Assistant Chaplain

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_FIRSTNAME}, My name is Joshua and I am the Team Lead of Recruitment here at Critical Response Strategies. I'm reaching out because I came across your resume and thought that you may be a good fit for a Non-Denominational Assistant Chaplain role that we have available in North Florida. I have included some details below for your viewing. If this sounds like something you would be interested in please let me know and we can discuss the details!

Job Details Location:

Baker County, FL Deployment:

Full Time Pay:

$30/hr We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated non-denominational Chaplin to provide spiritual care and support to individuals housed in an immigrant detention center. This role will focus on delivering inclusive, non-denominational pastoral care that respects the diverse faith backgrounds of detainees. The Chaplin will offer counseling, conduct non-denominational services, provide crisis support, and coordinate with community faith organizations to ensure detainees have access to appropriate religious resources. The ideal candidate will be empathetic, culturally sensitive, and experienced in providing spiritual guidance in challenging, multicultural, and high-security environments. Your Mission Spiritual Care & Counseling Provide individual and group pastoral counseling to detainees. Support detainees experiencing grief, trauma, or crisis situations with sensitivity and care. Maintain strict confidentiality while adhering to facility rules and regulations. Worship & Services Ensure services and activities are inclusive and respectful of diverse religious beliefs. Facilitate access to approved religious materials and resources. Coordination & Community Engagement Partner with outside clergy, chaplaincy organizations, and approved volunteers to meet detainees' spiritual needs. Coordinate with detention center leadership to ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility policies related to religious accommodations. Serve as a bridge between detainees, staff, and community faith partners. Documentation & Compliance Maintain accurate records of services, visits, and pastoral care provided. Follow all security protocols and compliance guidelines of the detention center. Report and address pastoral care issues in alignment with facility policies. Requirements At least 3-5 years of experience in pastoral ministry, chaplaincy, or counseling Ordination or credentialing in a recognized non-denominational faith community. Must be bilingual in English and Spanish Previous experience working in correctional, detention, or high-security environments preferred. Must successfully pass a background check, drug screening, and security clearance process. Willingness to work within the structure and guidelines of a secure facility. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Job Types:

Contract, Temporary Shift availability: Full Time Ability to

Commute:

Baker County, FL Ability to

Relocate:

Baker County, FL Work Location:

In person

Pay:

$30.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person