Senior Chaplain: Lead, Train & Oversee Worship Programs

State of Florida; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition-Free college courses

Paid time off

Job summary

The Florida Department of Corrections seeks a Senior Chaplain at Lowell Correctional Institution to lead chaplaincy services, oversee worship programs, and provide pastoral care to inmates, staff and families.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in theology or related field, ordination, and ministerial experience; duties include training staff, coordinating volunteers, and ensuring inclusive, bias-free spiritual care in a correctional setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in theology, religion, education, or related social/behavioral sciences.
• Or four years of professional experience as a clergyperson.
• Ordination or formal investment with ministerial authority.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train chaplaincy staff and volunteers with inclusivity and policy compliance.
• Plan, develop, schedule, and supervise worship, religious education, and events.
• Provide pastoral care to inmates and crisis support.

Skills

Leadership

Pastoral care

Volunteer management

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Ordination

Job description

The Florida Department of Corrections seeks a Senior Chaplain at Lowell Correctional Institution to lead chaplaincy services, oversee worship programs, and provide pastoral care to inmates, staff and families.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in theology or related field, ordination, and ministerial experience; duties include training staff, coordinating volunteers, and ensuring inclusive, bias-free spiritual care in a correctional setting.