Campus Chaplain

POSITION SUMMARY: Silver Bay YMCA is hiring a Campus Chaplain to support the Spiritual Life Center by facilitating connections between regional churches, local universities, and the broader community. The Campus Chaplain will serve as a spiritual leader and community builder, combining program development and community outreach with pastoral care to create a vibrant, supportive spiritual environment. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee Spiritual Life staff in absence of Director. Coordination of volunteers. Facilitation of interactions with donors and supporters.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Respite Program Management

· Develop and implement strategies to promote Silver Bay’s respite programs

· Create a welcoming environment for those seeking spiritual renewal

· Greet arriving guests, provide administrative assistance

· Ensure welcoming productive environment for respite guests

2. Program Development

· Design and help lead engaging spiritual life programming tailored to the diverse needs of university students, visiting clergy, respite guests, and the Silver Bay community

· Create and lead seasonal and special Spiritual Life Center programming that aligns with Silver Bay’s mission

· Develop support initiatives for Silver Bay’s respite programs

3. Community Networking

· Build networking relationships with regional universities and faculty, student organizations, and campus religious groups as well as faith based organizations

· Establish collaborative initiatives with community leaders and organizations 

· Represent the Spiritual Life Center at relevant community events and gatherings

4. Pastoral Care

· Provide Spiritual Direction and support to clergy, staff and community members

· Assist with services provided by Spiritual Life including, but not limited to, chapel services, prayer groups, spiritual formation activities, vespers, summer programs, prayer groups, weddings, baptisms, and memorial services

· Be available for crisis intervention and spiritual support during challenging times

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in a related field (Masters preferred)

· Experience in campus ministry or university programming

· Strong interpersonal skills and ability to connect with diverse populations

· Demonstrated leadership in developing and implementing programs

· Excellent communication and public speaking abilities

· Compassionate approach to pastoral care

· Self-motivated with ability to work independently and as part of a team

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires the ability to sit, stand, bend, reach or walk for prolonged periods of time. Other physical requirements may include the ability to lift up to 15 pounds.