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General Chaplain Positions
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Last Entry November 9, 2009 |
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Organization: Wisconsin Army National Guard, Madison, WI Position: Chaplain and Candidates (part-time) Job Description: Commissioned Army officer. Spiritual counselor. Religious leader. As a Chaplain in the Wisconsin Army National Guard, you're the pillar of spiritual strength and well-being for Soldiers and their families, bringing them closer to God in times of need, providing advice in matters pertaining to religion, morals and morale, preparing them for difficult challenges ahead and counseling when those tough times arise. You are there through life's blessings and trials weddings, births, funerals, couples therapy, grief counseling and more. Serving in the National Guard has so many benefits education, adventure, personal growth it's easy to forget it's also a job and a ministry. Chaplains consult and assist in matters including: Suicide prevention, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Marriage and relationship enhancement, Clinical pastoral education (for hospital chaplains), Overseeing religious ministries, including workshops, counseling sessions, religious education and special events, Officiating at military functions, funerals, memorials and other ceremonies, Providing religious ministry to a variety of armed service personnel and civilians from foreign nations and agencies. Chaplains are non-combatant and don't carry weapons. Security is provided by a Chaplain Assistant, who also assists with the administrative aspects of the ministry and carries a weapon. Chaplain Candidates, you don't have to wait until graduation to join the Army National Guard chaplaincy. Training to be a Chaplain in the Guard while simultaneously training for the civilian ministry, lets you earn a substantial paycheck while greatly adding to your education and experiences. Candidate Description: You must be U.S. citizen by birth or naturalized, pass a physical exam, and be between 21 and 42 years old, an ecclesiastical endorsement and a qualifying Masters level degree in Theology. Additionally, Chaplain Candidates will need to be fulltime student in seminary. Truly successful individuals will also be or a desire to become self-disciplined, taking initiative, confident, intelligent, physically fit, the ability to perform under pressure, leadership, the ability to make decisions quickly and complete missions and respect for subordinates. Contact: Captain Daniel Kahlhamer Phone: 608-242-3176 Email: daniel.kahlhamer@us.army.mil Web: nationalguard.com/explore/chaplain/index.php Date Received: 9 November 2009 |
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Organization: Boy Scout Summer Camp, Tomahawk Scout Reservation, Birchwood, Wisconsin Position: Protestant Chaplain Job Description: 1. Scouting experience preferred. 2. Serve youth and their adult leaders in a camping environment. 3. Maintain mature views on the place, function and purpose of religious values in life. 4. Demonstrate an ability to cooperate and get along with other camp staff. 5. Have and show respect for the religious convictions of others. 6. Serve as a counselor. 7. Able to relate to youth and adults in friendly and creative ways. 8. Able to communicate effectively with youth and adults. 9. Able to lead a Protestant worship service effectively. 10. Guide campers in their own spiritual growth. 11. Participate in a paid camp chaplain-training program prior to the summer camping season and staff training program the week prior to the start of camp. Contact: Kirk Heimstead or Jim Forrest Phone: 651-254-9130 (Kirk) or 612-332-3551 (Jim) Email: jforrest@fbcminneapolis.org (Jim) Date Received: 5 November 2009 |
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Organization: Henry Ford Hospital (Main Campus-Detroit), Detroit, MI 48224 Position: Chaplain, Spiritual Support Services Job Description: Provide a collaborative and inclusive approach to pastoral care by ministering holistically to the spiritual needs of patients, their families, medical staff and administration. Full-time 40 hours/Rotating shifts. Weekends & holidays may be required (flexibility is essential). Candidate Description: Masters degree in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, Religious studies or related field and four units of Clinical Pastoral Education and Certification through NACC or ACPE is required. At least five years experience in pastoral care ministry in a hospital and/or hospice care setting. Excellent organizational, supervisory and management skills preferred. Contact: Bronwyn Davis Phone: 313-874-3609 Email: BDavis1@hfhs.org Web: www.henryfordcareers.com Date Received: 24 September 2009 |
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Organization: Henry Ford Health System (Main Campus-Detroit), 2799 W. Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48224 Position: Supervisor, Spiritual Support Services Job Description: Supervising and coordinating the efforts of a team of pastoral care providers, both paid and volunteer. Provide a collaborative and inclusive approach to pastoral care by ministering holistically to the spiritual needs of patients, their families, medical staff and administration. Full-time 40 hours/Rotating shifts. Weekends & holidays may be required (flexibility is essential). Candidate Description: Masters degree in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, Religious studies or related field and four units of Clinical Pastoral Education and Certification through NACC or ACPE is required. At least five years experience in pastoral care ministry in a hospital and/or hospice care setting. Excellent organizational, supervisory and management skills preferred. Contact: Bronwyn Davis Phone: 313-874-3609 Email: BDavis1@hfhs.org Web: www.henryfordcareers.com Date Received: 22 September 2009 |
