CHAPLAIN 2

Nunez Community College; Bunkie (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadiana Center for Youth-Bunkie seeks a Chaplain 2 to provide spiritual guidance and pastoral care for youth and staff in a secure-care setting. You will lead worship, collaborate with treatment teams, and ensure access to meaningful spiritual resources.

The role requires ordination or endorsement by a faith group, plus relevant ministry experience. Compensation is hourly and based in Bunkie, LA, with full-time status and benefits as per state guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in ministry or chaplaincy or equivalent.
• ACPE/NACC/CASC certification plus two years of ministry/chaplaincy experience.
• Louisiana Chaplain's Association certification plus two years of ministry/chaplaincy experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides pastoral care and spiritual guidance to youth and staff.
• Conducts worship services and religious studies.
• Collaborates with treatment teams to support youth needs and goals.
• Coordinates volunteer ministry services with local faith-based organizations.

Skills

Pastoral counseling

Worship leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in ministry or chaplaincy

ACPE/NACC/CASC certification

Louisiana Chaplain's Association certification

Job description

Office of Juvenile Justice

Acadiana Center for Youth-Bunkie

1536 Bordelon Road, Bunkie, LA 71322

https://ojj.la.gov/location/acadiana-center-for-youth-bunkie

The Office of Juvenile Justice is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Chaplain 2 to provide spiritual guidance, pastoral care, and faith-based support to youth and staff within a secure-care environment. This position is ideal for an individual who is committed to serving others, building positive relationships, and supporting personal growth through spiritual development.

As a Chaplain 2, you will provide counseling, lead worship services and religious activities, collaborate with treatment teams, and help ensure youth have access to meaningful spiritual resources and opportunities. This role serves as an important part of the overall treatment team by supporting the emotional, spiritual, and rehabilitative needs of youth.

If you are passionate about ministry, mentorship, and making a positive impact in the lives of young people, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to support OJJ's mission.

• A bachelor's degree plus two years of experience in ministry or chaplaincy; OR
• Certification received from Clinical Pastoral Education through the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE), National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC) or Canadian Association of Spiritual Care (CASC) plus two years of experience in ministry or chaplaincy; OR
• Certification by the Louisiana Chaplain's Association plus two years of experience in ministry or chaplaincy.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Applicants must be ordained, commissioned, licensed, or endorsed by the appropriate faith group or denominational authority at the time of appointment.

NOTE:

Ecclesiastical endorsements must be from the official national endorsing authority of the applicant's/employee's faith group or denomination.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Provides pastoral care and spiritual guidance to youth and staff through counseling, mentoring, and religious activities.
• Conducts worship services and religious studies while promoting personal prayer, faith development, and spiritual growth.
• Collaborates with treatment teams to support individualized youth needs and therapeutic goals.
• Coordinates volunteer ministry services and maintains relationships with local faith-based organizations and clergy.
• Conducts pastoral assessments and maintains documentation related to spiritual services and activities.
• Provides religious resources and educational materials to support youth development and engagement.
• Participates in training, committees, and professional development activities to support facility operations and accreditation requirements.

Position-Specific Details

Work location: This vacancy is located at Acadiana Center for Youth in Bunkie, Louisiana.

Appointment Type:Full time, Probational

Compensation: $20.06 - $36.14 hourly

The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c)

The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.

NOTE: Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License and clear a background check.

This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.