Lutheran Chaplain

Lutheran Life Communities; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits package

Supportive team environment

Job summary

A faith-based community organization in Illinois seeking a compassionate Chaplain to provide spiritual care for residents and families. The role involves leading worship services, offering counseling, and supporting individuals during pivotal life moments. Candidates should have experience in chaplaincy or pastoral care, with a heart for ministry, particularly for the elderly. A flexible schedule, including working evenings and weekends, is required to meet residents' needs. Excellent benefits and support are offered.

Qualifications

• Comfort ministering to individuals from various religious backgrounds.
• Ability to deliver compassionate, accessible sermons.
• Experience serving the elderly, including those experiencing dementia.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate worship services and Bible studies.
• Provide individual spiritual care and counseling.
• Support grief and end-of-life transitions.
• Participate in funerals, memorials, and special services.

Skills

Compassionate counseling

Interfaith support

Flexibility

Public speaking

Education

Experience in chaplaincy, pastoral care, or congregational ministry

Ordained Lutheran pastor (ELCA or LCMS)

Job description

Start a meaningful career as a Chaplain at Pleasant View!

At Lutheran Life Communities, our mission is to empower vibrant, grace-filled living across all generations. As a Chaplain, you’ll play a vital role in fulfilling that mission—serving our residents with compassion and spiritual care in a community guided by faith, purpose, and connection. This is a unique opportunity to touch lives and minister to individuals during life’s most significant moments.

Apply today and receive a response within 48 hours!

Why choose Lutheran Life Communities?

• A long-standing mission of service since 1892
• A faith-based, inclusive culture centered around care, connection, and dignity
• Great benefits package and supportive team environment
• Salary: $57,000-$70,000based on experience| Full-time

How you will make an impact:

As a Chaplain, you’ll serve as a spiritual presence for residents and their families, offering prayer, counseling, worship services, and support during end-of-life and grieving processes. You’ll foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for people of all faiths, build meaningful relationships with our community, and ensure every resident feels supported spiritually and emotionally.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and coordinating regular worship services, Bible studies, and seasonal celebrations (Advent, Lent, All Saints Sunday)
• Providing individual spiritual care and counseling for residents and families
• Supporting grief and end-of-life transitions in collaboration with Social Services and hospice
• Offering inclusive spiritual support, including coordinating Catholic sacraments and interfaith connections
• Building relationships with local clergy and faith communities
• Participating in funerals, memorials, and special services upon request
• Working closely with the Lutheran Foundation for the Aging (LFA), who oversees this role

Please note: Primary spiritual support for team members is provided by Marketplace Chaplains. Your role focuses on spiritual care for residents and families.

What you will need:

• A heart for ministry and a calling to serve the elderly, including those experiencing dementia
• Experience in chaplaincy, pastoral care, or congregational ministry
• Comfort ministering to individuals from a variety of religious backgrounds
• Ability to deliver compassionate, accessible sermons and lead inclusive worship
• Flexibility to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays based on residents' needs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ordained Lutheran pastor (ELCA or LCMS) (preferred)