Director of Spiritual Development

The Spiritual Development Center provides compassionate and confidential counseling and spiritual care to individuals and families, no matter their background, to meet the challenges they face in today’s complex world, to strengthen their relationships with one another and with God, and to offer opportunities for personal and spiritual growth. The Spiritual Development Center offers retreats, classes, and support groups at various times throughout the year. The Director of the Spiritual Development Center provides Christ-centered leadership that integrates sound theology with evidence-based counseling psychology, integrating relational and spiritual care to nurture the emotional, relational, and spiritual flourishing of the congregation and surrounding community. Through counseling, spiritual care, and formation programs, the Director helps individuals grow toward emotional wholeness and spiritual maturity. This ministry serves as an extension of the church’s pastoral care mission — helping people experience God’s transforming grace in every area of life. Spiritual Care and Counseling Provide confidential individual, couples, and family counseling informed by both Scripture and evidence-based psychological practices. Offer spiritual direction and prayer support to those seeking deeper intimacy with God. Walk alongside individuals and families during seasons of grief, crisis, or transition. Maintain professional ethics and appropriate boundaries consistent with both clinical and pastoral standards. Leadership and Program Development Shape and lead the vision of the Spiritual Development Center as a ministry of First Presbyterian Church of Bonita Springs. Develop classes, retreats, and small group experiences focused on spiritual formation, emotional healing, and relational health. Topics may include: spiritual formation, boundaries seminars, emotional health, marriage enrichment, grief recovery, and vocational discernment. Oversee Biblical Counselors and the administration of GriefShare. Partner with church ministries (e.g., Discipleship, Missions, or Family Ministry) to integrate spiritual development across congregational life. Partner with local ministries and counseling professionals to expand holistic care resources. Theological Integration Teach or facilitate classes that connect Christian theology with spiritual growth, prayer practices, and emotional well-being. Serve as a theological resource for staff and congregants seeking to integrate faith and psychology. Contribute to spiritual formation initiatives within the broader church community. Administration Manage the Center’s budget and scheduling. Oversee documentation, referrals, and partnerships with outside professionals. Oversee receptionist as necessary. Report regularly to supervising leadership on Spiritual Development Center activities. Education Master’s Degree in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field (required). Theological education preferred, ideally an Th.M., M.Div. or equivalent coursework in theology, pastoral counseling, or spiritual formation. Certification in Spiritual Direction preferred. Experience Minimum 5 years of counseling or spiritual direction experience. Demonstrated ability to integrate Christian faith with sound psychological practice. Leadership experience in program or ministry development preferred. License Licensed or license-eligible counselor (LPC, LMHC, LMFT, etc.) strongly preferred. Personal Qualities Mature Christian faith and deep commitment to the spiritual growth of others. Commitment to lifelong learning. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. Compassionate presence, emotional intelligence, and theological discernment. #J-18808-Ljbffr