Job ID: 2044 Chaplain Spiritual Care Practitioner

Other

August 28th, 2025
Thorold
Full time

Employer: Bethesda

Phone: 9056846918

Email: echarette@bethesdaservices.com

Closing Date: 09/30/2025

Description

As the leader in the developmental services sector, Bethesda Community Services is currently recruiting those interested in supporting adults, children and youth with developmental disabilities.
We envision ourselves as a community of support that inspires, encourages and empowers children, youth, and adults with special needs to live fulfilled lives. We value respect, diversity and inclusivity, collaboration and compassionate quality service.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Working to promote Bethesda’s mission, vision and values and quality services, the Chaplain Spiritual Care Practitioner will provide spiritual counselling, education and care primarily to individuals in service, at times caregivers may be included in these services. These services span across all three Departments at Bethesda: Children & Youth Services; Adult Services and Adult Clinical Services.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Using a Trauma informed approach, considers cognitive, emotional, spiritual, behavioural and developmental needs across the life span when providing services
Identifies how clients’ spiritual, religious, philosophical and cultural beliefs and values may inform treatment choices
Refers to additional professional or community-based services when appropriate, including the inter-professional care team, elders and religious leaders
Seeks to improve the quality of life by engaging individuals supported by Bethesda in various exercises and faith activities; examples may be engaging the individuals in discussions based on the faith of individuals; focusing on bible study, prayer, encouragement and personal growth.
Providing Trauma, Grief and Bereavement: prepare & provide bereavement supports to people supported by Bethesda programs which may also involve providing trainings & workshops
Spiritual Formation & Life Coaching by preparing and providing opportunities to connect with people supported about their spiritual life including: lead special Corporate chapel services at Christmas, Easter & Thanksgiving; prepare and lead mid-week Chapel services, as well as weekly bible studies/devotionals at various locations within and external to Bethesda, leading individuals in person and/or corporate worship sessions
Providing Critical Incident supports, with a faith based lens, to equip individuals to effectively manage and respond to high-stress, traumatic events focusing on crisis intervention, stress management and debriefing techniques
Leading funeral services, as well as provide bereavement support to individuals. Also provide bereavement support as a Community Services program. Trauma and crisis interventions/supports for individuals who have experienced trauma.
Increasing community involvement, inclusion & diversity by increasing connections for people in their faith communities
Play a lead role in the development and fostering of relationships and partnerships with various religious denominations to assist in supporting the faith of all individuals.
Delivers compassionate care to individuals and families honouring their diverse backgrounds and perspectives with sensitivity to Religious diversity
All other duties as assigned

Requirements

Current Certification as Certified Spiritual Care Practitioner with the Canadian Association for Spiritual Care (CASC), or in the process of completing certification or willingness to complete
Registration with a College of Registered Psychotherapist of Ontario or Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Worker or equivalent or working towards.
Master’s required for Chaplain 3, Chaplain 2-BA, Chaplain- Diploma
Minimum 5 years’ experience in Pastoral Care and Developmental Services preferred
Musical background is an asset
Leadership skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Valid Driver’s License
First Aid Training and CPR Certification
Safety Care certified
Excellent communication skills
Fluent in French is an asset.

Benefits

Why Join us?

Bethesda offers staff competitive wages, career advancement, First Aid and Safety Care training as well as the option of joining our HOOPP Pension Plan (https://hoopp.com/) and benefits.
We foster a culture that encourages continuous professional development and growth through tuition reimbursement on approved continuing education and reimbursement opportunities on position specific memberships and licenses.
We offer company perks such as retail and gym membership discounts, an Employee Assistance Program and a Bethesda Rewards Program
Free onsite parking

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