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Jewish Community Associate

Tinton Falls, NJ · On-site

$35/hr

This position is part-time, 10 hours weekly. Schedule is Tuesdays: 9am-12pm and Fridays: 2pm-5pm ... Serves as a Rabbi to any Jewish resident seeking such service and is proactive in demonstrating ...

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As of Jul 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time rabbi in New Jersey is $23.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.56 and $25.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Part Time Rabbi vs Part Time Cantor?

AspectPart Time RabbiPart Time Cantor
CredentialsRabbinical ordination (Rabbi)Cantorial certification or ordination
Work EnvironmentSynagogues, community centersSynagogues, musical settings
Industry UsageReligious leadership, pastoral dutiesMusic, liturgical singing
Common Search IntentReligious leadership rolesMusical and liturgical roles

While both roles serve Jewish communities, a Part Time Rabbi primarily provides spiritual guidance and leadership, whereas a Part Time Cantor focuses on musical and liturgical duties. The roles often overlap in synagogue settings but differ in credentials and responsibilities.

What are some common challenges faced by part-time rabbis in balancing congregational responsibilities with other commitments?

Part-time rabbis often juggle their congregational duties with other professional or personal obligations, which can make time management a key challenge. They are typically responsible for leading services, providing pastoral care, teaching, and supporting lifecycle events, all within limited hours. Prioritizing tasks, setting clear boundaries, and maintaining open communication with synagogue leadership are essential for success. Many congregations offer flexible scheduling and supportive lay leadership to help part-time rabbis thrive in this unique role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part Time Rabbi, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Rabbi, you need a strong foundation in Jewish law, tradition, and pastoral care, typically supported by seminary ordination (smicha) and relevant educational background. Familiarity with synagogue management software, digital communication tools, and Torah study resources is often required. Compassion, strong interpersonal skills, and effective public speaking set outstanding rabbis apart. These skills and qualities are essential for providing spiritual leadership, fostering community engagement, and ensuring smooth religious services and support.

What are part time rabbis?

Part time rabbis are ordained Jewish clergy who serve congregations, organizations, or communities on a part-time basis rather than full-time. Their responsibilities can include leading services, teaching classes, officiating at life cycle events, and providing pastoral care, but usually within a limited number of hours per week or month. Many part time rabbis serve in smaller congregations that do not require or cannot support a full-time rabbi, or they may balance rabbinical work with other professional or personal commitments. This arrangement allows communities to benefit from rabbinic leadership while maintaining flexibility and managing costs. Part time rabbis often bring diverse experiences and can serve in various denominations of Judaism.
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Infographic showing various Part Time Rabbi job openings in New Jersey as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, 34% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 99% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,267 per year, or $23.7 per hour.

Jewish Community Associate

Seabrook Village by Erickson Senior Living

Tinton Falls, NJ

$30 - $35/hr

Part-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Location:

Seabrook Village by Erickson Senior Living

We are seeking a Jewish Community Associate for our award winning retirement community to implement the pastoral ministries program for the Jewish resident community. Plans in cooperation with the Pastoral Ministries Coordinator for the Jewish Community and community wide outreach and fellowship. 

This position is part-time, 10 hours weekly. Schedule is Tuesdays: 9am-12pm and Fridays: 2pm-5pm, plus 4 additional hours to be determined upon hiring.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience starting at $30-$35 per hour.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Serves as a Rabbi to any Jewish resident seeking such service and is proactive in demonstrating this availability.

  • Ministers to the specific Jewish residents by providing those services required by a clerical person and those services preferred from a clergy.

  • Meets, as part of the Pastoral Ministries effort, residents in their life crisis points.

  • Develops and coordinates Jewish ministry programs for the specific resident Jewish community this with approval of the Pastoral Ministries Coordinator and resident faith council leadership.

  • Coordinates continuance of resident faith Council for the specific Jewish community.  The purpose of this council is to provide resident leadership and a representation for the specific Jewish community.

  • Endeavors to make the specific Jewish Faith Community self-supporting financially and provide leadership in this community that is financially responsible and conservative.

  • Assess with the Pastoral Ministries Coordinator and resident faith council leadership on an ongoing basis, the quality of life environment in the community to determine the short and long-term direction of the ministry program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Excellent interpersonal skills.

  • Strong communication skills (written and oral).

  • Must be able to read, write, understand and communicate in the English language.

  • Effective organizational and motivational skills.

  • Minimum of five years rabbinical/cantorial experience; work with seniors a plus.

Seabrook is a beautiful 98-acre continuing care retirement community located in Tinton Falls, just six miles from the Jersey Shore. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Seabrook helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.