About this role
Overview
The Local Facility Chaplain assigned to Guantanamo Bay serves as the sole religious leader for detainees, providing worship, education, and pastoral care under unique operational and cultural conditions. This chaplain is central to ensuring detainees’ religious rights are observed in accordance with ICE and international standards.
Key Duties
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Lead worship services, religious education, and holiday observances for detainees.
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Provide pastoral counseling and spiritual support across diverse faiths.
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Conduct weekly rounds in all housing units, including medical and restrictive housing areas.
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Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers and contractors.
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Serve as primary onsite religious point of contact for ICE staff and detainees.
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Remain available 24/7 for emergencies and physically report onsite within 120 minutes if called.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Religion, Religious Studies, or Theology plus 5 years of ministry experience, or 10 years of ministry experience without a degree.
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Demonstrated experience in detention/correctional settings.
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Knowledge of multiple religions (Judaism, Islam, Christianity, Hinduism, Rastafarianism, etc.).
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Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.