Organizational Overview
As an international congregation of women religious, the mission of the Sisters of Charity is to give joyful witness to love, especially to those most in need. Some members of the Sisters of Charity reside at Caritas Residence, a retirement community overlooking the beautiful Bedford Basin in Halifax, N.S. Caritas Residence provides a comfortable and peaceful retirement community within a picturesque, park-like setting on the grounds near the former Sisters of Charity Motherhouse and adjacent to Mount Saint Vincent University. Caritas Residence is a managed facility and provides independent and assisted living, as well as long term care to the Sisters and other male and female residents.
Role Overview
The ideal candidate will fulfill the responsibilities of Liturgical Music Coordinator for the Sisters of Charity, working closely with the Chaplain at Caritas, the local Leadership Team and the Liturgy Committee. This unique position entails selecting and leading liturgical music, which is an integral aspect of the Sisters’ spiritual life. Administrative support is available. The Liturgical Music Coordinator is accountable to the Sisters of Charity Retirement Centre Coordinator and the Sisters of Charity.
In this contract position much of the preparation for the masses/services and administration work can be done remotely.
Summary of Duties
- Select the music, play and lead the singing at one Sunday Mass each week, using the Sunday Lectionary as the primary guide for the focus of music selection.
- Select music, play, and lead the singing at special services (approximately one per month) i.e. Feast Day, Funerals; Christmas, Easter Triduum.
- Participate in monthly meetings of the Liturgy Committee.
Education/Experience
- An understanding of the traditions and liturgical life of the Roman Catholic Church.
- Experience as a pastoral musician in a parish/liturgical setting.
- Skill at playing the piano and/or organ.
- Sensitivity to the mission and values of the Sisters of Charity-Halifax.
- Passion for working with and caring for people.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility
We foster and value a community that reflects, responds to, and embraces the people we serve. We have a strong commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who may contribute to the diversification of our community. Candidates are welcome to voluntarily self-identify in their application.
Annual Remuneration
This is a contract position with an annual remuneration of $8000-$10,000/year, based on skills and experience
Application
- The deadline to apply is ASAP or until a suitable candidate is hired.
- Preferred start date mid-August.
- Please apply with both a resume and cover letter detailing qualifications to email address: communityadmin@schalifax.ca with the subject line: Liturgical Music Coordinator.
- Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Thank you for your interest in the Sisters of Charity, Caritas Residence.
