We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us!COVENANT LIVING AT THE SHORES (Mercer Island, WA) is seeking an associate chaplain. The Associate Chaplain serves in a staff relationship to Administration and Department Directors. The Chaplain shall establish and maintain strong ties and relationships with all community residents, their families and their clergy. Coordination of all religious gatherings on campus at all levels of care, whether for residents or staff and including memorial services, prayer meetings, Bible studies, Communion, Theological lecture series, etc. Development and maintenance of routine communications with local clergy, working to keep residents and their chosen clergy connected. Assure residents have opportunities to know and participate in their chosen church's activities and facilitate the involvement of local clergy into pastoral care, worship services and community of the campus. Support and garner participation of the campus in mutually developed mission efforts. Assure the scheduling and maintenance of spaces used for worship, teaching and religious programming. Within the tenants of LifeConnect, knows each resident and partners with them in their on going spiritual formation identifying the needs for Biblical instruction, worship, fellowship and opportunities for volunteer service. Spiritual programming on campus is intended to be the outgrowth of expressed needs, not an attempt to create or compete with local church ministries. Participates in and manages an active program of visitation which offers support to residents, staff, and caregivers in times of crisis as well as those requesting pastoral care during times of dying, illness and hospitalization. The Chaplains shall assure that pastors in the community are informed of the need for pastoral care and visits of their church members. Promote and provide oversight to programs which provide residents purposeful living and volunteerism. Actively serve and participate on campus committees, such as the Ethics committee, Spiritual Formation committee, staff meetings, and other opportunities to function as a campus leaders as requested by the Executive Director. Responsible to provide multiple opportunities for staff and residents to hear and respond to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Serve as a role model in living out the characteristics as listed in Colossians 3 and in such a way share the Gospel. Experience, Credentials, and Qualifications: Ordination by the Evangelical Covenant Church preferred Masters of Divinity or Master of Arts in Theology or Chaplain Certification. Minimum of 5 years ministry experience in congregational ministry, hospital chaplaincy, missions or para-church ministry. Clinical training in approved geriatric counseling programs or pastoral experience in a congregate living situation is preferred but demonstrated experience with ministries to seniors is required. Must demonstrate effective communication skills and articulate a passion for ministry characterized by servant leadership. Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain healthy and positive relationships with staff and residents. Must have an appreciation for corporate structure and understanding of demands placed on administration. Must be comfortable with a flexible schedule, able to work out side of normal hours. Able to handle confidential information. Must demonstrate good judgment, and possess problem solving skills and remain calm when faced with unusual circumstances. Compensation Pay Range: $80000 - $90000 For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays 403(b) with a 3% employer match Fitness center use at most facilities. Various voluntary benefits:<