Vice President of Spiritual Life, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

Cassia, a faith-based, nonprofit senior living organization that provides healthcare services and housing to aging adults, is hiring a Part-Time Vice President of Spiritual Life to join our team. Our ideal candidate will have a Masters of Divinity Degree and be in good standing with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

In this role, you will be responsible for deepening spiritual life within our ministry by advising corporate leadership and guiding Cassia site administrators, residence directors, director-level spiritual care leaders, and others. You will help employees determine a vision for Spiritual Life that is integrated into care models, staff development, fund development, and organizational identity.

We are seeking a sincere and compassionate chaplain who will strive to live out our mission of glorifying God in the work that we do.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support chaplains and other spiritual life leaders within Cassia.
• Meet with members of the Cassia Leadership Team to provide support and care.
• Broaden and deepen spiritual life within Cassia, which includes providing devotions, mission moments, and Spiritual Life tools at every Leadership and board meeting.
• Partner with member and other congregations and social ministry organizations.
• Ensure the worship and devotional life is consistent with the Christian faith as well as with the guidelines and practices of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
• Serve as a liaison between Cassia and area ministerial groups, parishes, congregations, synagogues, etc. as well as the local synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, serving as a promoter and interpreter of Cassia’s mission, vision, and values
• Participate in ELCA synodical functions as appropriate
• Help recruit, train, and evaluate and support chaplains and Spiritual Life team members
• Perform additional tasks as needed.
  
  

Requirements:

• Masters of Divinity Degree required (curriculum includes 1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education)
• Must be ordained or commissioned by and in good standing with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
• Must be rostered for Ecclesiastical endorsement and eligible for Call to Specialized Ministry
• Completion of 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education from a professional pastoral care organization preferred.
• Board Certification by the Association for Professional Chaplains preferred.
  
  

Benefiits:

• Tuition Discount Opportunities/ Scholarships/ Student Loan Forgiveness (site specific, ask for details)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 403(b) or 401(k) with employer match
• Healthcare, dental, health savings, vision, life, disability, & flex spending options for Full-Time employees
• Employer paid Basic Life Insurance for Full-Time Employees
• Employee Discount Program
• Longevity Recognition, Paid Volunteer Time, and Mentorship Programs
• Collaborative and Inclusive Work Culture
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
  
  

Location: 7171 Ohms Ln, Edina, MN 55439

About Us:

Cassia is a faith-based, nonprofit organization with over 200 years of experience caring for those in need. Our Mission is to foster fullness of life for older adults in the spirit of Christ’s love. We take pride in providing compassionate care for our residents by embracing our eight values and service standards: Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Stewardship, Unity, Respect and Collaboration.

At Cassia, you will be empowered to foster fullness of life for those we serve. Cassia will support your career goals and celebrate your passions. If you are seeking a career experience where you will have fun, be challenged, and recognized for your individuality, Cassia is the answer. I AM Cassia... Are You?

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.

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