Salem, Oregon, United States · On-site
$66k–$69k/yr
Church at the Park believes that a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture enhances our ability to fulfill our mission. We strive for equality and justice in the way people are treated and the opportunities the…
Skills: Pastoral Care, Trauma-Informed Support, Spiritual Direction, Empathic Listening, Emotional Regulation
Salem, Oregon, United States · On-site
Church at the Park believes that a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture enhances our ability to fulfill our mission. We strive for equality and justice in the way people are treated and the opportunities the…
Skills: Recruitment, Onboarding, Compliance, Leave Administration, Claims Coordination
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Provide compassionate, trauma-informed spiritual and emotional support to guests, staff, and volunteers at the shelter. Facilitate community gatherings and integrate spiritual care into staff development and organizational culture.
Preferred Master of Divinity or equivalent experience, with a preference for 3 years of chaplaincy experience and current ordination. Must possess a valid Oregon driver's license and complete Community Health Worker certification within six months.
Church at the Park believes that a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture enhances our ability to fulfill our mission. We strive for equality and justice in the way people are treated and the opportunities they have to succeed by working to address racism, unequal treatment and other barriers to inclusion. We strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds (including communities of color, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities) to apply and join us in our work. We welcome your resumes even if there is not a position currently available that fits your interest and experience.
\nPosition SummaryMasters of Divinity preferred. Applicable experience can substitute for degree.
Excellent technical language skills, both verbal and written.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters and sensitive information.
Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google, Zoom, etc.
Experience or capacity for technology related to presentations and meetings.
3 years experience in spiritual direction and/or chaplaincy preferred.
Currently ordained with a certified organization preferred.
Complete ordination process with Street Psalms within two years of employment.
Complete Community Health Worker training/certification within 6 months.
Must have valid Oregon Driver's license; must have been a licensed driver for at least 2 years; must have a driving record that permits coverage under C@P’s company insurance.
Site Chaplain/Pastor supporting Guests
Model centering practices and C@P values with staff, residents, and guests.
Meet with site management/navigation staff regularly to give and receive feedback concerning guest care plans and service strategies.
Support guests individually in key health, life, trauma, and transition moments.
Create opportunities for community through events, celebrations, holidays, etc.
Support and plan a weekly Community Circle for town halls, connection, and belonging and facilitate and coordinate other support groups.
Support the Benevolence process for guests
Site Chaplain/Pastor supporting Staff
Incorporate spiritual practices in leadership and meeting facilitation.
Attend meetings on a weekly basis to support staff interactions meeting the needs of individuals living unsheltered.
Support staff in key health, life, trauma, and transition moments.
Model healthy emotional regulation and empathic listening to staff, residents, and guests.
Cultivating the Mission and Values of C@P with Community Partners & Volunteers
Understand and communicate C@P mission, vision, and values to new partners & volunteers.
Communicate opportunities for volunteer, donation and program partnership to churches and businesses.
Coordinate with Communications Team on presentations to community members made and follow-up needed to partner churches and businesses.
Staff and Culture development
Share spiritual practices in weekly communication, leadership and training facilitation.
Support and participate in the patterns and practices of Staff Retreats, Leadership Council, Open Table, and Trainings.
Support and participate in weekly all-staff training and new hire on-boarding training.
Intangibles:
Personal connection and devotion to Church at the Park mission.
Love for unsheltered people and genuine concern for their well-being.
Resourcefulness – a figure-it-out attitude.
Response-Ability – ownership attitude in solving problems and making us better.
Interpersonal competency in diverse communities, including faith communities.
Close quarters with vulnerable people including individuals without stable living situations who may be struggling with mental health and substance use concerns.
Indoor/Outdoor work environment with frequent interruptions and demands, and occasional unpredictable behavior.
Must be able to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds or less. Must be able to go up and down stairs at least a few times per shift.
High contact with C@P staff.
Driving between Church at the Park operated and managed sites.
Attend required training, team meetings, and learn policies and procedures for C@P operations.
Mission Statement: Creating a table of love and acceptance for those who need it most. Empowering people to change their lives and exit poverty by providing vital services and community leadership.
No job offer is final until a drug screen and criminal history check are complete.
We reserve the right to employ at will. This means that employment can be terminated, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of the company or at the option of the employee.
Creating a table of love and acceptance for those who need it most.
Church at the Park exists to live out our mission in serving the unsheltered in the Salem, Oregon community. That mission started 13 years ago and has grown to 3 locations, safe parking, community meals, services, housing, day centers, etc. Please check out our website for much more information. We would love to have to join us a guest, volunteer, or staff member. Our mission is: To restore dignity and relieve hunger through SHARED MEALS. To intentionally LISTEN TO THE STORIES of those who are experiencing homelessness, while looking for opportunities to affirm assets and motivation. To ASK those who are homeless about current goals and PRAY FOR EVERY NEED we can. To meet critical needs of shelter and clothing through RELATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS. To increase our ADVOCACY, AWARENESS, UNDERSTANDING, and LOVE for the homeless in Salem. To invite all who join us to SERVANTHOOD and leadership. To say NO to VIOLENCE, and YES to making PEACE as a COMMUNITY.
Offices: Salem, OR 97302, US
View all jobs at Church at the ParkCreating a table of love and acceptance for those who need it most.
Church at the Park exists to live out our mission in serving the unsheltered in the Salem, Oregon community. That mission started 13 years ago and has grown to 3 locations, safe parking, community meals, services, housing, day centers, etc. Please check out our website for much more information. We would love to have to join us a guest, volunteer, or staff member. Our mission is: To restore dignity and relieve hunger through SHARED MEALS. To intentionally LISTEN TO THE STORIES of those who are experiencing homelessness, while looking for opportunities to affirm assets and motivation. To ASK those who are homeless about current goals and PRAY FOR EVERY NEED we can. To meet critical needs of shelter and clothing through RELATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS. To increase our ADVOCACY, AWARENESS, UNDERSTANDING, and LOVE for the homeless in Salem. To invite all who join us to SERVANTHOOD and leadership. To say NO to VIOLENCE, and YES to making PEACE as a COMMUNITY.
Offices: Salem, OR 97302, US
View all jobs at Church at the Park