Chaplain - SCI Cambridge Springs

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Crawford County, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chaplain supports the spiritual well-being of individuals at the State Correctional Institution at Cambridge Springs. The role provides spiritual care, guidance, and structured religious activities for people from diverse faith backgrounds, while helping foster a respectful and caring environment during incarceration.

The position is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with work hours determined by the department. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday and includes three required evening shifts from 12:30 PM to 8:00 PM. The position is onsite, with no telework option. The employee must complete basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, and the Correctional Chaplains Training Course within six months of hire. The employee must also maintain credentials with an officially sanctioned faith group annually and pass a background investigation and CJIS compliance requirements.

Requirements

• Two years of professional pastoral experience and a bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of professional pastoral experience.
• At the time of application, provide documentation from an officially sanctioned faith group, dated within one year of the application date, confirming authorization to conduct worship or sacred services and specifying authorized sacraments, rites, ceremonies, or rituals.
• Complete the Correctional Chaplains Training Course within six months of hire.
• Maintain credentials with an officially sanctioned faith group annually throughout employment.
• Successfully complete basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.
• Be able to perform essential job functions.
• Pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead faith-specific gatherings, administer rites, and arrange accommodations for inmates of various faiths.
• Provide spiritual, grief, and special counseling, and visit individuals in general population, specialized units, and community hospitals.
• Arrange discussion groups, review religious materials, and assist inmates with special program needs.
• Participate in committees, evaluate accommodation requests, and attend interfaith events to support facility programs.
• Assist with recruiting, training, and orienting volunteers, visitors, and interns involved in religious services.
• Document program activities, prepare reports, and respond to information requests in a timely manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level