Chaplain (Part-time)

Cedarbrook Senior Care & Rehab•Allentown, PA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Cedarbrook Senior Care & Rehab is seeking a part-time Chaplain at its Allentown location, for approximately 40 hours per biweekly pay period. Hours vary, and every-other-weekend coverage is required. Faith Services supports residents’ spiritual needs as part of their quality of life. This position provides counseling to residents regarding spiritual and personal matters, conducts religious services, and provides one-to-one religious counseling. The Chaplain reports directly to the Director of Life Enrichment or Assistant Director of Life Enrichment. The role also supports residents’ orientation and adjustment, counsels family members upon request, develops programs, protects residents’ religious rights and privileges, and serves as a representative to the religious community. The Chaplain functions as a member of the treatment staff team and performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Master of Divinity or equivalent degree.
Minimum of one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
Minimum of two years of experience in pastoral ministry, including work with older adults.
Credentialing for ministry by a recognized denomination.
Thorough knowledge of the philosophies, principles, practices, methods, and techniques of religion.
Thorough knowledge of modern principles and practices of pastoral counseling.
Knowledge of the psychology of personal adjustment.
Ability to lead small on-unit and house programs and use public-speaking skills.
Ability to build confidence and trust, work closely with others, and meet with the public.
Familiarity with diverse religious perspectives and respect for differing opinions, beliefs, and life experiences.
Ability to preach and engage in theological conversations with residents and staff.
Approximately 40 hours per biweekly pay period; hours vary and every-other-weekend coverage is required.

Nice To Haves

One year of long-term care or nursing-home experience (preferred).
Additional experience may be supplemented by special work in chaplaincy or graduate study in guidance, psychology, sociology, or education.
Equivalent combinations of acceptable training and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Conduct religious services and arrange services and activities by volunteer groups.
Provide one-to-one religious and personal counseling to residents.
Protect the religious rights and privileges of all residents.
Serve as a county representative to the religious community.
Interview new residents and assist with their orientation and adjustment to their new environment.
Meet with and counsel family members when requested.
Develop and promote new programs.
Function as a member of the treatment staff team.
Work closely with the Part-Time Chaplain to support residents’ faith needs.
Perform related work and other duties as assigned.