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Who We AreThe Salvation Army has served people in need for more than 130 years across Canada and Bermuda. Each year we help more than 2 million people by providing food, clothing, shelter and support for those facing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs while living out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faithandvaluesbased organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life there is a place for everyone to belong here.Mission StatementThe Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.Job DescriptionPosition Purpose Summary: The Chaplain provides Christianbased pastoral care services within a youth home setting, in keeping with approved pastoral care practices. The incumbent is responsible for facetoface caregiving, teaching the bible, building community, and conversations about God & prayer.AccountabilitiesThe Bethany Home Chaplain reports to the Lead Chaplain of Crossroads Residential Services.The incumbent may perform all, some, or similar duties to the listed below:Prays with and/or leads people to faith in Jesus Christ as opportunity permits.Provide youth with opportunities to access spiritual care support, including pastoral counselling and prayer.Plans and conducts creative pastoral care programs and activities (i.e., Creative worship services, Alpha course, bible study, sharing circle, etc.).Collaborate with team members to create and implement seasonal programs (i.e., summer garden, carpentry, outings, special events, Beaver Creek Camp events, Saskatoon Temple events, etc.).Build appropriate and professional relationships with youth, contributing to their spiritual development by engaging them in spiritual conversations (ongoing visits) or recreational activities in the house.Always provide youth with the highest level of care, respect, and compassion when providing support.Ensures that a proper Christian spiritual focus is applied to programs and initiatives.Collaborates with leadership and other spiritual and cultural care givers (external partners) for the benefit of Bethany Home and youth.Liaises with representatives of other faith communities as needed.Acts as a member of the case management team including intakes when required.Communicates with youth, families, staff and community agencies in a compassionate, empathetic and inspirational manner.Maintains written records/logs of activities (including activity reports and statistical information).Knows and acts in accordance with security procedures of The Salvation Army and Bethany Home to ensure safety and confidentiality of information.Maintains physical dcor and setup of pastoral care areas in collaboration with team members.Submit work orders to the Maintenance department as needed.May serve on Salvation Army Councils and Committees.Accompanying youth on shopping trips and outings as required.Performs other duties as assigned.Health & Safety (if applicable)Cooperate and participate fully in The Salvation Armys Occupational Health and Safety Program in order to maintain a safe work environment.Identify and immediately report hazards and incidents with the potential for injury to themselves or others to the Program Coordinator.Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Armys health and safety policies and procedures.Governance Boards and CouncilsInternal: Lead Chaplain, Program Coordinator, Assistant Program Coordinator, Indigenous Liaison, Counsellor, Direct Support Workers, YouthExternal: Ministry of Social Services, Faith partners, Health professionalsManagerial ResponsibilityReports directly to: Lead Chaplain, Crossroads Residential Services.Direct reports for this position: None.Financial and Materials ManagementMaterial: The Chaplain is responsible for all resources; gifts provided for youth and the physical environment of the office and program space.Financial: The Chaplain is involved in minor financial matters regularly, or on a relief basis, or has the responsibility for the wise use of his/her own resources. They may be authorized to spend, disburse, or collect small amounts of cash. The Chaplain has very little input into the annual budget.Working ConditionsThe Bethany Home Chaplain will be in a work environment that is consistent with youth group homes. The Chaplain will work under the following conditions:Dealing with mental health issues.Dealing with addiction issues.Crisis Situations.A wide variety of spiritual and cultural backgrounds.The Chaplain may have little to no travel required (local travel to and from different facilities).The performance of the job requires a moderate amount of standing, walking and assisting youth.Exposure to HazardsThe Chaplain may be exposed to the risk of minor to moderate injury or illness due to:Physical attacks by potentially violent youth.Exposure to infectious disease.Exposure to bodily fluids.Other potentially dangerous situations.Precautionary MeasuresThe Chaplain must take the following precautionary measures (in addition to health and safety rules):Universal precautions including hand wash with antibacterial soap.The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Armys Mission Statement, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.Education, Experience and QualificationsWillingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.Ability to provide an original copy of a Background Check including Vulnerable sector check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required, including Child Check (if appropriate).Education, Qualifications and CertificationsThe successful applicant will hold/have one or more of the following:Booth University College Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care program or equivalent.Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).Ordination with a church denomination or diocese.Completion of a formal postsecondary program of two academic years in Biblical and/or Theological studies.In addition, the applicant will be required to have the following:First Aid.Nonviolent Crisis intervention training or TCI training.Experience and KnowledgeThe ideal candidate must have:1+ years experience with at least one year experience in a spiritual care role in a social services setting, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience, may be considered.Solid knowledge of various theologies and faith backgrounds.Solid knowledge of spiritual care and/or pastoral counselling and an understanding of its application within the context of vulnerable youth.Skills and CapabilitiesAble to uphold the principles, values, and ethics of, and work within, the overall philosophy of The Salvation Army.Excellence in time and resource management, selfmotivated and disciplined.Excellent listening, interpersonal, and communication skills.Ability to interact collaboratively and professionally with youth, community agencies, and personnel.Providing guidance and compassionate care, while maintaining appropriate boundaries.Attention to detail, problemsolving and reasoning/analytical skills.Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality, and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.Able to proactively recognize potential risks and issues and respond with solutions.Caring person who demonstrates a nonjudgmental attitude and positive regard for all people.Competency in effective decisionmaking skills.Understand ethical behaviour and business practices and ensure that own behaviour and the behaviour of others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization.Adaptability: Demonstrate a willingness to be flexible, versatile and/or tolerant in a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency.CompensationThe target hiring range for this position is $20.75 to $25.94 with a maximum of $31.13. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.AccommodationThe Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you. #J-18808-Ljbffr