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CHAPLAIN
Organization:
Ministry of the Solicitor General
Division:
Thunder Bay Correctional Centre
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Code:
C50582 - 15 Chaplain (COR)
Salary:
$61,102.00 - $76,937.00 Per Year*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Consider Your Next Career with the Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario Public Service!
The Ontario Public Service is one of the largest employers in the province, with a wide range of exciting career opportunities. We believe in the core values of trust, fairness, diversity, excellence, creativity, collaboration, efficiency and responsiveness. We invite you to join our teams!
The Ministry of the Solicitor General is embarking on a large-scale initiative to modernize Ontario's correctional system, with a focus on enhancing safety and security, infrastructure and services in institutions across the province. Consider a rewarding career in correctional services and join us in making a difference in the lives of individuals in custody and in keeping our communities safe.
We are currently seeking a Chaplain at the Thunder Bay Correctional Centre to provide spiritual and religious care and support to inmates. This role will be responsible for maintaining a comprehensive, multicultural chaplaincy program for inmates, their families, and staff.
The Ministry of the Solicitor General offers a comprehensive and competitive compensation package, including:
• A defined benefit pension plan
• Maternity and parental leave top-up benefits
• A comprehensive health and dental plan
• Life and disability insurance
• A progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance
• Flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including online, training and mentorship programs
• Opportunities for career advancement and specialization through a wide range of career fields
The Ontario Public Service has been chosen as one of:
• Canada's Top 100 Employers
• Greater Toronto's Top 90 Employers
• Canada's Best Diversity Employers
• Canada's Greenest Employers
• Top Employers for Canadians Under 40
What can I expect to do in this role?
• Provide comprehensive religious services and spiritual care programs to inmates, their families, and staff
• Coordinate and monitor a busy and involved multi-faith program
• Create new programs and coordinate spiritual activities
• Build relationships and partnerships with community groups
• Partner with local faith communities to establish programs to help inmates reintegrate into the community
• Represent chaplaincy on institutional committees
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team made up of correctional staff, the healthcare department, and other professional staff
• Other duties as required
(Click on "View Job Description" for details)
How do I qualify?
Mandatory
• You must have an endorsement from a recognized Faith Group
Specialized Knowledge and Experience
• You have applied knowledge of various faith groups, multi-denominational groups, as well as religious beliefs and practices, normally acquired through a combination of university, theological school and professional experience
• You can work collaboratively with various faith groups
• You have an understanding of the criminal justice system as well as correctional institutions to develop appropriate spiritual programming
Communication, Interpersonal and Counselling Skills
• You can interact with inmates, families, and staff
• You have strong counselling skills to assist inmates and their families through issues and crisis
Organizational and Supervisory Skills
• You can plan, organize, implement, and evaluate spiritual care programs and religious services
• You can provide guidance and/or training to volunteers, students, and other spiritual and religious visitors
Analytical and Judgement Skills
• You can identify and resolve issues
• You can work within the legislation framework to balance confidentiality and the need to maintain security and safety of staff and inmates
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Permanent - Full Time, 2351 Hwy 61 S , Thunder Bay, North Region, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit History Check, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS
Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Schedule:
3-7
Category:
Health and Social Services
Posted on:
Wednesday, November 4, 2020
Note:
- In accordance with the Ontario Public Service (OPS), Employment Screening Checks Policy (ESCP), the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Refer to the above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.
Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Talent Acquisition Branch (TAB), HR Service Delivery Division (HRSDD) to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.
A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential. - T-CL-156300/20
Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.
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Remember: The deadline to apply is Monday, November 30, 2020 11:59 pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.
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