Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $65,000 - $72,000
Spiritual Care Coordinator
About Ruth & Naomis Mission
Ruth & Naomis 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, relational, and spiritually grounded 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.
Spiritual care at Ruth & Naomis is grounded in the full witness of Scripture and centred on the person and teachings of Jesus Christ, demonstrated through word, presence, prayer, and practice. The successful candidate will integrate faith-based spiritual care into daily operations in a manner that is compassionate, inclusive, and respectful of individual dignity.
Lived experience is considered a strong asset.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct spiritual support, guidance, and pastoral 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
- Demonstrate and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ through relational spiritual care and pastoral presence
- 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 & Naomis 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, MondayFriday, 8 : 00am4 : 00pm (additional hours as required)Standing and / or sitting required while working at a desk or computerTravel between Ruth & Naomis locations in Chilliwack requiredOur Values
Grace : We believe in second chancesHope : We wont give upPeople : We see the value in everyonePartnership : We walk togetherCuriosity : We are eager to learnTrust : We do what we say we willYou can view the full job description HERE!