About this opportunity
Frederick Living lists this Director of Pastoral Services opportunity in zieglersville, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Director of Pastoral Services
About Frederick Living
Frederick Living has evolved into a community that thrives on purpose, opportunity and living life to its fullest. While others in our market space talk about seniors and retirement, here we talk about people and opportunity. Our heritage, mission and core values play a fundamental role as they ground us in the present and shape our future.
Discover Frederick Living’s benefits and how you can experience Life with Purpose™
Health Insurance
401k program with company match
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Referral Bonus Program
Compassion and Relief Fund
Wellness Programs
At Frederick Living the Director of Chaplaincy provides spiritual and emotional care to a spiritually diverse senior living community engaging the broader church and clergy to enrich the lives of residents and team members of all or no faith.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in theology, pastoral ministries or like area of concentration
Experience in pastoral leadership within a congregation
At least 1 (2 or 3 preferred) units of Clinical Pastoral Education
Must be able to minister in an inter-denominational capacity and be able to love and understand older adults.
Flexibility for occasional extended hours or weekends.
Valid driver’s license preferred.
Job Competencies
Conflict Facilitation: Be available to provide mediation in the event of conflict
Interpersonal Sensitivity: Aware of self in relationship with others; how you relate to others and how others feel in relationship with you
Confidentiality: Treating all information about residents, their conditions, situations, needs, and family information as confidential matter.
Compliance: Abides by current laws and organizational policies and procedures designed and implemented to promote an environment which is free of sexual harassment and other forms of illegal discriminatory behavior in the workplace. Complies with established policies and procedures and maintains established standards and practices including the Compliance Program/Code of Conduct.
Essential Job Functions
Plan and lead worship services, prayer opportunities, memorial services, Bible or spiritual studies, and other appropriate gatherings. (The Director of Pastoral Services shall conduct an interdenominational service of Holy Communion.)
Coordinate visiting clergy, congregations, musicians, speakers, volunteers, and other spiritual-care partners as appropriate.
Develop trusting relationships with residents through regular presence, conversation, visitation, and pastoral care.
Provide individual spiritual and emotional support to residents experiencing illness, grief, loss, loneliness, transition, family concerns, or other significant life events.
Provide spiritual support and presence for residents and families during end-of-life experiences.
Visit residents during times of hospitalization.
Facilitate spiritual and emotional support groups, including bereavement and grief support groups, in response to the needs of the community
Communicates regularly with supporting churches, ministries and other APG pastoral care leadership
Oversee requests and the distribution process for the Employee Compassion and Relief Fund
Contribute to creating and maintaining a work climate that encourages positive team member moral, motivation and commitment to the mission of the organization.
Attends all mandatory in-service training programs and required meetings relevant to the position.
Complies with regulatory agency standards and applicable policies and procedures
Complies with safety and infection control protocols in all aspects of the job
Perform other duties as required
Why You’ll Love Working at Frederick Living
At Frederick Living, you’ll be part of a compassionate, purpose-driven team. As the Director of Chaplaincy, you’ll make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and team members.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Frederick Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.
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