Working Title: Chaplain

Job Class: Chaplain

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 84510

• Location : Anoka

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Part-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 03/01/2025

• Closing Date : 03/24/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS MAPE State Operated Svcs

• Division/Unit : Adult Mental Health / AMRTC Group Services

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 28 hours per week

• Days of Work : Monday - Thursday (with Sunday rotations)

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $28.82 - $42.31 / hourly

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center (AMRTC) has an opportunity for you to join our team as a Chaplain. The chaplain maintains collaborative relationships with all members of the treatment team. As an active member of the treatment team, the chaplain provides spiritual support and interventions by addressing mental health symptoms as identified on the patient’s treatment plan. This work is carried out in a pluralistic environment; and the chaplain is sensitive to the religious practices of many separate religions, denominations, and spiritual traditions. In the role of the Chaplain at AMRTC, you will provide complete religious and spiritual care to patients in accordance with their needs and desires. Chaplains assure that all patients have the freedom to practice the religion of their choice, opportunities to practice and participate in religious experiences, and are protected from proselytizing. The chaplain provides guidance and religious instruction to individuals and groups. In addition, chaplains will conduct religious worship services in the chapel.

Job duties may include:

• Provides 1:1 interventions to address mental health objectives on patient treatment plans

• Facilitate treatment focused spiritual and recovery groups

• Provide consultation on the spiritual needs of patients based on initial screening by the treatment team

• Participate in various hospital committees and performance improvement efforts

• Provide chaplaincy services to patients and staff in the event of an emergency or critical incident; may include spiritual care for family members of patents, as appropriate

*This is a part-time position; 28 hours per week.

AMRTC is an inpatient psychiatric hospital serving adults with mental illness in a large, campus-based setting. The population also includes individuals civilly committed for specialized care, such as competency for criminal court and co-occurring mental illness/chemical dependency. Located just 15 minutes north of the Twin Cities metro, this modern facility offers compassionate, person-centered care in a pleasant environment appreciated by patients and employees alike.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify, applicants must meet either of the following criteria:

• Master of Divinity degree or a related degree program from a graduate school accredited by the Association of Theological Schools—or equivalent religious requirements from endorsing religious bodies.

• Completion of a minimum of four units of Clinical Pastoral Education.

OR

• Bachelor's degree in Theology or related degree program

• 5 years of experience performing independent pastoral care and counseling in specialized ministry setting

• Completion of a minimum of four units of Clinical Pastoral Education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

• Experience in acute mental health setting.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned. (If applicable add education information)

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.