Chaplain

Lutheran Manor of the Lehigh Valley•Bethlehem, PA

34d•Onsite

About The Position

Lutheran Manor of the Lehigh Valley is seeking a compassionate, engaging, and resident-focused Part-Time Chaplain to provide spiritual care and support to residents of our nonprofit senior housing community. This position offers an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, foster community, and support residents of diverse faith backgrounds. Bilingual candidates, particularly those fluent in English and Spanish, are encouraged to apply. The Chaplain provides spiritual leadership, emotional support, and pastoral care to residents and staff while coordinating worship services, Bible studies, and other faith-based programs. The ideal candidate will be approachable, organized, and comfortable working with residents from a variety of religious traditions, cultures, and life experiences.

Requirements

Ordained minister, commissioned lay minister, chaplain, or individual with equivalent theological training and experience.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and listening skills.
Ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse religious and cultural backgrounds.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Self-motivated, compassionate, dependable, and able to work independently.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with older adults preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and lead weekly worship services and spiritual programs.
Organize and facilitate weekly Bible study groups.
Lead resident discussion groups, fellowship opportunities, and faith-based activities that encourage social connection and meaningful conversation.
Provide individual spiritual support, guidance, and counseling to residents as requested.
Visit residents in their apartments, hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, nursing facilities, and other care settings when appropriate.
Support residents and families during times of illness, loss, transition, or personal crisis.
Coordinate with local clergy, pastors, priests, musicians, and volunteers to support worship services and special events.
Assist with ecumenical and interfaith programming that reflects the diverse needs of the resident population.
Collaborate with management and resident services staff to promote resident well-being and community engagement.
Maintain appropriate documentation and communication regarding chaplaincy activities.
Assist in identifying opportunities to enhance spiritual programming and resident participation.