Chaplain (Temporary Part-Time)

Chaplain

Evergreen | White Rock, British Columbia, Canada | Temporary Part-time

The Opportunity

At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can pursue a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. We are seeking a part-time Chaplain to provide spiritual care, foster faith journeys, and support residents, families, and team members. You will play a key role in our interdisciplinary team, nurturing the human soul and reflecting Baptist Housing’s values.

About The Role

• This is a temporary part-time position for 2-3 days per week (up to 22.5 hours per week) until the end of May. The successful candidate should be available to start immediately.
  
  

You will provide compassionate spiritual care and foster meaningful connections within our community. Your role involves supporting residents, families, and team members, addressing their spiritual, emotional, and social needs while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

Spiritual Care for Residents:

• Conduct spiritual assessments and contribute to care planning.
• Lead Christian worship services, Bible teaching, and prayer gatherings.
• Offer support for end-of-life care, grief, and ethical concerns.
  
  

Support for Team Members:

• Provide spiritual and emotional support for team members.
• Assist with ethical concerns and facilitate an inclusive environment for personal faith and beliefs.
  
  

Collaboration and Networking:

• Work with local clergy, volunteers, and community groups to enhance spiritual care services.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary team members to deliver holistic care.
  
  

Administrative and Reporting Duties:

• Maintain accurate records and reports on spiritual care activities.
• Collaborate with leadership on strategies and budgets for spiritual care.
  
  

Health and Safety:

• Promote and maintain safe work practices throughout the community.
  
  

Requirements

• A graduate degree in Divinity or a related theological degree (e.g., M.A. in Spiritual Care) or a minimum of a Bible or ministry degree from an evangelical Bible school
• Graduation from an accepted Clinical Psychospiritual Education (CPE) course or training in professional chaplaincy is preferred.
• The candidate must affirm and demonstrate that his or her doctrinal position agrees with the Baptist Housing Ministries Statement of Faith.
• Capable of endorsement from the Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches in BC and Yukon
• Consideration will be given to life experience and personal learning.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. (i.e., be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have a valid work permit)
  
  

About You

You are a compassionate and empathetic individual with a heart for ministry and a deep commitment to serving others. Skilled in building meaningful relationships, you provide spiritual care and support with warmth, respect, and sensitivity. Your collaborative approach fosters a welcoming environment where faith and community thrive. Passionate about serving seniors, you bring joy, comfort, and encouragement, helping them nurture their spiritual well-being during life’s transitions. Organized and creative, you make a lasting impact by uplifting those around you.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer an hourly salary of $36.76 alongside being welcomed into a supportive and warm environment.

Baptist Housing Careers

Our Promise

At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. Joining Baptist Housing means becoming a part of a committed and compassionate team that strives to create a warm and relational community where you can confidently bring your whole self to work, knowing that your contributions are valued and recognized. Our people and our values are what set us apart, and together we make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

Why Work at Baptist Housing?

• Meaningful Service: Your work makes a real impact on the lives of our residents, offering you a sense of fulfillment and purpose.
• Supportive & Fun Community: We're more than colleagues. Experience a supportive, safe and fun environment where we take our work seriously, but not ourselves.
• Recognition & Appreciation: We believe in celebrating our team members through appreciation events and recognition awards.
  
  

How To Apply

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