Chaplain Job at Summit Bechtel Reserve, Glen Jean, WV

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  • Summit Bechtel Reserve
  • Glen Jean, WV

Job Description

Position Overview

The Chaplain provides nondenominational spiritual guidance, pastoral care, and mental/emotional support to all Scouting guests at the Summit Bechtel Reserve. The chaplain fosters a positive and inclusive environment, promoting well-being and spiritual growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Promote understanding and respect of diverse religious beliefs and practices
  • Conduct weekly (or more) religious service and provides counselling, comfort, and support to all
  • Oversee the Duty to God Award program and leads weekly informational meetings for youth
  • Facilitate opportunities for prayer, meditation, and reflection
  • Develop positive relationships with stakeholders and fostering a sense of community
  • Model the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions
  • Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area
  • Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership
  • Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the SBR staff handbook

Qualifications

  • Minimum age: 18+
  • Required: Ordination or certification in a recognized religious denomination
  • Required: Experienced in providing pastoral/spiritual care and counseling (especially to young people)
  • Valid driver license and ability to obtain a Summit Driving permit
  • Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (includes background screening)
  • Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication

Physical & Practical Requirements

  • Ability to stand, walk, and hike, up to 8 hours daily and ability to lift/move up to 15 pounds
  • Complete the Annual Health and Medical Record , including height/weight guidelines
  • Housing : 10'x12' platform tent in Staff Camp | Uniform: Summit Staff Uniform | Work Hours : 50+

Desired Traits

  • High-level emotional intelligence (such as self/social awareness and team dynamics)
  • Positive and cheerful attitude with a strong customer-service focus
  • Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with ability to learn/develop hard and soft skills
  • Ability to connect with individuals from diverse age groups, maturity, and backgrounds

About the Summit Bechtel Reserve and the Justice National Scout Camp

The Summit Bechtel Reserve (SBR) is a 10,600-acre outdoor adventure and education facility located near New River Gorge National Park in southern West Virginia. As one of Scouting America's National High Adventure Bases, the Summit provides transformative experiences for Scouts and other youth.

At Justice National Scout Camp, Scouts (ages 10-17) participate in more than 80 merit badge programs in areas such as aquatics, climbing, S.T.E.M., arts and media, citizenship, and outdoor skills. They also enjoy high-adventure activities like mountain biking, rafting, and skateboarding, as well as classic camp traditions like flag ceremonies and campfires. We're seeking dedicated staff members who can inspire, guide, and empower the next generation of leaders!

This is more than a summer job-it's a chance to inspire creativity, build leadership skills, and shape unforgettable experiences for Scouts from across the country. You'll gain valuable teaching, leadership, and teamwork skills while living in one of the nation's most beautiful outdoor settings.

Job Tags

Summer work, Seasonal work,

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