Social Services Chaplain

Position

The Salvation Army Social Services Chaplain for Programs (SS Chaplain)

DHQ Programs

Divisional Social Services Director (DSSD)

Non-Exempt / Full time

$20.50 to $22.29

The SS Chaplain is a Salvation Army specific position. Under the supervision of the Divisional Social Services Director (DSSD) and in close collaboration with social service institutional program directors and clinical program staff, the SS Chaplain will provide and/or ensure the availability of a full range of spiritual care and services and resources to unit clients/families, staff, and volunteers. These services include but are not limited to Bible studies, worship, prayer support, pertinent life skills classes, spiritual counseling, spiritual growth opportunities, logistical support for accessing and participating in spiritual growth opportunities, and participation in community faith‑based collaborations/connections/networking.

The SS Chaplain will prioritize and work deliberately to ensure clients/participants/families/staff/volunteers encountered through the social service programs are introduced to and/or connected with a Salvation Army corps or their own place of worship. The SS Chaplain will work closely with the leadership of Addiction Treatment Services (ATS), Family Treatment Services (FTS), and the Community Assistance Center (CAC) to ensure the coordination and implementation of religious programming occurs in a manner that marries the clinical purposes of the unit, related unit policies and plans on pastoral services, and adheres to contractual and licensing specifications, including ethical behaviors, boundaries, professional staff conduct, and TSA child safety standards, with The Salvation Army’s mission.

Bachelor’s degree or certificate of completion (from an accredited Bible‑based Christian higher education institution) in theology, Bible, Christian studies, pastoral counseling, evangelism, Christian ministry, biblical or theological studies, religion, or social services/social ministry; three years of experience serving and/or supervising in chaplaincy, pastoral care, Christian ministry, or social services from a Bible‑based framework, with strong knowledge of local Christian faith‑based Hawaii resources qualifies.

Training or service experience as a Salvation Army officer, soldier, employee, chaplain, or adherent is preferred. The candidate must have a clean driving record, successfully complete the Decision Driving Safety Test before driving for The Salvation Army, and annually recertify as required. Must be able to do field work in various settings, experience in disaster recovery is preferred, computer proficiency required, and bi‑lingual applicants are encouraged.

• Prioritize and consistently orient and connect clients/participants/families/staff/volunteers encountered through social service programs with a Salvation Army corps or their own place of worship.
• Complete Salvation Army onboarding and ongoing training to learn, implement, and administer Salvation Army programs, services, and approaches in alignment with the mission.
• Maintain regular communication with DSSD, DSP, DSB, and unit leadership regarding all related spiritual care services and activities.
• Coordinate all aspects of the program, including internal/external communication, budgeting, service reporting, site visits, and activities with the DSSD, DSP, DSB, and unit directors.
• Encourage and nurture the spiritual growth of clients/families/staff/volunteers by ensuring the availability of worship services, support with holiday happenings, Bible studies, fellowship meetings, and character development and life skills classes.
• Ensure availability of Bibles and other religious literature (Salvation Army magazines, Daily Bread, etc.) for client needs.
• Implement policies and procedures regarding religious services, spiritual growth experiences, and pastoral counseling for all clients/families/staff/volunteers efficiently and effectively.
• Act as the liaison between program units and The Salvation Army churches, Honolulu United efforts, and community religious leaders.
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