Interfaith Chaplain for Senior Living Community

Westminster Communities of Florida; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Westminster Communities of Florida in Daytona Beach seeks a Chaplain to provide compassionate, ecumenical spiritual care to residents, families, and staff within a diverse senior living community.

The Chaplain will lead weekly chapel services, develop inclusive programs, accompany residents through illness and bereavement, and connect individuals with their faith communities while honoring varied beliefs and traditions. Ordination and ministry experience with older adults are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in religious studies or equivalent from a regionally accredited institution.
• Ordination and current good standing within a mainline Protestant or other recognized denomination.
• Minimum of three (3) years of parish ministry or equivalent ministerial experience.
• Demonstrated experience working with older adults in ecumenical and/or interfaith ministry contexts.
• Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and ability to provide pastoral care across diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Promote and embody the mission by delivering Legendary Service in all interactions.
• Provide spiritual care and pastoral counseling to residents, families, and team members through presence, attentive listening, and compassionate support.
• Serve as an accessible resource and consistent pastoral presence within the community.
• Visit residents in times of need, including illness, hospitalization, transition, grief, end-of-life, and other personal crises.
• Plan and lead weekly chapel gatherings and coordinate additional spiritual opportunities that are inclusive and sensitive to a range of traditions.
• Develop articles and facilitate group programs addressing psychospiritual topics, meaning-making, and life reflection.
• Promote spiritual growth, emotional wellbeing, social engagement, and intellectual development among residents.
• Assist with memorial services and support families during bereavement.
• Facilitate and encourage residents’ participation in their own faith communities.
• Serve as an ecumenical and interfaith liaison, building relationships with local houses of worship and faith leaders across traditions.
• Coordinate and support campus-wide outings or field trips for residents.
• Demonstrate the ability to navigate diverse spiritual landscapes with sensitivity, confidence, and respect for all cultural and faith practices.
• Assist in chaplaincy duties under the supervision of the Administrator and perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Emotional intelligence

Pastoral care

Interfaith ministry

Multicultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in religious studies or equivalent

Job description

Westminster Communities of Florida in Daytona Beach seeks a Chaplain to provide compassionate, ecumenical spiritual care to residents, families, and staff within a diverse senior living community.

The Chaplain will lead weekly chapel services, develop inclusive programs, accompany residents through illness and bereavement, and connect individuals with their faith communities while honoring varied beliefs and traditions. Ordination and ministry experience with older adults are required.