Chaplain, Spiritual Care & Activities
Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada
Part-Time
The Opportunity
At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. The Chaplain provides spiritual care and meaningful activities and programs that help residents of Maple Towers experience dignity, purpose, and belonging, and supports team members with spiritual and emotional care when requested.
About The Role
*This is a permanent part-time position, working 3 days per week, located at Maple Towers, our senior's rental community in Maple Ridge.
Inspired by the servant heart of Jesus, Baptist Housing provides caring communities where seniors live with dignity, purpose and belonging. As the Chaplain, you will offer compassionate, accessible spiritual care that respects the diverse backgrounds and beliefs of residents and families, including at end of life and in times of grief. You will also develop a varied, resident-directed calendar of activities, strengthen spiritual care through volunteers, faith leaders and community partners, and encourage the spiritual wellbeing of other team members. You will work in partnership with the Administrator and the Associate Vice President of Spiritual Care.
Key Responsibilities
Spiritual Care for Residents & Families
Lead or facilitate spiritual care programs such as worship, study, prayer, and fellowship based on residents’ needs and interests.
Activities Coordination
Team Support & Leadership
Relationships, Reporting & Safety
What You Bring
Education
Experience
Conditions of Employment
- Agreement with, and willingness to sign, Baptist Housing’s Statement of Faith as a condition of employment.
About You
You are a compassionate, genuine spiritual caregiver with a servant heart and a love for seniors. You offer a calm, intentional presence in times of crisis and provide care with sensitivity to religious and cultural diversity, addressing spiritual concerns from a Biblical perspective without proselytizing. You are organized and self-motivated, with proven skill in planning and evaluating programs, and solid skills in MS Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, and SharePoint. You are a strong communicator and teacher who builds positive relationships at all levels, adapts to shifting priorities, and protects the confidentiality of residents and team members. Most importantly, you align with Baptist Housing’s values, demonstrating compassion, integrity, and a commitment to servant leadership.
Compensation
We offer a competitive and well-rounded compensation package, including:
Baptist Housing Careers
Our Promise to You!
At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. Joining Baptist Housing means becoming a part of a committed and compassionate team that strives to create a warm and relational community where you can confidently bring your whole self to work, knowing that your contributions are valued and recognized. Our people and our values are what set us apart, and together we make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.
Why Work at Baptist Housing?
- Meaningful Service: Your work matters! You can make a real impact on the lives of our residents. Your role is both fulfilling and purposeful.
- Supportive & Fun Community: We're more than colleagues. Experience a supportive, safe and fun environment where we take our work seriously, but not ourselves.
- Recognition & Appreciation: Experience appreciation events and receive recognition awards through our team programs
