Chaplain Manager Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*** Job Summary This position is based at Florence McClure Women's Correctional Center in Las Vegas. Institutional Chaplains plan, organize, schedule and deliver spiritual care; provide a pastoral presence throughout the institutions through regular visits to the housing units, visiting rooms, and work sites; counsel and administer the spiritual and religious needs and concerns of inmates; advise inmates condemned to death regarding will preparation and disposition of their remains; communicate with members of inmate families concerning spiritual and physical well-being of inmates; minister to inmates and staff in times of crisis.

Incumbents oversee liturgical and sacramental ministry provided to inmates by volunteers; provide religious activities such as music, stories and video presentations at the request of inmates and religious organizations; and coordinate awareness groups and interfaith meetings. Incumbents conduct staff presentations to raise awareness of inmates' spiritual concerns and improve staff and inmate relations; conduct orientation lectures for new inmates, volunteers and staff to familiarize them with the institution's religious programs.Chaplains provide and coordinate ministry in a pluralistic setting and work with representatives of various faiths who conduct specialized ministries or rites. Essential Qualifications Three or more years of applicable experience as described in the job duties and certification, ordination, or sponsorship from a recognized faith group

Job Duties 1. Plan, organize, schedule, and deliver spiritual care, manage religious programs, and administer resources. 2.

Provide a pastoral presence throughout the institution. 3. Establish, coordinate, and schedule religious ceremonies and activities.

4. Provide equitable and reasonable opportunities for worship, study, and religious programs. 5.

Counsel and administer to the spiritual and religious needs and concerns of inmates. 6. Advise inmates condemned to death regarding will preparation and disposition of their remains.

7. Communicate with individual families about their well-being. 8.

Minister to inmates in times of crisis and notify next of kin in cases of grave illness or death. 9. Oversee volunteer programs and religious study groups.

10. Supervise inmates in assigned areas, document performance, and enforce security procedures. 11.

Educate the public about meeting the spiritual needs of inmates and enhance agency reputation. 12. Provide presentations and orientation for new inmates, volunteers, and staff on religious programs.

13. Provide expert information on a variety of religious activities available. 14.

Research faith group issues that may impact religious activities. 15. Serve as a resource for leadership and staff on various religious beliefs, activities, practices, and artifacts.

16. Perform related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: Purpose of correctional institutions' programs, goals, objectives, and contents; needs and practices of diverse faith groups; social, economic, personal, and other problems of inmates; theories and practices of prison management and criminal rehabilitation in a program of applied religion for inmates.

Theologies, doctrines, liturgies, scriptures, observances, and practices; interpersonal relationships, group dynamics, personality development, and crisis counseling; individual, marital, group, and family counseling techniques; cultural diversity; principles and practices of psychology and sociology.Skill in: Organizing, preparing, and conducting faith-based services and activities. Interpersonal and communication, both verbal and written. Use and operation of office and job-related equipment and software

Ability to: Counsel and minister to the spiritual and faith-based needs of inmates; work harmoniously with institution staff and others responsible for carrying out programs and objectives of the institution; be tolerant, respectful, and patient with individuals of various faiths; interface with local faith-based organizations; conduct formal services of worship; Make educational presentations to inmates, staff, and the community-at-large; deal effectively with hostile inmates; prepare correspondence and reports; maintain files and records; enter, store, and retrieve data; navigate using the Internet. Recruiter Contact Information: Susan Ashley - q.ashley@admin.nv.gov The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages

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