Chaplain - SCI Greene

$58,035 - $88,235/Yr

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania

Full-time - Entry Level

Administration of Human Resource Programs

About the position

The Chaplain position at the State Correctional Institution at Greene involves providing spiritual and religious support to inmates of all faiths and no faith. The role focuses on administering faith-appropriate sacraments, conducting religious gatherings, and offering spiritual and grief counseling. The Chaplain plays a crucial role in promoting diversity and victim rights while working to reduce recidivism through meaningful engagement with inmates.

Responsibilities

• Serve inmates of all faiths and no faith by providing spiritual and religious support.
• Administer faith-appropriate sacraments, rites, and ceremonies for inmates.
• Conduct faith-specific primary religious gatherings for inmates.
• Supervise accommodations for inmates of other faiths.
• Conduct rounds to visit inmates in all areas of the facility.
• Provide spiritual and grief counseling for interested inmates.

Requirements

• Two years of professional pastoral experience and a bachelor's degree; or an equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of professional pastoral experience.
• Documentation from an officially sanctioned faith group stating authorization to conduct worship/sacred services.
• Completion of the Correctional Chaplains Training Course within six months of hire.
• Maintenance of credentials with an officially sanctioned faith group on an annual basis.
• One unit of clinical pastoral education or equivalent specialized training.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $58,035.00 to $88,235.00 annually.
• Full-time position with a structured work schedule.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on inmates' lives.