Chaplain- Heritage and Spiritual Care

Baycrest; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Baycrest is seeking a dedicated Chaplain for the Heritage and Spiritual Care Department. The role involves providing compassionate spiritual care to patients, residents, and families in a diverse, multi-faith environment. This permanent position offers the opportunity to engage deeply with individuals in moments of crisis or loss, facilitating healing through spiritual guidance and support.

Benefits

Vacation Entitlement

Extended health and dental benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Completion of a Bachelor of Arts degree program.
• Completion of a Master of Divinity (MDiv) or related degree from a recognized program.
• Three years related experience providing spiritual care.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and group spiritual care to patients and families.
• Conduct spiritual care assessments and develop care plans.
• Facilitate small group sessions and lead holiday observances.

Skills

Crisis Support

Spiritual Care

Interpersonal Communication

Cultural Sensitivity

Group Facilitation

Education

Bachelor of Arts

Master of Divinity (MDiv)

Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Certification

Job description

Baycrest’s Heritage and Spiritual Care Department

has an opportunity for a

Chaplain

Position Type: Permanent, Pro-rated

Shift Type: Day, occasional evening and weekend shifts (subject to change)

Bi-Weekly Hours: 56 hours

Posting Number: 9024

Union: Non-Union

Internal Closing Date: June 24, 2025

Originally founded in 1918, by the Jewish community of Toronto, Baycrest has an inspiring, more than 100-year, history of exceptional community service and a ceaseless devotion to serving those in need. We live our centuries-old Jewish heritage by honouring our elders with respect and compassion.

Baycrest’s Department of Heritage and Spiritual Care supports the emotional, spiritual, and religious needs of residents, patients, families, caregivers, and volunteers. This care respects all faiths, cultures, and beliefs, and is available to everyone, whether or not they identify as religious or spiritual. Our care is tailored to honour the individual’s personal beliefs and values. We are here to engage with individuals who benefit from spiritual or emotional support, are coping with grief, need help with religious practices or existential questions, and/or anything else they may be struggling with.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Perform pastoral/spiritual care functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination in a respectful, meaningful manner that recognizes the Jewish identity of Baycrest with the needs of a diverse, multi-faith and heterogeneous ethnic geriatric population
• Provide one-on-one and group spiritual care to patients, residents, clients, families, caregivers, and volunteers
• Offer support during moments of crisis, grief, loss, end-of-life, or existential distress
• Participate in inter-professional team rounds as applicable and collaborates in holistic care planning
• Facilitate small group sessions as such as spiritual reflection groups, support circles, holiday-focused discussions, or interfaith dialogues
• Lead or support rituals, services, and holiday observances that reflect the diverse spiritual needs of the community
• Conduct spiritual care assessments and develop care plans that integrate spiritual and cultural needs
• Document encounters and assessments in electronic health records
• Provide education and support to staff and volunteers regarding spiritual care and cultural and religious sensitivity.
• Participate in on-call rotations and provide emergency spiritual care as needed

Qualifications (include but are not limited to):

• Completion of a Bachelor of Arts degree program.
• Completion of a Master of Divinity (MDiv), Theology (MTh), Pastoral Studies (MPS), Hebrew Letters (MHL), or Master of Arts (MA) in Religion, Jewish Studies, or other appropriate degree obtained from a recognized program of religious studies.
• Ordination from recognized institution, academy, or seminary is a bonus.
• Four (4) units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) or Pastoral Counseling Education (PCE) certification or equivalent
• Must be CPE or PCE Certified Spiritual Care Practitioner (CSPS) or eligible for certification.
• Membership in good standing in the Canadian Association for Spiritual Care (CASC).
• Three (3) years related experience providing spiritual care and chaplaincy services.
• Registration in the Ontario College of Registered Psychotherapists (CRPO) or eligibility for registration.
• · Membership in Neshama: Association of Jewish Chaplains (NAJC), Association of Professional Chaplains (APC), National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC) or Association of Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE) an asset
• Previous experience in a non-profit organization, including a complex health care facility (Hospital and/or Long-Term Care facility) or leading a religious congregation is preferred
• Ability to distill complex information into clear, meaningful messages

Additional Benefits:

• Vacation Entitlement
• Opportunity to enroll in the extended health and dental benefit plan
• Opportunity to enroll in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Current Baycrest employees must apply online through the Baycrest intranet. Applications submitted through the external careers website will only be considered after the internal application process. If you are a current employee and are unable to access the intranet, please contact Human Resources for assistance.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application online by clicking the Apply button below.

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