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Church: Pres House, 731 State St., Madison, WI 53703 Position: College Chaplain Internship Job Description: Pres House seeks to be a home at the heart of the University-Wisconsin, Madison campus. Through worship, small groups, service opportunities, housing, and other creative outreach, we seek to be a home where we experience the grace of Jesus Christ, explore God's desire for our lives, and are led out into the world by the Holy Spirit. The College Chaplain Intern (CI) provides spiritual leadership at Pres House while receiving support and mentoring by the Pres House pastoral staff. The ministry of the CI is largely one of presence (the person will live on-site in a private apartment). He or she will support and mentor residents and members of the Pres House community at large. For full job description and application, go to www.preshouse.org Candidate Description: This position requires a person who has excellent interpersonal skills, who is creative and takes initiative, and who has the ability to work with a diverse constituency. The ideal candidate will be: a committed Christian a friendly, outgoing person who loves to spend time with college students a strong team player with skills in collaborative leadership a person who is considering a seminary education (or already completed) and future ministry in the church enthusiastic about the mission and vision of Pres House. Contact: Rev. Erica Liu Phone: 608-216-7313 Email: erica@preshouse.org Web: www.preshouse.org Date Received: 11 February 2009 |
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Organization: Medium-sized hospital in Arizona Position: Director of Spiritual Care Job Description: The incumbent is primarily accountable for the planning, implementation and operation of the department in order to meet the needs of the organization. The Director will provide leadership and expertise in the management of the department. Accountable for human resource management, financial management, and quality management for department and programs within incumbent's responsibility in support of the mission, vision and strategic objectives of the hospital. Candidate Description: Education Required: Master of Divinity from an ATS Accredited Seminary. Certified as an ACPE Supervisor by the Association of Clinical Pastoral Education, Inc. Ordained and endorsed by a religious/faith group. Education Preferred: Doctorate of Divinity. Experience Required: Three (3) years as an ACPE supervisor in a Medical Center Five (5) years preferred. Contact: Bob Murphy Phone: 800-975-8194 x2 Email: bob.murphy@insourcestrategies.com Date Received: 17 November 2008 |
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Organization: The United States Army Position: Chaplain Candidate (full time or part time) Job Description: The United States Army is in need of highly-qualified applicants for the position of "Chaplain Candidate." As a Chaplain Officer you will have a ministry to men and women in uniform spanning the globe. Your ministry doesn’t stop there. You will not only minister to Soldiers, but their families as well. You will be a preacher, teacher, counselor while also serving as an Army Officer. The Army Chaplaincy differs from that of traditional ministry. The focus of the Army Chaplain Corp is to have “A Ministry of Presence”. Unlike traditional Pastoral ministry you will “go to work” everyday with your Soldiers, giving you a unique opportunity for an unparalleled depth of ministry, to the men and women who give their lives to serve the United States of America. Serving God as a Pastor, Rabbi, Imam, or Priest will require you to develop your ministerial skills in seminary and make application of those skills among the community of the faithful. The Army offers the opportunity to learn pastoral skills that will enhance your seminary and pastoral experiences. The Active Duty Army offers a plethora of benefits unrivaled in the civilian world, such as paid vacation, comprehensive medical care, retirement plans, life insurance, and more. While attending seminary, Chaplain Candidates may apply for tuition assistance through the U.S. Army Reserve. You may be eligible for up to 100% of the tuition costs, up to $250 per credit hour with a maximum cap of $4500 per year. This program requires service of at least four years in a U.S. Army Reserve unit once you become a qualified Chaplain. You do not need to wait until ordination to join the Army Chaplaincy. By joining the Army Reserve Chaplain Candidate Program, you will get a head start on Army Chaplain training, as well as all the benefits of being an Army Officer while still in seminary. Few job opportunities of this nature exist for those who have not yet garnered their Masters-level degree. To be eligible for this program, you must: Obtain an ecclesiastical approval from your denomination or faith group; Educationally, you must: Possess a baccalaureate degree of not less than 120 semester hours; Be a full-time graduate student at an accredited seminary or theological school; Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident; Be able to receive a favorable background check; Pass a physical exam. Contact: Chaplain Recruiter Phone: 1-866-684-1571 (Someone will be ready and able to answer any questions and guide you through the application process. Please let him know that you viewed this job posting in order to expedite the process.) Date Received: 4/18/08 |
