Chaplain (Part-Time) - Gainesville, FL

Marketplace Chaplains•Gainesville, FL

3d•Remote

About The Position

Chaplains serve as frontline staff fulfilling MCHAP’s mission and Christian ministry by using their gifts and talents to serve company employees and their immediate families. This part-time field position is based in Gainesville, Florida. Assigned hours are generally consistent from week to week, but there are no guaranteed minimum hours; position needs vary depending on chaplain availability and client requirements. Chaplains visit company worksites, usually weekly, to build relationships with employees, and provide care to employees and immediate family members at locations such as hospitals, nursing homes, funeral homes, and residences. Depending on the situation, they may offer confidential pastoral discussions, referrals, support during bereavement, assistance with funerals, visits to people in jail, and support following termination. They may also help companies communicate serious injuries or deaths, provide resources, facilitate employee-led spiritual enrichment activities, represent companies in appropriate ministry-related situations, and participate in new employee orientation. The role requires professional, compassionate service across diverse groups and an ability to work in interdisciplinary and interfaith settings. Chaplains are expected to demonstrate spiritual maturity and commitment to MCHAP’s Christian ministry values, maintain confidentiality, communicate effectively, document accurately, and use relevant computer applications. The position is remote in the field, with work environments determined by client worksites.

Requirements

Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary group and in an interfaith setting, accepting different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values.
Effective listening and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with clients, employees, and families.
Ability to deliver community presentations and deal effectively with family members and staff under stressful circumstances.
High regard for the dignity and worth of clients, employees, and their families.
Ability to cope with stressful situations and document accurately according to standards.
Spiritual maturity and commitment to a Christian lifestyle and MCHAP’s ministry values; incorporates Christian beliefs and values in daily activities and job duties.
Fundamental understanding of the Holy Bible and its proper application; attests to saving faith in Jesus Christ and actively participates in a biblically based church.
Professional, diplomatic, patient, and courteous interaction with diverse groups; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and provide exceptional customer service.
Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues.
Excellent oral and written communication skills for interacting with leadership, colleagues, employees, and families.
Emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other stresses.
Skill in analyzing information, identifying and solving problems, following up on objectives, interpreting relevant policies and procedures, and keeping others informed.
Computer proficiency with Google Suites, Microsoft Office, or equivalent software; internet, email, and web-based applications; ability to learn new technology programs.
Active state driver’s license and state-minimum auto insurance for the state or states where clients are served.
Must pass a pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

Serve as a messenger and conveyor of faith, mission, and purpose.
Interact with companies, employees, and the community in a manner that demonstrates character through personal and spiritual disciplines.
Visit company worksites regularly, usually weekly, to interact with employees and build relationships of trust and friendship motivated by Christian faith.
Visit employees or immediate family members wherever care and assistance can be provided, including hospitals, nursing homes, funeral homes, family residences, or other sites.
Provide confidential pastoral discussions, as appropriate, about personal and family matters, serious illness, grief, parenting, financial stress, and other life issues.
Provide referrals and coordinate specialized assistance for employees or immediate family members with specific needs.
Assist with planning, conducting, or attending funerals for employees or immediate family members, including follow-up support during bereavement.
Make jail visits to employees and immediate family members, as needed.
Work with companies to notify families and employees of deaths or serious injuries and encourage people affected by tragedies.
Provide post-termination care to laid-off or terminated employees to support their transition to another work environment.
Facilitate, but not lead, spiritual enrichment activities when appropriate.
Provide literature and other resources to company employees, as appropriate or requested.
Represent companies to clients or customers in ministry-related situations such as serious illness, accidents, traumatic events, and funerals.
Participate in new employee orientation to explain the Employee Care Service and the Chaplain Team’s role.
With permission from the Executive Director of Operations, respond to other duties and services requested by company executive leadership within the scope of the Letter of Agreement.