Job Description

ABOUT BETHANY
Bethany Care Society (Bethany) is one of Western Canada's largest not-for-profit providers of care, housing, and community services for seniors and adults with disabilities. Since 1945, Bethany has provided high-quality, person-centred care focused on the unique physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of our residents and tenants. We create caring communities to support Albertans to age well.
WHY BETHANY?
We offer generous vacation and leave time, competitive salaries, benefits, retirement savings programs and top-ups for maternal leaves. We are committed to employee well-being and giving back to our community. We invest in our people because they are the reason for our success.
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About the Role
Bethany is seeking a talented Spiritual Care Practitioner for Bethany Didsbury, Sundre and Harvest Hills (NE Calgary).
With discernment, wisdom, compassion and a passion for the spiritual well-being of residents, families, employees and volunteers, the Spiritual Care Practitioner provides and advocates for spiritual care aligned with the mission, vision, and values of Bethany Care Society. The Spiritual Care Practitioner models and promotes respect for diversity, welcomes all people in the provision of culturally appropriate spiritual care, and provides and assists with appropriate spiritual and religious practices.
The Spiritual Care practitioner is responsible and accountable for the provision of assessments and interventions intended to support the spiritual health of the residents and families of Bethany, with special attention to support at end-of-life. At Bethany, Spiritual Care Practitioners offer or co-ordinate group events - including regular services or programs, seasonal and memorial events - that support the spiritual well-being of residents. Further, as a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Spiritual Care Practitioner is expected to promote awareness and understanding of spiritual care, and co-lead the spiritual care champion teams as a means of helping all care team members develop capacity to offer spiritual care as generalists.
You are required to have access to a vehicle and able valid Driver's License for travel between sites.
WHAT YOU BRING
Qualifications
Education

• Master's degree in theology, spirituality/religion, or a related field.
• Clinical Psychospiritual Education (CPE) - completion of two advanced units, or equivalent combination of experience and education
• Formal training in working with persons with dementia or Alzheimer's is an asset

Experience

• 1-3 years clinical and administrative experience desired
• Experience working with older adults is an asset
• Experience within a multicultural environment is an asset

Additional Skills

• Active membership with CASC
• Class 4 Drivers License

• Able to work effectively in a physically and mentally demanding environment.
• Listening skills, basic counselling skills, group facilitation, and multicultural and multi-faith experience.
• Must demonstrate an acceptable level of reading, writing, and comprehension of English language skills
• Excellent observation, communication and problem-solving skills

Position Information:

• Posting Number: 25-9292
• Position Number: PR-CP29-007
• Location: Bethany Didsbury, Sundre and Harvest Hills (NE Calgary)
• Classification: Spiritual Care
• FTE: 1.00
• Non-Union
• Position Type: Temporary FT(Position End date: October 31, 2026)
• Shift and Hours of Work: Day ( 8:00 am - 4:15 pm)
• Hours Per Shift: 7.75 hours
• Shift Per Cycle: 10 shifts in a 2 week cycle
• Position Start Date: When Filled
• Posting End Date: When Filled

How to Apply:
Like what you see and think you have what it takes to join our team?
*INTERNAL APPLICANTS* Internal applicants must utilize their @bethanyseniors.com email address in order to be considered for the role; failure to do so may result in omission from the selection process.
Apply Online at: by submitting your resume and cover letter.
Please note this competition may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found.
All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those selected to move forward will be contacted.
Bethany Care Society is an equal opportunity employer.
Successful candidates will be required to obtain a Criminal Background Check and provide proof of all mandatory immunizations.
Bethany Care Society complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). By forwarding your resume to Bethany you are consenting to the collection and use of your personal information for this job competition. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.

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