Parkshore - Chaplain I

transformingage; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work/Life Balance with flexible shifts

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits: Medical, Dental, V

Job summary

Parkshore Madison Park in Seattle seeks a Chaplain I to provide spiritual support and pastoral care for residents and families within a caring retirement community. The role emphasizes addressing diverse beliefs, fostering spiritual wellness, and supporting end-of-life transitions.

The position involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, budgeting for supplies and events, and building community contacts for counseling and grief support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Divinity preferred, or comparable degree/ministry certification.
• Education as ordained clergy in good standing with a recognized faith tradition and show endorsement.
• Knowledge, experience, and respect for all faiths that may be practiced in community.
• Four units of CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) highly preferred.
• Ability to continue education and vocational training in an ongoing manner.
• Willing and able to assist residents of all faiths in meeting their spiritual needs.
• Pastoral, counseling, and advising skills, with training and experience in geriatrics preferred.
• Ability to engage with diverse populations.
• First aid certification required in some communities/affiliates per state/local guidelines.
• Completion of a background check. May require drug screen, physical, fingerprint, and TB test per state/local guidelines (e.g. Title 22).

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual support and pastoral care to the residents/families, recognizing, respecting and addressing the diversity of spiritual beliefs and practices within the community.
• Provide avenues for residents to explore and strengthen their spiritual wellness in all areas.
• Provide moral and spiritual support for residents and families during the end-of-life transition period.
• to honor residents who have died and bereavement support as they deal with their collective loss.
• Participate with interdisciplinary teams to develop holistic care and support for residents, especially as they require higher levels of care.
• Develop budget for needed supplies, events, and services.
• Develop community contacts in order to refer residents and staff (when requested) regarding counseling, grief support, or other special needs (AA, LGBTQ, etc.)
• Perform other duties as assigned or may be necessary in an organization having overlapping roles and responsibilities.

Job description

Location

Parkshore Madison Park

1630 43rd Ave E

Seattle WA 98112

Parkshore is a lakefront retirement community located in Seattle's picturesque Madison Park neighborhood. Our dedication to our residents is matched only by our passion for our team, and we are currently growing! As a Transforming Age community, Parkshore is comprised of dedicated and caring people who have a strong desire to enrich the lives of older adults and our team members. Come learn more about us at https://transformingage.org/community/parkshore , and find your happy place here!

Why Parkshore?

• Work/Life Balance: We have multiple shifts and flexible schedules


• Competitive pay


• Excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Retirement for our full time team members, as well as Generous Paid Time Off and other unique perks for full-time and part-time team members!


• A culture of FUN and commitment to the care of our residents, our communities and each other


• Your opinion matters: We share ideas, we listen and work together to make great things happen

We have an amazing opportunity for a Parkshore - Chaplain I to join our team!

The rate of pay for this role is $30- $40 DOE.

Our Chaplains:

• Provide spiritual support and pastoral care to the residents/families, recognizing, respecting and addressing the diversity of spiritual beliefs and practices within the community.


• Provide avenues for residents to explore and strengthen their spiritual wellness in all areas.


• Provide moral and spiritual support for residents and families during the end-of-life transition period.


• to honor residents who have died and bereavement support as they deal with their collective loss.


• Participate with interdisciplinary teams to develop holistic care and support for residents, especially as they require higher levels of care.


• Develop budget for needed supplies, events, and services.


• Develop community contacts in order to refer residents and staff (when requested) regarding counseling, grief support, or other special needs (AA, LGBTQ, etc.)


• Perform other duties as assigned or may be necessary in an organization having overlapping roles and responsibilities.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Divinity preferred, or comparable degree/ministry certification.


• Education as ordained clergy in good standing with a recognized faith tradition and show endorsement.


• Knowledge, experience, and respect for all faiths that may be practiced in community.


• Four units of CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) highly preferred.


• Ability to continue education and vocational training in an ongoing manner.


• Willing and able to assist residents of all faiths in meeting their spiritual needs.


• Pastoral, counseling, and advising skills, with training and experience in geriatrics preferred.


• Ability to engage with diverse populations.


• First aid certification required in some communities/affiliates per state/local guidelines.


• Completion of a background check. May require drug screen, physical, fingerprint, and TB test per state/local guidelines (e.g. Title 22).