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Kendal at Sonoma

Life Enrichment Assistant

Healdsburg, CA

$17.25 - $20.75/hr

... first Zen Buddhist organizations in the US, founded by Shunryu Suzuki Roshi. Enso Village is ... Escort and assist residents to and from activities, ensuring participation and engagement.

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The Newark Museum of Art

Facilities Maintenance

Newark, NJ · On-site

$18.18/hr

Arts of Global Asia, featuring a renown Tibetan collection and Buddhist altar; Arts of the Americas ... * Assist with exterior maintenance, including snow removal, salting walkways, and basic grounds ...

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What is the difference between Assistant Buddhist vs Assistant Chaplain?

AspectAssistant BuddhistAssistant Chaplain
CertificationsTypically requires knowledge of Buddhist teachings, possibly a background in Buddhist studies or ordinationOften requires religious or spiritual certifications, sometimes ordination in a faith tradition
Work EnvironmentTemples, meditation centers, spiritual retreatsHospitals, military, prisons, educational institutions
Industry UsageReligious organizations focused on BuddhismMultifaith or specific faith-based settings in various institutions
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Assistant Buddhist and Assistant Chaplain roles both support spiritual needs but differ mainly in their religious focus and work environments. Assistant Buddhists primarily work within Buddhist communities and centers, while Assistant Chaplains serve in diverse institutional settings across various faiths. Both roles require spiritual knowledge and certifications relevant to their traditions, but their day-to-day duties and employer settings vary significantly.

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Assistant Professor_ Nontenure Track

Assistant Professor_ Nontenure Track

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST

Rosemead, CA • On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

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Assistant Professor, Non-Tenure Track, Department of Buddhist Chaplaincy

Rosemead, CA

Full-Time Faculty

Job Summary:

This position will involve teaching responsibilities at the graduate level; supervising and mentoring the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) students; and working collaboratively with the Chair of the Department and colleagues on new initiatives and programs. Teaching responsibilities include courses preparing students for Clinical Pastoral Education (C.P.E.) and other specialized chaplaincy training.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Teach four course per semester
  • Advise half MDIV students (with class registration, spiritual formation, CPE preparation, maintain office hours according to student needs)
  • Organize yearly CPE Fair and guide students in CPE and SL Placement sites
  • Monitor and Update MDIV, MABSC, and DBMIN Moodle Resource pages
  • Complete all expected responsibilities of University faculty instructor (serve on one committee and advise one student club)

Qualifications:

  • Master of Divinity degree (M.Div.) and is certified as CPE Supervisor ;
  • Ph.D./Th.D./Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) or equivalent;
  • Ordination/commissioning to function in a ministry of care in a Buddhist tradition; or (experienced in Buddhist ministry tradition)
  • at least 1-unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (C.P.E.) (4 CPE units is preferable);
  • prior experience as a Buddhist Chaplain;
  • prior teaching experience;
  • prior experience in an administrative faculty position is preferable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse environment;
  • Demonstrated ability to advance the university's commitment to expanding and enhancing its programs;
  • Ability to manage the daily operations of the Buddhist Chaplaincy Department;
  • Work closely with the Chief of Academic Affairs and other department chairs;
  • Experience developing and maintaining agreements with potential partners, local service providers, military recruiters, and C.P.E. training sites;
  • Demonstrated experience working with the wider Buddhist community;
  • Demonstrated ability to assist in the recruitment of instructors for courses;
  • Demonstrated ability to function as a spiritual advisor for chaplaincy students.

Commitment to Diversity

We welcome applicants with demonstrated success in working with diverse populations. UWest is arguably one of the most diverse campuses in the United States. Candidates should have experience in—or potential for—building an equitable and diverse scholarly environment in teaching, mentoring, research, life experiences, and service.