WDVA Chaplain (Religious Coordinator)

Chaplain (Religious Coordinator) Full-Time - Non-Permanent Washington Veterans Home Join our team and make a lasting impact on our Veteran residents and community! DVA is hiring a passionate Chaplain (Religious Coordinator) to provide spiritual care and religious services that uplift and support our Veteran residents and community at the Washington Veterans Home in Port Orchard, Washington.

Responsibilities not listed.

• Graduate degree from seminary accredited by the Association of Theological Schools and current certification by the Association of Clinical Pastoral Education or National Association of Catholic Chaplains
• Three (3) years of experience as an ordained minister, priest, or other religious leader such as rabbi, imam, Latter Day Saint bishop, or shaman or a nationally recognized faith
• Currently ordained and endorsed for chaplaincy by, and in good standing with, a nationally recognized religious body
• Must be proficient in the English language and be able to read, write, and speak English

• Plan weekly nondenominational church services for residents and community
• Plan and lead a weekly Bible study for residents
• Correspond with relatives, court officials, and friends of residents or patients on religious matters
• Work closely with professional staff to further treatment
• Minister to the ill and conduct funeral services for deceased patients, residents, of staff at the request of their families
• Arrange to provide sacred music at services as needed
• Perform hospital visits for residents as needed
• Obtain and distribute religious literature that is appropriate for the faiths represented
• Participate in scheduled activity groups
• Recruit volunteers who are able and willing to provide spiritual comfort to residents as needed
• Participate in Memorial Day, Veterans Day, Easter, and other special holiday events as directed

The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 725-2183. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.