Chaplain III
Job in
Richmond, Fort Bend County, Texas, 77406, USA
Listing for:
Texas Health and Human Services
Full Time, Part Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 4523 - 7253 USD Monthly
USD
4523.00
7253.00
MONTH
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.
Functional
Title:
Chaplain III
Job Title: Chaplain III
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: Chaplaincy
Posting Number: 12582
Closing Date: 04/09/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Personal Care and Services
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-21
Salary Range: $4,523.16 - $7,253.83
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day
Travel: Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
Facility
Location:
Richmond State Supported Living Center
Job Location City: RICHMOND
Job Location Address: 2100 PRESTON
Job Description The Chaplain III performs senior-level ministerial clinical and administrative work to oversee, coordinate, and direct activities, programs, and training for chaplaincy services. Work involves developing and coordinating services for all spiritual/religious activities and facilitating integrated worship and social activities. Conducts regular and special spiritual/religious services, and provides pastoral care and counseling to residents, their families, and employees as needed. Serves as manager/supervisor over assigned positions such as a Chaplain II and/or Chaplaincy Services Assistant depending on the SSLC organizational structure, and over chaplaincy volunteers.
Work is performed in accordance with state laws, Texas Administrative Code and State Supported Living Center (SSLC) policies and procedures.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs)
Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.Oversees, coordinates, and leads religious and spiritual services and groups to meet the needs of residents, ensuring the availability of both regularly scheduled services and those provided on an as-needed basis. This includes organizing worship services, prayer groups, and other spiritual activities, as well as responding promptly to individual requests for religious support. 15%Advocates across all levels of the SSLC, working closely with staff members, administrators, and Legally Authorized Representatives (LARs) to ensure that the religious and spiritual needs of residents and staff are recognized, respected, and fully supported. This includes facilitating communication between residents and their faith communities, providing appropriate resources, and fostering an environment of understanding and sensitivity to various religious practices and beliefs.
15%Counsels institutional staff and conducts group seminars to communicate the religious needs of residents and prepares monthly calendars/activity planners in accordance with departmental guidelines, ensuring necessary materials are available. Maintains work area by completing housekeeping tasks specific to assigned area to provide a clean, safe, and pleasant environment. 15%Provides sacramental services for residents in accordance with the practices and customs of the chaplain's faith. Indicates that arrangements for sacramental services for residents of other religious backgrounds are made as requested and that sacramental ministry is provided in accordance with state laws, Texas Administrative Code and SSLC policies and procedures. 10%Makes pastoral visits to residents who are critically ill, new and existing residents, and relatives/families of the residents based on referrals from the interdisciplinary team (IDT) and/or personal requests from residents and/or LARs. 10%Arranges for sacramental services for residents of other religious backgrounds and sacramental services for residents in accordance with the practices and customs of the chaplain's faith. Indicates that arrangements for sacramental services for residents of other religious backgrounds are made as requested and that sacramental ministry is provided in accordance with the religious practices and the customs faith. 10%Serves as manager/supervisor over assigned staff in accordance with the SSLC’s organizational structure, such as a Chaplain II and/or Chaplaincy Services Assistant. Supervisory duties include maintaining quarterly developmental notes, performance planning, annual evaluation, timekeeping, and active participation in the hiring process. Supervises chaplaincy volunteers which includes documenting volunteer hours, coaching and counseling. 10%Works as a member of the Center’s interdisciplinary teams to assist in evaluating individual spiritual needs and developing a means to assist in the participation in…
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