependable, flexible, and resourceful
• Sound judgment, healthy boundaries, and non-judgmental approach
• Creative, self-directed, and professional in diverse settings
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
Physical & Work Requirements
• Prolonged desk and computer work
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Willingness to assist with parish events and work onsite at thrift store and food bank locations
• Ability to operate equipment (e.g., forklift, truck) a plus
Resumes will be accepted until position is filled.
You may apply directly on our website (www.ccmaine.org/employment) or send your resume and cover letter via email ([email protected]), fax (207-344-6617), or mail to Human Resources Office, Catholic Charities Maine P.O. Box 10660, Portland, ME 04104.
Catholic Charities Maine is a United Way and Affirmative Action/EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disabled Employer. Catholic Charities Maine participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please go to: https://www.ccmaine.org
Apply Now
Apply Now