Chaplain Full Time

Westminster at Lake Ridge • Lake Ridge, VA

11d

About The Position

The full-time Chaplain works between two senior living communities in Washington, DC, and Woodbridge, VA. The position maintains a pastoral presence with residents and staff and encourages a community life built on Judeo-Christian moral foundations. The Chaplain provides worship and pastoral care, spiritual guidance, counseling, and support during grief, illness, and other hardships. The role also includes chapel and service administration, professional development, and compliance with organizational safety practices and ARISE values.

Requirements

• Master of Divinity and five to seven years of pastoral experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Completion of at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
• Ability to read and interpret the Bible and/or other religious documents.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with ill, disabled, and elderly residents, their families, and a diverse staff of varying ages.

Responsibilities

• Provide worship services to residents and staff and aid residents in times of need.
• Plan and lead chapel services, Holy Communion, Bible studies, special services, and Health Center services.
• Schedule replacement chaplain coverage when needed.
• Arrange and lead resident funeral services at the family’s request.
• Counsel and consult with residents and staff as appropriate.
• Visit residents in the Health Center, apartments, cottages, and hospital as necessary.
• Support residents experiencing grief, depression, and other hardships.
• Offer religious and spiritual guidance to residents, families, and staff.
• Participate in resident committees and departmental meetings to support spiritual well-being.
• Maintain administrative duties and supplies for the chapel and chaplaincy.
• Create worship service bulletins and write a weekly sermon.
• Serve as an ex-officio member of the Chapel Committee and attend monthly policy and budget meetings.
• Write monthly articles for the Chimes and send them to the Assistant Director of Resident Services.
• Represent Ingleside professionally and maintain resident confidentiality and privacy.
• Maintain courteous, cooperative relationships and communicate tactfully with residents, families, coworkers, supervisors, and other staff.
• Perform work assignments to meet quality and timeliness objectives and follow applicable policies and procedures.
• Participate in assigned in-service activities, projects, committees, and education opportunities; maintain required certifications and current knowledge of applicable regulations.
• Comply with organizational and government safety requirements, report hazards and injuries promptly, and assist during emergencies according to procedures.
• Uphold the ARISE values of Accountability, Respect, Innovation, Stewardship, and Excellence.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off accrual.
• Paid holidays.
• Educational and U.S. citizenship scholarship opportunities.
• Onsite CPR training.
• Certified Dementia Practitioner training.
• Well-Being Model.
• Eligible employees may receive annual employee recognition from residents.
• UKG Wallet (Daily Pay).
• Free use of the community pool and fitness center.
• Training and growth opportunities.
• Tickets to Work.
• Pet insurance available for select employees.

What This Job Offers

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