Chaplain Resident - Presbyterian Homes & Services : Job Details

Presbyterian Homes is looking for a compassionate and spiritually grounded Chaplain Resident Intern to join our Spiritual Life team at Westminster Place in Evanston, Illinois.This part-time, year-long internship offers a unique opportunity for those seeking hands-on ministry experience in a vibrant senior living community. Under the mentorship of experienced full-time chaplains, you'll play a vital role in offering emotional and spiritual care across our levels of living.Why Choose us?!Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO): With rollover and sellback options
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services
• Continuing Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs
• Commuter Benefits: public transportation and mileage reimbursement
• Pet Insurance: Coverage for pet's health and wellbeing
• Chaplain Counseling: Onsite 24/7 availability for spiritual and emotional support

Wellness:

• Wellhub: Gym benefit for fitness and health
• Onsite Fitness Centers: Convenient access to gym facilities
• Employee Engagement: Organize events to build community
• Financial Counseling: Professional advice for financial wellbeing
• Mentorship Program: Guidance and career development

What you'll be doing:

• Plan, lead, preach, and participate in a variety of worship services:
  • Sunday Vespers
  • Weekly devotionals
  • Services on healthcare floors
  • Seasonal and special liturgical services
• Provide one-on-one spiritual support to residents in independent living, assisted living, and the health care center
• Join weekly staff meetings with the Spiritual Life team to coordinate services and assignments
• Attend resident councils, interdisciplinary care plan meetings, and other relevant forums
• Facilitate or co-lead spiritual life programming, such as Bible studies, grief or caregiver support groups, and other enrichment opportunities

What you bring:

• A Master's degree (M.Div., M.A., M.A.T.S.) in progress or completed in a pastoral field
• At least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) strongly preferred
• A heart for older adults and a calling to minister across traditions and backgrounds
• Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately, including public speaking and leading worship
• Strong listening and relational skills; sensitivity to the spiritual and emotional needs of residents and their families
• Flexibility, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

Location:Westminster Place - Evanston, IL Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.