Associate Chaplain - Full Time 32 Hours Tuesday - Friday

Description The Associate Chaplain reports to and collaborates with the Lead Chaplain in delivering compassionate pastoral care, worship services, and spiritual and emotional support to residents, their families, and employees. This role primarily focuses on pastoral care, visitation, and advance care planning for residents in Health Care and Assisted Living. Works closely with the life enrichment and clinical teams. The Associate Chaplain also maintains relationships with local congregations and helps residents stay connected to their faith communities as needed.

Requirements

Qualification: Ordained and in good standing within a recognized Christian denomination. Ability to work effectively from an ecumenical and interfaith perspective. Master of Divinity or equivalent theological master’s degree required. Minimum of five years of pastoral or clinical experience; experience in long-term care or a CCRC strongly preferred. Board Certification by the Association of Professional Chaplains or equivalent credential preferred. Four units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) preferred. Basic computer proficiency. Demonstrated ability to interact sensitively and effectively with older adults with varying cognitive and physical abilities. Understanding of clinical, emotional and spiritual needs associated with an aging population. Ability to collaborate successfully with interdisciplinary team members. Willingness to take direction from and partner closely with the Lead Chaplain. Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries. Creative, positive, organized, patient, and energetic approach to ministry. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to offer a calm, compassionate presence. Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.

• Essential Job Duties Provide pastoral care, visitation, and emotional support to residents in Health Care and Assisted Living.
• Support Independent Living residents when the Lead Chaplain is unavailable.
• Provide grief support for bereaved residents.
• Provide advance care planning, when appropriate.
• Visit new Health Care and Assisted Living residents within one week of arrival.
• Prepare and lead chapel services, devotional programs, and special services under the direction of the Lead Chaplain.
• Prepare bulletins and PowerPoint slides for assigned services.
• Communicate with local congregations when residents experience transitions such as hospitalization or request clergy support.
• Maintain regular quarterly contact with all Health Care and Assisted Living residents.
• Provide sacraments as requested.