Senior Living Chaplain — Compassionate Spiritual Care

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

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.