Spiritual Care Coordinator
About Ruth & Naomi’s Mission
Ruth & Naomi’s Mission has been serving the Chilliwack community for over 20 years. What began as handing out sandwiches in downtown Chilliwack has grown into a multi-site organization with over 100 staff, providing shelter, meals, and recovery programming to hundreds of individuals each day.
We are a Christian faith-based organization committed to walking alongside people on their journey of recovery and transformation, demonstrating the love of Jesus in practical and relational ways.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Spiritual Care Coordinator to provide leadership and support for Christian spiritual care across our shelters and recovery programs. This role plays a vital part in fostering holistic care by addressing the spiritual needs of participants, staff, and volunteers while upholding our Christian values in a compassionate, inclusive, and respectful manner.
Lived experience is considered a strong asset.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct spiritual support, guidance, and care to participants, staff, and volunteers
- Coordinate chaplaincy services, including scheduling, training, and program delivery
- Plan and coordinate chapels and Recovery Church programming
- Recruit, train, and support volunteers engaged in spiritual care initiatives
- Build and maintain partnerships with local churches, faith communities, and spiritual leaders
- Deliver spiritual training opportunities for staff and volunteers
- Integrate Christian principles into programming while respecting individual beliefs and dignity
- Collaborate with internal teams to identify spiritual care needs and opportunities
- Maintain accurate records and reporting related to spiritual care and volunteer engagement
- Work collaboratively with the Development team on external events, including (but not limited to) the Not Forgotten Memorial
What You Bring
Education & Experience
Grade 12 or equivalent requiredPost-secondary education in Theology, Divinity, Chaplaincy, Spiritual Care, Pastoral Counselling, or a related field is preferredCertification or formal training in Chaplaincy, Spiritual Care, or Pastoral Counselling is an assetMinimum 1 year of experience providing spiritual care, counselling, or guidance (experience in shelters, recovery, or social services is an asset)Skills & Attributes
Strong interpersonal, counselling, and communication skillsAbility to build trust and work collaboratively with diverse groupsCompassionate, empathetic, and integrity-drivenSelf-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable working independently and as part of a teamFaith Requirement
A strong and growing relationship with Jesus ChristWillingness to sign and uphold Ruth & Naomi’s Mission Statement of FaithCommitment to living out Christian values in daily work and interactionsCompensation & Benefits
Wage Band : $65,000–$72,000, dependent on experienceEmployer-paid extended health benefits after probationRRSP matching program after probationEducation and training opportunitiesMeaningful work in a mission-driven, supportive environmentWork Environment
Full-time, in-office position, Monday–Friday, 8 : 00am–4 : 00pm (additional hours as required)Standing and / or sitting required while working at a desk or computerTravel between Ruth & Naomi’s locations in Chilliwack requiredOur Values
Grace : We believe in second chancesHope : We won’t give upPeople : We see the value in everyonePartnership : We walk togetherCuriosity : We are eager to learnTrust : We do what we say we will#J-18808-Ljbffr