Correctional Chaplain

State of Indiana•Michigan City, IN

31d•Onsite

About The Position

The Correctional Chaplain is responsible for the religious and spiritual needs of incarcerated individuals and for developing, implementing, maintaining, and participating in a variety of religious programs at Indiana State Prison, a maximum-security correctional facility in Michigan City, Indiana. The role also carries responsibility for facility safety and security. The position may be used in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. It is exempt from overtime compensation; additional hours may be required, and employees must report at least 75 hours per pay period of work and/or paid leave to receive their base biweekly salary. The salary traditionally starts at $47,320, with possible adjustment based on education and work experience. The State of Indiana offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Must test negative on all drug screenings.
Specialized knowledge of theology and the history of religious groups.
Thorough knowledge of specific religious practices.
Ability to provide religious counseling services to incarcerated individuals and their families.
Ability to speak effectively in public.
Ability to work with a diverse population regardless of religious affiliation.
Master of Divinity degree or completion of a graduate training program in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, Religious Studies, or Comparative Religions accredited by the Association of Theological Schools; alternatively, a bachelor's degree in a social or behavioral science including at least 20 credit hours of Pastoral Psychology or Pastoral Counseling coursework, with transcripts submitted with the application; or six years of ministry experience.
Ordination as a minister, priest, or rabbi; commission to function in a ministry of pastoral care by an appropriate religious authority; or written ecclesiastical endorsement by a faith group or denomination.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Oversee religious and spiritual programs and ensure they are developed and implemented in accordance with acceptable standards.
Prepare and conduct weekly worship services.
Provide sacramental ministries.
Coordinate visits with incarcerated individuals by outside clergy.
Notify incarcerated individuals of family deaths or other personal tragedies.
Recommend and arrange transportation for incarcerated individuals to attend funerals.
Act as a liaison between the facility and community religious resources.
Conduct individual counseling sessions with incarcerated individuals as needed.
Maintain working knowledge of relevant community-based programs, agencies, and governmental agencies.
Participate in selecting religious and spiritual service volunteers and evaluate volunteer program performance.
Contribute to facility safety and security.
Perform other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, plus vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completed wellness activities.
Health savings account with biweekly state contributions.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Leave policies, including 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Group life insurance.
Referral Bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.