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
Position Purpose summary:
To provide Christian based emotional and spiritual care to residents, volunteers, and staff within our sphere of influence.

Accountabilities
Chaplaincy:

Provide spiritual care as requested to individuals who access the Edmonton Centre of Hope services including creating, documenting and following up on spiritual assessments and spiritual care plans

Provide spiritual and religious care and support to people of all faith backgrounds

Collaborate with chaplains from other faith backgrounds to provide multi-faith chaplaincy

Plan and coordinate spiritual care programs and services including chapel services, worship events, Bible studies, devotions and program modules

Pray with and lead people to faith in Jesus Christ as opportunity permits

Participate as an active member of the Edmonton Centre of Hope Case Management team





Ensure that approved Christian and/or Spiritual Religious Care material is available to meet the needs of program participants

Assist with the development / revising of Policies and Procedures specific to the Spiritual Care program as required

Conduct funerals and memorial services as required

Respond in chaplaincy role to emergencies and crises as required (may be involved in Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) defusing and/or debriefing sessions as needed)

Provide accurate statistics and reports as required

Maintain accurate data records and file management

Be familiar with Center Policies and Procedures and ensure they are followed and put into practice.

Other duties as assigned

Critical Relationship Management
Internal

Various ad hoc Committees as assigned.

Staff and Clients of the Programs

External

Chaplains and community resources from other faith backgrounds

Family members of program participants

Community members

Managerial Responsibility

This position reports directly to the Spiritual Care Manager

This position has no direct reports

Financial And Materials Management

Maintain confidential files and reports of clients.

Maintain a pool of resources with other community services for easy accessibility by the residents.

Working Conditions

The performance of the job requires a moderate amount of standing, sitting, walking, assisting clients, intervening in client confrontations.

The incumbent will be required to work at multiple sites; access to transportation will be required.

The incumbent must have a flexible schedule as weekend, evening and holiday coverage may be required.

The incumbent’s work environment is typically at work sites within residential settings, and may require working under the following disagreeable conditions and will need to follow or use universal precautions:

Dealing with angry and abusive people, verbal abuse

Exposure to bodily fluids,



bodily waste, and infectious diseases

Exposure to drugs, alcohol, and solvents

Physical attacks by others

Exposure to toxic chemicals

Sharp objects (i.e., needle sticks, knives, and weapons)

Other dangerous situations

Immunization for Hepatitis B and vaccination against Tuberculosis

The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, exemplifying Christian standards of conduct.

Education And Experience Qualifications
Education, Qualifications and Certifications

Must be a High School graduate.

Must be ordained and have Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) or equivalent.

An alternative level of education and experience in Pastoral Care/Chaplaincy may be considered.

Experience And Skilled Knowledge Requirements

At least 2 years’ experience in Pastoral Care and /or Chaplaincy preferably in a social services setting as well as experience dealing with mental health issues, substance use, addictions, death, dying, incarceration and family issues.

Experience working with vulnerable populations

Skills And Capabilities

Ensure a high standard of holistic, trauma-informed and client-centred care

Proficient in maintaining accurate data records, administrative tasks, statistics and report writing

Proficient in various software programs (e.g. Planning Centre, Microsoft 365) and email

Be able to communicate in an empathetic manner with clients, families, staff, community members and agencies

Must be a confidential support and have solid professional boundaries management

This job description will be reviewed by the employee and supervisor on a regular basis. Amendments can be made at any time at the discretion of the employer.

Compensation
The target hiring range for this position is $60,715.20 to $75,920.00 with a maximum of $91,104.00.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

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📌 Chaplain (Alberta)
🏢 The Salvation Army in Canada
📍 Alberta