Chaplain
Evergreen | White Rock, B.C., Canada | Casual
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 experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. The Chaplain is committed to achieving Baptist Housing's mission: Inspired by the servant heart of Jesus, we provide caring communities for seniors to live with dignity, purpose, and belonging.

About The Role
The Chaplain provides spiritual care and opportunities for spiritual growth to residents, families and team members as part of our vision for holistic care. The Chaplain offers Christian leadership by example and hospitality through presence, journeying with others in their joys and challenges while offering spiritual support and helping individuals take the next step in their spiritual journeys. The Chaplain works to create an empowering environment that elevates the autonomy, independence and capacity of seniors to live their best lives in our communities.

Requirements
Education and Experience

Graduate degree in Ministry (e.g., M.A., M.C.S., M.Div.) preferred

Clinical Psychospiritual Education (CPE) or equivalent training in professional chaplaincy preferred

1–2 years' experience in a long-term care, healthcare or hospital setting preferred

3–5 years in Christian ministry strongly preferred

1–2 years working with seniors preferred

Consideration will be given to life experience and personal learning

Ministerial Credentials

Chaplains must affirm and adhere to Baptist Housing's Statement of Faith as a condition of employment

Chaplains must receive endorsement from Fellowship Pacific within the first three months of employment, as a condition of employment

Skills & Competencies

Has a servant heart that shows a real desire to serve others with humility, grace and compassion

Able to build and maintain meaningful personal and professional relationships,



and to teach in both formal and informal settings

Proven ability to assess and respond to individual spiritual and emotional needs

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Able to provide effective and timely spiritual care regardless of religious faith or background

Proven skill in planning, implementing and evaluating activities and programs

Able to address spiritual concerns clearly and sensitively from a Biblical perspective without proselytizing, while respecting individual beliefs and the right to privacy

Compassion and empathy for seniors, with an understanding of the spiritual, physical and emotional aspects of aging

Understands spiritual care as an integral part of holistic wellness for seniors

Experience offering guidance and intentional presence in times of crisis and need

Self-motivated and able to work independently with flexible hours; physically, emotionally and mentally equipped for a dynamic work setting

Proficient with computers and software for email, online meetings, electronic filing and reporting

Responsibilities

Models servant leadership and Christian values for residents, families and team members, and responds to questions about Christian faith and practice

Builds relationships with residents that support their social, emotional and spiritual needs, respecting diverse backgrounds and beliefs

Leads optional worship, Bible teaching, prayer and fellowship programs

Provides end-of-life, grief and hospital visitation support, and coordinates memorial services

Helps residents stay connected to their own faith communities

Completes spiritual care assessments, participates in care conferences and care planning,



and charts significant information

Offers spiritual, emotional and ethical support to team members on request, and fosters a workplace that respects each person's beliefs

Recruits, trains and supervises spiritual care volunteers in partnership with the volunteer program

Networks with local churches, ministries and chaplains, and with other faith leaders as needed

Provides timely reports and statistics to the Administrator and the AVP of Spiritual Care, and contributes to program planning and budgets

Promotes a safe workplace by following safe practices and identifying and reporting hazards

Commits to ongoing professional development

Other duties as assigned

Compensation & Benefits
You will earn an hourly wage of $30.00-$35.00 and be welcomed into an environment where support for you is prioritized.

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 matters! You can make a real impact on the lives of our residents. Your role is both fulfilling and purposeful.

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: Experience appreciation events and receive recognition awards through our team programs.

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📌 Chaplain - Casual (British Columbia)
🏢 Baptist Housing Seniors Living
📍 British Columbia