Spiritual Care Practitioner (PR-CP29-007)

Bethany Care Society; Didsbury; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Alberta is looking for a Spiritual Care Practitioner to support the spiritual well-being of residents. The role involves spiritual assessments, group events, and working closely with interdisciplinary teams. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in a related field and have experience with older adults. The position is temporary full-time, located in Didsbury, with a focus on compassionate care.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years clinical and administrative experience desired.
• Experience working with older adults is an asset.
• Active membership with CASC required.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual care aligned with the mission and values of the organization.
• Offer or co-ordinate group events supporting the spiritual well-being of residents.
• Promote awareness and understanding of spiritual care within the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Listening skills

Basic counselling skills

Group facilitation

Multicultural and multi-faith experience

Education

Master’s degree in theology, spirituality/religion, or a related field

Clinical Psychospiritual Education (CPE) with two advanced units

Tools

Class 4 Driver's License

Job description

About the Role

Bethany is seeking a talented Spiritual Care Practitioner for Bethany Didsbury, Sundre and Harvest Hills (NE Calgary). With discernment, wisdom, compassion and a passion for the spiritual well-being of residents, families, employees and volunteers, the Spiritual Care Practitioner provides and advocates for spiritual care aligned with the mission, vision, and values of Bethany Care Society. The Spiritual Care Practitioner models and promotes respect for diversity, welcomes all people in the provision of culturally appropriate spiritual care, and provides and assists with appropriate spiritual and religious practices. The Spiritual Care practitioner is responsible and accountable for the provision of assessments and interventions intended to support the spiritual health of the residents and families of Bethany, with special attention to support at end-of-life. At Bethany, Spiritual Care Practitioners offer or co-ordinate group events – including regular services or programs, seasonal and memorial events – that support the spiritual well-being of residents. Further, as a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Spiritual Care Practitioner is expected to promote awareness and understanding of spiritual care, and co-lead the spiritual care champion teams as a means of helping all care team members develop capacity to offer spiritual care as generalists. You are required to have access to a vehicle and a valid Driver’s License for travel between sites.

Qualifications

Education

• Master’s degree in theology, spirituality / religion, or a related field.
• Clinical Psychospiritual Education (CPE) – completion of two advanced units, or equivalent combination of experience and education
• Formal training in working with persons with dementia or Alzheimer’s is an asset

Experience

• 1-3 years clinical and administrative experience desired
• Experience working with older adults is an asset
• Experience within a multicultural environment is an asset

Additional Skills

• Active membership with CASC
• Class 4 Driver\'s License
• Able to work effectively in a physically and mentally demanding environment.
• Listening skills, basic counselling skills, group facilitation, and multicultural and multi-faith experience.
• Must demonstrate an acceptable level of reading, writing, and comprehension of English language skills
• Excellent observation, communication and problem-solving skills

Position Information

• Posting Number : 25-9292
• Position Number : PR-CP29-007
• Location : Bethany Didsbury, Sundre and Harvest Hills (NE Calgary)
• Classification : Spiritual Care
• FTE : 1.00
• Non-Union
• Position Type : Temporary FT (Position End date : October 31, 2026)
• Shift and Hours of Work : Day (8:00 am - 4:15 pm)
• Hours Per Shift : 7.75 hours
• Shift Per Cycle : 10 shifts in a 2 week cycle
• Position Start Date : When Filled
• Posting End Date : When Filled