Chaplain

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Divinity, Theology or Religion is required.
• A Master’s Degree from a Seminary, School of Theology, or University in Divinity, Theology, Biblical Studies, or a related field is preferred.
• Five years of full-time pastoral experience is required.
• Eligibility for denominational endorsement or equivalent certification is required.
• Clinical Pastoral Education is preferred.
• Must obtain one unit of CPE within eighteen (18) months of hire date if not currently held.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles and methods of conducting religious services, teaching religions studies, administering sacraments, and the methods, principles, and practices of counseling.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Requirements

• Minimum Age Requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.

Skills

• Coordination of all religious services, programs, and related activities.
• Pastoral care, including pastoral counseling.
• Provide pastoral care to inmates/residents and staff as needed or requested.
• Plan, facilitate or conduct various religious services and programs.
• Provide direction and oversight regarding “emergency” and/or “crisis” messages.
• Arrange emergency phone calls or visits to address issues involving serious illness, death, or other emergencies.
• Make rounds of all housing units, special or restricted housing, medical housing or other areas of facility on a regular basis.
• Care coordination and management of volunteers providing services to and within the facility.