Chaplain: Spiritual Care & Reentry Mentor

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Del Rio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Reduced Tuition Rates

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

GEO Corrections & Detentions seeks a dedicated chaplain to provide spiritual guidance and oversight of religious programs within our facility. The role involves coordinating volunteers, delivering pastoral care to detainees, and ensuring programs meet policy standards.

The chaplain will conduct worship services, religious education and counseling, while maintaining records and collaborating with community religious resources to support reintegration efforts.

Qualifications

• Must meet the certification standards of the American Correctional Chaplains Association.
• Must have 5+ years experience in providing clinical pastoral education.
• Must be credentialed to conduct religious services per denomination.
• Must possess current ecclesiastical endorsement by appropriate religious body.
• Clinical Pastoral Education or equivalent training required.
• Strong presentation, communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates, schedules and coordinates all religious and volunteer programs for the institution.
• Provides spiritual guidance and pastoral education for individuals and families.
• Visits detainees in living areas or hospitals regularly.
• Plans and directs religious programs and training for volunteers and clergy.
• Conducts worship services, sacraments and religious education for detainees.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation

Organizational skills

Education

Clinical Pastoral Education

Job description

GEO Corrections & Detentions seeks a dedicated chaplain to provide spiritual guidance and oversight of religious programs within our facility. The role involves coordinating volunteers, delivering pastoral care to detainees, and ensuring programs meet policy standards.

The chaplain will conduct worship services, religious education and counseling, while maintaining records and collaborating with community religious resources to support reintegration efforts.