Chaplain

Bethany Lutheran Homes, Inc.; La Crosse (WI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Vision Insurance

Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Plans

Pet Insurance

Tuition Assistant Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bethany Lutheran Homes, Inc. in La Crosse, WI, seeks a Clinical Chaplain to lead the Pastoral Care Ministry across Eagle Crest Communities. You will provide spiritual leadership, worship services, pastoral counseling, and bereavement support for residents, families and staff.

Responsibilities include supervising chaplaincy staff, planning worship, developing faith activities, and building faith community partnerships. Strong endorsement and CPE required.

Qualifications

• Completion of one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
• Degree in Divinity, Theology, Pastoral Studies, Religious Studies, or related field.
• Endorsement by a recognized denominational body.
• Experience in worship leadership, pastoral care, and spiritual counseling.

Responsibilities

• Lead Pastoral Care Department, supervising staff and volunteers.
• Plan and lead worship services and administer sacraments.
• Develop Bible studies and faith-based activities.
• Assess residents' spiritual needs and provide pastoral support.
• Support residents and families through illness, transition, and grief.
• Provide bereavement support and end-of-life care.
• Conduct regular pastoral visits across communities.
• Build relationships with local congregations and faith groups.

Skills

Pastoral Care

Worship Leadership

Staff Supervision

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Master of Divinity (M.Div.)

Endorsement by denominational body

Job description

Eagle Crest Communities: RiversideTransitional Care - La Crosse, WI

Bethany Lutheran Homes is one of the 150 largest, most innovative senior care providers in the nation and we want YOU on our team! With 10 different communities between La Crosse, Onalaska and Holmen, we’re able to provide care in independent and assisted living, high acuity assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Great people, great care!

Join Our Mission:

Eagle Crest Communities is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Clinical Chaplain to lead and support the Pastoral Care Ministry across our communities. This role provides spiritual leadership through worship services, Bible studies, pastoral counseling, and compassionate support for residents, families, and staff. If you are passionate about serving older adults and helping others draw on their faith, especially during times of illness, transition, and loss, we encourage you to apply.

About the Position:

As a Clinical Chaplain, you will:

• Management of Pastoral Care Department; including supervision of Assistant Chaplain and pastoral care staff and volunteers
• Plan and lead worship services, including preaching and administering the Sacraments
• Develop, teach, and facilitate Bible studies and faith-based activities
• Assess residents' and families' spiritual needs and provide appropriate pastoral support
• Assist residents and families in using faith and spiritual resources to cope with illness, trauma, stress, and grief
• Provide support surrounding end-of-life issues and bereavement
• Conduct regular pastoral visits with residents
• Deliver worship leadership and pastoral care services throughout Eagle Crest Communities
• Build and maintain relationships with local congregations, clergy, and religious organizations
• Serve as a liaison between Eagle Crest Communities and the faith community

Requirements:

• Completion of one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE), and a degree in Divinity, Theology, Pastoral Studies, Religious Studies, or related field from an accredited institution
• Endorsement by and good standing with a recognized denominational body
• Experience in preparing and leading worship, teaching, pastoral care, and spiritual counseling
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills

Preferred

• Board Certified Chaplain
• Experience working with older adults
• Experience supporting individuals with physical and cognitive impairments
• Skilled in providing spiritual care during illness, transition, and end-of-life situations
• Experience supervising staff

Our Wages:

• Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, and credentials
• 80 hours/pay period
• Schedule: Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Salaried Position

Benefits:

Available at 50+ hours/pay period:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability

Available at 20+ hours/pay period:

• Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Pet Insurance

Availabe at 18+ hours/pay period:

• Tuition Assistant Program

Available to all:

• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.

Bethany Lutheran Homes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer!

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