Chaplain

Who We Are

For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and shelter. In addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

Position Purpose summary:

Responsible for spiritual care and programs at the Care and Share Centre and Chilliwack Shelter in support of the Mission Statement

Accountabilities:

• Prays with and or leads people to faith in Jesus Christ as opportunity permits; endeavouring to invite them into the Body of Christ as appropriate (including linking clients to the church family and church programs whenever possible)
• Communicates regularly with the Corps Officer and the Community Ministries Director regarding meeting the spiritual needs of clients staff and volunteers.
• Plans and conducts creative worship services pastoral care programs (including on-going visitation and personal care) activities outreach programs and Bible studies for clients staff and volunteers as applicable
• Assists clients staff and volunteers towards achieving personal and spiritual well being
• Works as a team member with other staff in problem-solving for the benefit of individuals; may act as a member of a case management team
• Conducts funerals graveside services other ceremonies and bereavement follow-up for clients families staff and volunteers.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures for pastoral care
• Supports the Shelter Manager in delivering the program: connecting with the Shelter residents delivering workshops etc.
• Communicates in an empathetic and influential manner with clients staff volunteers and community agencies; maintains written records / logs of activities (including activity reports and statistical information)
• Knows and acts in accordance with security procedures of the facility to ensure safety and confidentiality of clients staff or volunteers (e.g. contact with emergency response)
• May act in an intake capacity admitting clients following standard criteria
• May serve on Salvation Army Councils and Committees
• Performs other duties as assigned

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

Governance Boards and Councils: None

Internal: Clients and their families; staff; managers; Corps Leaders

External: Works with external agencies.

MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY:

• Reports directly to: Warren Schatz Community Ministries Director
• No direct reports.

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:

• Regular responsibility for minor financial matters and for wise use of own resources.
• May be authorized to handle small amounts of cash.
• May be required to give input to annual budget or revenue projections.
• Monitors Spiritual Care budget in consultation with the Director.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Office setting
• Chilliwack Ministry Unit that includes a Shelter.
• May encounter individual who exhibits abusive and aggressive behaviors.
• Some travel may be required for the purposes of delivering training and professional development as well as hospital visitation.

The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Armys Mission Statement in a professional manner exemplifying Christian standards of conduct.

education and experience Qualifications:

Education Qualifications and Certifications:

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalency. CASC Bachelor or Masters Degree an asset. Possess education and certification in Chaplaincy Divinity Theology Pastoral Counseling Spiritual Care or a related field of at least two academic years.
• Experience in similar position is preferred but not essential.
• Able to provide Criminal Background Check screening and Vulnerable Secord Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army in its sole discretion is required.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• At least 1year of experience providing spiritual care counseling or guidance to individuals dealing with addiction.
• Previous experience working in a rehabilitation center or addiction treatment facility is an advantage.

Skills and Capabilities (examples provided below):

• Knowledge of professional requirements for chaplaincy.
• Demonstrates compassion and respect for clients and staff.
• Must possess the personal qualities and attitudes that respect and maintain the spirit dignity and individuality of the clients families staff and volunteers.
• Attention to detail problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
• Understanding of the impact of addiction on individuals spiritual well-being and the role of spiritual care in the recovery process.
• Strong interpersonal skills empathy and the ability to connect with individuals from diverse spiritual backgrounds and belief systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team including medical professionals therapists and counselors.
• Strong communication and counseling skills enabling effective communication and support for clients facing spiritual challenges in their recovery journey.
• Familiarity with ethical guidelines related to spiritual care confidentiality and boundaries in a healthcare setting.

Compensation:

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.