Part-Time Chaplain (Spiritual Care & Wellness)
Hours: Day-time hours of 8:00am-4:30pm
*The Chaplain position may require flexibility in scheduling to include extended hours, weekends and holidays, as well as remaining on-call to respond to emergencies.
Work is performed onsite due to the personal interaction needed to perform essential functions of the job.*
Wage Range : $25-35 per hour, we honor years of relevant work experience
Job description:
As a Chaplain at Samaritan Bethany, you will:
- Lead the organization in 2 church services a week
- Provides opportunities for spiritual growth through worship, the sacraments, special religious services,
- Bible study, and discussion groups.
- Is available to residents and their families for pastoral care and counseling.
- Provides opportunities for memorial or funeral services for residents who have passed.
- Respects, encourages, and assists with personal contacts to the person’s home congregation.
- Promotes a spirit of cooperation, care and support with other staff, visitors, volunteers, and clergy.
- Provides, when requested, a pastoral perspective regarding ethical, moral, or personal issues.
- Encourages and assists in congregational involvement in appropriate areas.
- Provides effective training, support and leadership to staff and volunteers.
- Assists in educating and training staff in how to recognize the spiritual concerns of the persons they care for and how to respond appropriately. Encourages staff to recognize they have a responsibility for the creation and maintenance of an atmosphere that is conducive to spiritual well-being.
- Supports and participates in the educational programs of the organization.
- Actively seeks out opportunities to be involved in the community, and acts as an ambassador for spiritual care and philanthropy. This includes developing strong relationships with outside clergy.
Requirements:
- Ordained or endorsed for services as a Chaplain or Clergy by appropriate church body (UCC or ELCA).
- A Master of Divinity or its equivalent from an accredited seminary or school of theology.
- Minimum of three years of parish and/or chaplaincy experience.
- Two to four units accredited Clinical Pastoral Education and certification is preferred.
- Knowledge of the practice of spiritual care in a healthcare setting.
Company Overview:
Come find family, fun, and community in a dynamic career at Samaritan Bethany. We offer a full range of living and care options for seniors while focusing care on the Household Model. This model of care fosters choice, genuine connection, and gives the residents living at Samaritan Bethany the opportunity to direct their own lives. Join a team who values spirituality, a holistic environment, respect and dignity, continuous improvement, education, and fiscal responsibilities. We pride ourselves of providing compassionate resident-centered care that enhances and strengthens the greater community.
Benefits:
As a team member at Samaritan Bethany, you will enjoy:
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 403(b) with competitive employer match
- Flex Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Health Care
- Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
- Career development: Tuition reimbursement offered as well as continuing education through a variety of platforms to provide you confidence and growth in your position
Special Advantages:
- Staff appreciation events
- Dog friendly work environment
- Meditation room with an electric massage chair
- Staff food pantry
- Offer multiple committees to join that suit your interest
- Staff Wellness Fair
- Employee Recognition Program
- Casual Fridays
Location:
24 8th Street NW, Rochester, MN 55901
We are conveniently located in Northwest, Rochester, only blocks away from downtown and near a convenience store. Free parking is available in our parking lot.
Contact / Application Information:
You may apply directly to our job posting on our company website:
https://www.samaritanbethany.com
If you are looking for further information on this posting, please contact:
Jen Allen, Human Resource Leader at 507.424.4034
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
License/Certification:
- Master of Divinity or equivalent from an accredited seminary (Required)
- Ordained for services as Chaplain or Clergy by church body (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Rochester, MN 55901 (Required)
Work Location: In person
