DOC Menard CC Chaplain I

State of Illinois•Chester, IL

7d•$6,082 - $8,803•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a professional chaplain to support the spiritual development and religious needs of people in custody at Menard Correctional Center. The Chaplain I provides religious support for all faiths, traditions, and denominations represented at the facility, and supports the spiritual growth of people regardless of their religious tradition or affiliation. The position also includes counseling, coordination with facility staff, and participation in chaplaincy activities. The role is fully in office at Menard Correctional Center and works 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, with weekends off.

Requirements

Education equivalent to four years of college, supplemented by completion of three years of prescribed study at a recognized and accredited theological seminary, with a Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree.
Ordination, ecclesiastical endorsement, or licensing by a recognized communion, with authorization from the appropriate authority of the denomination.
At least one year of prior pastoral care experience in a hospital, healthcare, institutional, or local ministry setting.
At least one unit of accredited clinical pastoral education.
Ability to pass an IDOC/IDJJ background check.
Ability to pass a drug screen; unauthorized drug use by employees is prohibited.
Ability to use digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes to manage and support departmental digital enhancements.
Must abide by employer vaccine and other medical standards.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of professional experience working with faith or religious traditions other than one's own.
At least one year of experience working with or on an interdisciplinary care team for behavioral health, psychiatric health, or social services.
At least two years of experience in an institutional chaplaincy setting, such as military, hospital, academic, or professional chaplaincy, rather than only a congregational setting.
At least one year of professional experience conducting individual or group counseling sessions.
At least one year of experience preparing and conducting formal religious services, sacramental rites, or workshop services.
At least one year of experience planning a weekly schedule of chapel activities.

Responsibilities

Provide religious services for all faiths.
Prepare reports and correspondence related to the chaplaincy area.
Conduct individual and group counseling sessions for individuals in custody.
Serve as Assistant Employee Assistant Program Coordinator and Backup Volunteer Services Coordinator.
Participate in outside speaking engagements.
Prepare and conduct formal religious services, sacramental rites, and weekly worship services.
Meet weekly with the Assistant Warden of Programs and the Manager of Chaplain Services to review chaplaincy activities.
Perform other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the listed duties.

Benefits

Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
Retirement plan and deferred compensation.
State holidays and other paid time off.
Pre-tax benefit programs.
12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave.
Pension plan, with Tier II vesting at 10 years.
Full 20-year retirement awards with free health insurance during retirement.
13–14 paid state holidays annually.
Three paid personal business days annually.
12 paid sick days annually, with carryover from year to year.
10–25 days of paid vacation annually, with 10 days in the first year of employment.
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources.
Extensive training and career advancement opportunities.
Flexible work schedules in some program areas.