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Organization: The United States Army Position: Chaplain (full time or part time) Job Description: The United States Army is in need of highly-qualified applicants for the position of "Chaplain." You can join a team of spiritual leaders that dates back to the days of General George Washington. It has never been more important than Right Now to answer the call to serve God and Country. Is God calling you for such a time as this? As a Chaplain Officer you will have a ministry to men and women in uniform spanning the globe. Your ministry doesn’t stop there. You will not only minister to Soldiers, but their families as well. You will be a preacher, teacher, counselor while also serving as an Army Officer. The Army Chaplaincy differs from that of traditional ministry. The focus of the Army Chaplain Corp is to have “A Ministry of Presence”. Unlike traditional Pastoral ministry you will “go to work” everyday with your Soldiers, giving you a unique opportunity for an unparalleled depth of ministry, to the men and women who give their lives to serve the United States of America. Serving God as a Pastor, Rabbi, Imam, or Priest will require you to further develop your ministerial skills, and make application of those skills among the community of the faithful. Whether you desire to serve part-time in the Army Reserve or full time as an Active Duty Chaplain you will reap the blessing of serving both God and Country. As an Army Active Duty Chaplain you will also receive a plethora of benefits unrivaled in the civilian world. Additional benefits include Advanced Civilian Education. Selected full-time Chaplains are sent to institutions of higher education to get a master's degree in areas such as Ethics, World Religions, Family Life and Resource Management. To be eligible for this program, you must: Obtain an ecclesiastical approval from your denomination or faith group; Educationally, you must: Possess a Masters level degree of not less than 72 semester hours; Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident; Be able to receive a favorable background check; Pass a physical exam. Contact: Chaplain Recruiter Phone: 1-866-684-1571 (Someone will be ready and able to answer any questions and guide you through the application process. Please let him know that you viewed this job posting in order to expedite the process.) Date Received: 4/18/08 |
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Organization: Army Chaplain Ministry, 30701 Berry Creek Dr., Georgetown, TX, 78628 Position: Army Chaplain, Active Duty or Reserves Job Description: The Army Chaplain is a pastor in boots. The average Battalion (starting point in ministry) is 275 to 450 Young Adults who are mostly age 18 to 26, with 60% being married, and so congregations have several little children as well. The majority of the people know Jesus Christ as Lord and so there is a great opportunity to Disciple, as well as a great opportunity for outreach. Chaplain Benefits include: Innovative Ministry that is well supported, Competitive Salary, and Reasonable Housing and Subsistence Allowances. Possibility of a Year of Funded Clinical Pastoral Education after the third year of Active service and a year of Funded Graduate School between 10th to 12th year of service. Continuing Education in Suicide Prevention, Marriage Preparation and Enrichment, Family Ministry Help. Low cost Insurance, Medical and Dental Plans, Great Retirement Benefits, 30 Days Annual Vacation, Free Travel for soldier and family on Government Aircraft, Commissioned as a First Lieutenant; Active Duty Chaplains are considered for Captain after 6 months and after two years in the Army Reserves. Chaplain Candidate Benefits include the following: No Army obligations during the Academic Year - the Army wants the student to do their best; The Chaplain Candidate is Commissioned as a Second Lieutenant; The student may receive $4,500 Tuition Assistance each year; In the summer the Chaplain Candidate attends the Chaplain Officer Basic Course at Fort Jackson, SC. Candidate Description: Qualifications for Reserve or Active Duty Chaplains are as follows: 1. US Citizen or Green Card Holder; 2. Under age 47 unless prior service in Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force or Coast Guard; 3. Able to pass a Physical Examination; 4. Meet the Army height and weight standards; 5. A Masters Degree in Theology or Religion of at least 72 hours from an Accredited School. Chaplain Candidate Qualifications: 1. A student at an Accredited Theological School; 2. Must be Commissioned before 43rd Birthday; 3. See 2-4 under Chaplain Qualifications. Contact: Paul F. Howe, Chaplain (Colonel) USA (Retired) Phone: 512-864-2281 Email: paulfhowe@aol.com Date Received: 01/03/08 |
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