Reporting to the manager of Mission Engagement and Chaplaincy, as part of the Mission, Ethics, Research, and Reconciliation department, you will have two roles: Spiritual Care Facilitator and Spiritual Care Provider. In your role of facilitator, you will invite faith communities' participation in the religious life of the resident community, oversee the Pastoral Care Volunteer Program, and participate in the GSS/GSC pastoral care community. In your role of provider, you will meet the religious and spiritual needs of residents and staff, offer end of life spiritual care and ethics leadership. As a Chaplain, you will have the ability to build relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and staff. You understand the complexities of bio-ethical issues and work effectively within the interdisciplinary care team. In this position, it is essential to appreciate and support the variety of faith traditions in our multi-cultural society.
This position will be working out of three (3) sites:
- Lee Crest - 989 1st Street East, Cardston
- Garden Vista - 37 East 2nd Ave North, Magrath
- Prairie Ridge - 328 Broadway South, Raymond
Educational and other Qualifications
- Masters Degree from a recognized Christian theological institution or work equivalent
- Ordination/Consecration preferred
- Two units of Supervised Pastoral Education (CPE or PCE)
- Good standing & endorsement within your denomination
Work Experience
- Experience in health care facility preferred
- Intermediate level user of MS Office Suite
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Effective interpersonal skills with an ability to deal effectively with conflict in a diplomatic and professional manner
- Adept at written and oral communication with internal and external customers
- Exhibit an open and sincere approach by demonstrating respect and compassion for everyone equally
- Maintain an individual's dignity and self-worth during conversations
- Excellent active listening skills
- Demonstrate flexibility by changing routine to accommodate client/resident needs
- Must have the ability to work in ministry with people living with a variety of conditions and cognitive impairments
Who we are:
At The Good Samaritan Society, Good Samaritan Canada, and Good Samaritan Delta View Care Centre, we believe that our employees are our number one asset. Since 1949, we have been providing excellence in complex/long term care, assisted/supportive living, and other specialized care services for the elderly and those with developmental and physical support requirements. We could not do what we do without our dedicated and committed employees.
What we can offer you:
- Work/life balance
- Learning and development opportunities
- Competitive wages
- Pension and benefits for eligible employees
- Paid vacation time for eligible employees
- Discounted services with many of our local businesses
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Employee recognition events
Other Requirements:
- A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and if applicable a Vulnerable Sector Check that has been obtained no more than 90 calendar days prior to the hire date.
- A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.
Diversity-Equity-Inclusion
The Good Samaritan Society and Good Samaritan Canada is committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation in the workplace at all levels of the organization, as well as in the delivery of our services. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
*Good Samaritan Society celebrated our 75th Anniversary in 2024.
*Good Samarian is a 2024 Alberta Continuing Care Association award recipient for Innovator of the Year
*Good Samaritan is a 2023 Canadian HR award recipient for Excellence for Diversity and Inclusion
*Good Samaritan is a 2023 Canadian College of Health Leaders award recipient for Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion
How to apply:
- Visit us online at www.gss.org at join our team
We thank all applicants, however only candidates under consideration will be contacted for an interview.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: $31.78-$37.87 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Raymond, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada? (Yes or No)
Education:
- Master's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Two units of Supervised Pastoral Education (CPE or PCE): 1 year (preferred)
- chaplain: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Ordination/Consecration preferred (preferred)
Work Location: In person
