Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE:

The Chaplain provides Christian-based pastoral care services within Harbour Light keeping with approved pastoral care practices.





Characteristic Job Duties

- Prays with and or leads people to faith in Jesus Christ as prospect permits.
- Provides spiritual counsel/guidance to Harbour Light clients, staff and community members.
- Assists, advises, refers, corrects or guides addiction Treatment Program clients in supportive recovery.
- Conducts interviews related to addiction treatment and other program participants, as required.
- Attends meetings, assists with and participates in specific assigned administrative duties.
- Participates in scheduled Spirituality Classes to clients as part of Treatment Program.
- Participates in morning Spiritual reflections.
- Assists clients towards achieving personal and spiritual well-being.
- Works as a team member of the Chaplaincy team and other community agencies.
- Maintains written records and logs of activity reports and statistical information (SAMIS).
- In conjunction with the Director of Chaplaincy, recruits, interviews, trains, orientates, documents, and monitors all chaplaincy volunteers.
- Liaises with representatives of other faith communities as needed.
- Is knowledgeable about and acts in accordance with security procedures of the organization to ensure safety and confidentiality of information.




- Organizes physical décor and set-up of chapel and other pastoral care areas.
- Serves on The Salvation Army councils and committees as required.
- As assigned attend and participate in staff meetings and case management meetings for shelter, CRF, treatment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Level Attained

The successful job applicant will have completed up to two (2) years of Community College.

Special Licenses, Diplomas, Certifications Or Requirements

- Knowledge of substance addictions, practical knowledge of life skills, ability to provide spiritual guidance and support, an (spiritual/emotional) understanding of the human heart and a desire to learn on the job essential. Practical experience is a valuable asset.
- Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) or equivalent
- Current Certification in First Aid/CPR
- Current Driver’s license in British Columbia
- Computer literate in Microsoft Windows and Office
- Criminal Record Check

Minimum Prior Related Experience

- One year of prior related experience in chaplaincy or a related field dealing with death, dying and incarceration.

Physical Effort/Dexterity Required

The performance of the job requires a moderate amount of standing, walking, assisting clients in wheel chairs/walkers, intervening in physical confrontations, and some data input. The incumbent is required to lift up to 10 pounds.

Concentration Required

The performance of the job requires attentive listening, analyzing, and providing guidance.

Responsibility For Financial Resources

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📌 Temp PT Chaplain (Canada)
🏢 Salvation Army
📍 Canada