Cassia

Chaplain

Apple Valley Village & The Rosemount - Apple Valley, MN - Full Time

Cassia, a faith-based ministry that provides housing and healthcare to aging adults, has a unique opportunity for a Chaplain to work Full Time, 30 hours a week, at two of our premier campuses! The Rosemount is an assisted living campus that is home to 90 residents. It is the proud recipient of the Pinnacle Employee Experience Award based on employee satisfaction, working conditions, recognition and appreciation. Apple Valley Village is a longstanding senior healthcare campus that is home to 150 residents in long-term care and transitional care. It offers a continuum of care within a vibrant community.

Together these campuses are hiring a Chaplain to work 30 hours a week between both of them. In this role, you will provide pastoral care to our residents, families and staff, through worship services, Bible Studies, and one-to-one visitation at our campuses. We are seeking a sincere and ministry driven Chaplain who will strive to serve in the spirit of Christ’s love. You will be part of a larger network of Chaplains at Cassia who comprise our spiritual care team.

This is a Full-Time position working 30 hours per week with benefits. In this role, you will also travel to The Rosemount and Apple Valley Village. The pay range is $30 - $34 / hour depending on experience.

Chaplain responsibilities:

  • Provide spiritual care, in conjunction with Cassia’s mission, to care for residents, families and employees.
  • Visit residents on an individual basis and determine type of involvement appropriate for meeting their spiritual and emotional needs.
  • Ensures that spiritual care assessments are completed timely and entered/placed into the resident’s medical chart, as appropriate for setting. At the request of the Campus Director of Spiritual Life, may approve spiritual care assessments completed by spiritual care volunteers
  • Research and prepare materials to conduct Bible study, resident devotions, and worship
  • Counsels and assists families in times of emergencies or death, as requested.
  • Is available to fill speaking appointments in local churches as a representative of Cassia.
  • Attends required meetings as determined by Supervisor.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Chaplain skills and requirements:
  • Masters of Divinity Degree required; curriculum includes 1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education.
  • Ordained or commissioned by and in good standing with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, or other endorsing church body.
  • Rostered for Ecclesiastical Endorsement for Specialized Ministry is encouraged, but is not required.
  • Completion of 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education from a professional chaplaincy organization (such as ACPE) is encouraged, but not required.
  • Board Certification by the Association for Professional Chaplains is preferred.  
  • Eligibility for Board Certification is strongly encouraged, but not required.
  • Equivalent job related experience and/or education may be recognized in lieu of Clinical Pastoral Education.
  • Parish experience or long term care chaplain experience preferred.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to respect and work with diverse religious, cultural, and ethnic groups.

Benefits:
  • Competitive wages with credit for experience
  • Tuition Discount Opportunities/ Scholarships/ Student Loan Forgiveness (site specific, ask for details)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 403(b) or 401(k) with employer match
  • Healthcare, dental, health savings, vision, life, disability, & flex spending options for Full-Time employees
  • Employer paid Basic Life Insurance for Full-Time Employees 
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Longevity Recognition, Paid Volunteer Time, and Mentorship Programs
  • Collaborative and Inclusive Work Culture
  • Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members


Location: The Rosemount is part of Cassia is located in the South Metro. Address: 14344 Cameo Avenue, Rosemount, MN 55068

Location:  Apple Valley Village is a part of Cassia and is located in the South Metro. Address: 14650 Garrett Ave, Apple Valley, MN 55124 

About Us:
The Rosemount offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Care Suites, Rehabilitation/ Respite, Mobility Impaired Living, and Memory Care services. You will be part of a collaborative team whose energy, creativity, and communication are valued and rewarded.  

Apple Valley Village is a wellness-focused, amenity-rich senior living community that combines warmth and hospitality with the expertise of caring professionals.  Designed with transitions in mind, the full range of living options and health care is available right within our community.

​ Cassia is a faith-based, nonprofit organization with over 200 years of experience caring for those in need. Our Mission is to foster fullness of life for older adults in the spirit of Christ’s love. We take pride in providing compassionate care for our residents by embracing our eight values and service standards: Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Stewardship, Unity, Respect and Collaboration. 

At Cassia, you will be empowered to foster fullness of life for those we serve. Cassia will support your career goals and celebrate your passions. If you are seeking a career experience where you will have fun, be challenged, and recognized for your individuality, Cassia is the answer. I AM Cassia... Are You? ​​
 

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.

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