Chaplain - Part-Time

Summary:

The Part-Time Chaplain will provide pastoral care and spiritual support for the residents and staff at Bellewood and Brooklawn. This role offers guidance, worship services, and counseling to youth in residential programs while fostering connections with faith communities. The Chaplain will assist in the spiritual development of the youth, empower staff, and help share the agency’s mission with religious institutions. The position is designed for 10 hours per week and will work closely with both youth and staff to offer a holistic approach to mental health and spiritual care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Spiritual Care: Provide individual and group pastoral care and counseling to residents and staff as needed.

Religious Services: Conduct monthly non-denominational religious services for residents and lead supporting activities such as Bible studies or faith-based group sessions.

Faith Facilitation: Help residents of all faiths practice their religion by organizing access to faith-based services and providing religious materials.

Community Engagement: Establish and maintain relationships with local churches and religious organizations, emphasizing historically connected denominations (Presbyterian Church, USA and the United Church of Christ). Represent Bellewood and Brooklawn in faith-based community events.

Advancement and Outreach: Collaborate with the Advancement Department to build partnerships with religious organizations. Support fundraising and volunteer initiatives with faith communities, sharing Bellewood and Brooklawn’s mission and needs.

Special Events: Participate in and support Bellewood and Brooklawn’s special events, including volunteer activities and advancement initiatives.

Work Schedule and Environment:

• 20-25 hours per week with flexibility to meet the spiritual and pastoral care needs of residents and staff. (Hours can be flexible)
• Primarily located at Bellewood and Brooklawn campuses with occasional off-site events or church partnerships.
• Work may involve occasional evening or weekend responsibilities for special services or events.

Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Religious Studies, Pastoral Care, or a related field.
• Ordination or recognized standing in a Christian denomination is preferred.
• Must maintain standing in a recognized faith tradition and participate in continuing education and professional development.

Competencies:

• Customer Service: Respond promptly to spiritual care needs, providing compassion and effective solutions.
• Communication: Communicate effectively in both individual and group settings, ensuring clarity in spiritual and pastoral care offerings.
• Cultural Competence: Respect and incorporate diverse faith traditions and religious practices.
• Trauma-Informed Care: Understand the impact of trauma on youth and integrate trauma-sensitive approaches in spiritual and pastoral care.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, and perform other physical tasks as required.
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds may be required.