Spiritual Life Coordinator

Episcopal Retirement Homes, Inc; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous PTO

Health Savings Account

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

403B

Discounted Meals

Internal Promotions

PayActiv

Tickets at Work

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Episcopal Retirement Services seeks a compassionate Spiritual Life Coordinator to foster spiritual wellness for residents in Cincinnati area Affordable Living communities. You will plan enrichment activities, lead worship and devotional programs, and connect residents with faith resources.

The role emphasizes inclusive care, collaboration with churches, and support for life transitions, illness, and grief. This position offers a culture of service, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Ministry, Theology, Religious Studies, Human Services, Social Work, Gerontology, or related field.
• Experience in ministry, chaplaincy, congregational leadership, spiritual care, senior services, or community engagement preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse faith traditions and backgrounds.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Flexible hours and teamwork with residents, family, volunteers, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate regular spiritual enrichment opportunities for residents.
• Lead worship services, prayer gatherings, Bible studies, devotional programs, and seasonal faith-based celebrations.
• Provide inclusive opportunities for meditation, reflection, and spiritual growth.
• Coordinate spiritual observances and special events throughout the year.
• Offer compassionate spiritual support during transitions, illness, grief, or loneliness.
• Support programs that promote relationships, fellowship, and community connection.
• Develop and maintain relationships with churches and faith-based organizations nearby.
• Collaborate with ERS staff and external partners to strengthen spiritual care networks.
• Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of spiritual wellness programming.

Skills

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Flexibility

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Empathy for elders

Vaccination compliance

Education

Ministry/ Theology degree

Human Services / Social Work

Gerontology

Job description

Spiritual Life Coordinator – Affordable Living

Position: Spiritual Life Coordinator Location: Cincinnati, OH Job Id: 3460 # of Openings: 1

Are you looking for a great culture and an opportunity to grow with an organization? Episcopal Retirement Services has been votes one of Cincinnati's TOP EMPLOYERS for 17 years running and we are hiring passionate professionals. To learn more about ERS and our award-winning culture: https://blog.episcopalretirement.com/17-years-twp When you love what you do, it shows! Episcopal Retirement Services has an award-winning culture and a robust mix of available benefits and perks that may include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• Generous PTO
• Health Savings Account
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 403B
• Discounted Meals
• Internal Promotions
• PayActiv
• Tickets at Work
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program

Position Purpose

The Spiritual Life Coordinator is responsible for fostering spiritual wellness among residents by creating opportunities for faith expression, spiritual growth, reflection, and meaningful connection. This position serves as a key member of the Affordable Living Resident Support team and supports the organization’s commitment to whole-person wellness by integrating spiritual care into the resident experience in the Cincinnati area Affordable Living communities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Ministry, Theology, Religious Studies, Human Services, Social Work, Gerontology, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in ministry, chaplaincy, congregational leadership, spiritual care, senior services, or community engagement preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse faith traditions and backgrounds.
• Able and willing to work flexible hours
• Be supportive of team and process based organizational culture.
• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in the English language.
• Able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the essential functions of the position can be fully met.
• Able to relate to and work with the elderly, emotionally upset, and at times, hostile people within the community.
• Able and willing to work independently with flexibility and integrity, as well as effectively and harmoniously with team members, residents, family members, volunteers, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Has a passion for working with elders.
• Must be fully up-to-date with required vaccinations.

As a Spiritual Life Coordinator you can expectto:

• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate regular spiritual enrichment opportunities for residents.
• Lead or coordinate worship services, prayer gatherings, Bible studies, devotional programs, and seasonal faith-based celebrations.
• Provide opportunities for meditation, reflection, and spiritual growth that are inclusive and welcoming to residents of diverse backgrounds.
• Coordinate spiritual observances and special events throughout the year.
• Offer compassionate spiritual support and encouragement to residents experiencing life transitions, illness, grief, loneliness, or other challenges.
• Support programs that promote meaningful relationships, fellowship, and community connection among residents.
• Develop and maintain relationships with churches, congregations, and faith-based organizations located near Affordable Living communities.
• Facilitate partnerships that expand opportunities for worship, fellowship, transportation to services, and resident engagement.
• Respond to resident requests for spiritual care and support, as appropriate given resources.
• Collaborate with ERS staff, Diocese clergy and other external partners to strengthen the department’s spiritual care network.
• Assist in evaluating the effectiveness and impact of spiritual wellness programming.
• Support departmental goals and initiatives related to resident wellness and quality of life.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and special projects as assigned.
• Coordinate volunteer involvement from local faith communities.
• Connect residents with clergy, chaplains, congregational leaders, or other spiritual resources when additional support is desired.

Episcopal Retirement Services is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

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