Parkshore - Chaplain I

Parkshore Chaplain I

Parkshore is a lakefront retirement community located in Seattle's picturesque Madison Park neighborhood. Our dedication to our residents is matched only by our passion for our team, and we are currently growing! As a Transforming Age community, Parkshore is comprised of dedicated and caring people who have a strong desire to enrich the lives of older adults and our team members.

Come learn more about us, and find your happy place here!

Why Parkshore?

• Work/Life Balance:
  We have multiple shifts and flexible schedules
• Competitive pay
• Excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Retirement for our full time team members, as well as Generous Paid Time Off and other unique perks for full-time and part-time team members!
• A culture of FUN and commitment to the care of our residents, our communities and each other
• Your opinion matters:
  We share ideas, we listen and work together to make great things happen

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Chaplain to join our team! This role is a vital part in the care of our residents and to be a valued member of our community! We look forward to learning more about how, together, we can Transform the Perception of Age!

Our Chaplains lead by example, help drive a positive culture, and are responsible for providing services of worship, counsel, religious text study, and offer spiritual support and advice to a diverse population of senior adults living independently, in assisted living, or in a health care center.

Our Chaplains:

• Provide spiritual support and pastoral care to the residents/families, recognizing, respecting and addressing the diversity of spiritual beliefs and practices within the community.
• Provide avenues for residents to explore and strengthen their spiritual wellness in all areas.
• Provide moral and spiritual support for residents and families during the end-of-life transition period.
• Honor residents who have died and provide bereavement support as they deal with their collective loss.
• Participate with interdisciplinary teams to develop holistic care and support for residents, especially as they require higher levels of care.
• Develop budget for needed supplies, events, activities, and services.
• Develop community contacts in order to refer residents and staff (when requested) regarding counseling, grief support, or other special needs (AA, LGBTQ, etc.)
• Perform other duties as assigned or may be necessary in an organization having overlapping roles and responsibilities.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Divinity preferred, or comparable degree/ministry certification.
• Education as ordained clergy in good standing with a recognized faith tradition and show endorsement.
• Knowledge, experience, and respect for all faiths that may be practiced in community.
• Four units of CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) highly preferred.
• Ability to continue education and vocational training in an ongoing manner.
• Willing and able to assist residents of all faiths in meeting their spiritual needs.
• Pastoral, counseling, and advising skills, with training and experience in geriatrics preferred.
• Ability to engage with diverse populations.
• First aid certification required in some communities/affiliates per state/local guidelines.
• Completion of a background check. May require drug screen, physical, fingerprint, and TB test per state/local guidelines (e.g. Title 22)