chaplain

Mission:
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Chaplain is responsible for providing a variety of
services to ensure the spiritual and religious needs of the Residents are met.
Key Responsibilities:
• To assist in the development of goals and objectives and policies and procedures for the
pastoral care services;
• To ensure pastoral care services are delivered in a manner that is keeping with the
resident's needs and expectations;
• To monitor, evaluate and continuously improve the quality of pastoral care services
provided;
• To ensure that services are delivered in a manner that respects choice, consent and
customer satisfaction;
• To coordinate, select, orient, and evaluate other pastoral service providers for the
facility;
• To act as a resource for education, counseling, and advocacy to residents, families, and
staff;
• To question, contribute, and give advice on ethical issues of the home, residents, or
staff;
• To assess the spiritual and religious needs of each resident which in turn will form the
framework for the services offered;
• To incorporate the following services for residents: Ecumenical church services,
Communion, Denominational services by clergy from specific faith, Non-denominational
memorial service for residents, family, staff and volunteers, Ministerial visiting program,
Prayer group, Reading or study groups, Special services for residents with cognitive
impairments, Spiritual counseling, Off site religious / spiritual outings, Celebration of
festivals and holy days for all faiths represented, Community worship within the facility;
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);
• Uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to
ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct;
• Complete other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Completion of post secondary education
• Post graduate education relevant to spiritual and religious care
• Endorsement by the multi-faith Council for Spiritual and Religious Care
• 3 to 5 years experience with seniors
• Trained or experienced in multi-faith programming
• Second language consistent with the resident population is an asset
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check
(including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one
What Extendicare has to offer:
At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to
reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and
recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the
lives of others through your work.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package.
Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada.
Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our
home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health
care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified
and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care
and by our vision

Time Type:

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.