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Chaplain

Chaplain

Posted

March 6, 2025

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Type:

Part-time Exempt

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Supervisor:

CEO

The Chaplain will serve as the spiritual leader for Refuge of Hope Ministries, providing guidance, support, and spiritual care to guests and staff. The Chaplain will coordinate or lead devotions before meals, bible studies and offer pastoral counseling, and community outreach initiatives, promoting Refuge of Hope’s Christian vision and supporting clients' spiritual, emotional, and practical needs as they journey toward restoration and self-sufficiency.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of spiritual care for Refuge of Hope guests.
  • Coordinate or lead the daily devotionals before each meal.
  • Coordinate or lead multiple bible studies each week for Refuge of Hope guests.
  • Encourage and guide guests in their personal relationship with Jesus Christ through prayer, scripture reading and fellowship.
  • Provide one on one pastoral care to Refuge of Hope guests, offering guidance, prayer and emotional support through life’s challenges.
  • Provide follow-up care to shelter guests who have transitioned to independence.
  • Provide spiritual leadership and direction to Refuge of Hope staff and volunteers
  • Promote/maintain a Christian focus for men in the shelter
  • Practice/enforce Refuge of Hope’s mission/vision/core values
  • Perform other duties/responsibilities as requested

Special Requirements

Must have a demonstrated commitment and adherence to understanding and implementing the mission, vision, core values, and philosophy of Refuge of Hope. Chaplain and/or counseling background plus experience dealing with addiction, mental illness, poverty & homelessness desired. Must be able to work in an environment where clients could be confrontational and thus should have knowledge of de-escalation and conflict resolution techniques. Also must be able to multi-task and display a positive, non-judgmental attitude toward clients. A valid driver’s license and insurance for operating any Refuge of Hope vehicle is necessary.

Required Physical Functions

  • Walking
  • Standing
  • Lifting up to 50lbs
  • Sight
  • Hearing

Required Skills

  • Reading
  • Oral Communication Skills
  • Written Communication Skills
  • PC Skills

Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Required Experience

3-5 Years

Application