Chaplain

Job Description

Job Description

SpiriTrust Lutheran® serves five counties in southcentral Pennsylvania by providing residential living, assisted living, personal care, memory support and nursing and rehabilitation services in six life plan communities along with home care, in-home support, hospice services and palliative care. Our communities rank amongst the best, earning the award for “Best Senior Living” by U.S. News & World Report.

Our commitment to creating a positive and fulfilling work environment is grounded in our mission, values, and culture of considerate behavior core tenets. We are excited to invite you to apply and discover the many opportunities available to join the SpiriTrust Lutheran team. Come be a part of our team and ‘catch the spirit’ as you experience the rewards of working with our team!

SpiriTrust Lutheran is now hiring a Full-Time Day Chaplain. This position would support pastoral needs at both The Village at Luther Ridge (Chambersburg) and The Village at Gettysburg (Gettysburg).

Basic Qualifications

Education / Training : A Master’s degree from an accredited theological seminary; ordained or consecrated in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America normally required; will consider those rostered in full communion with the ELCA. Specialized pastoral care endorsement required or must successfully complete within three (3) years of appointment to position.

Skill(s) : Proficient reading, writing, grammar, and mathematics skills; proficient interpersonal relations and communication skills; moderate PC skills; demonstrated ability in dealing with people; knowledge of bereavement and grief counseling; valid driver's license.

Experience : A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a parish ministry is required for ordained candidates.

General Responsibilities

Responsible for providing pastoral care and ministry; coordinating work within the Community; reporting pertinent information to the Executive Director; responding to inquiries or requests from residents and other LSS staff, etc

SpiriTrust Lutheran is an Equal Opportunity Employer.