About this role
Position Title: Jewish Rabbi
Location: Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) Beaumont, Texas
Key Responsibilities
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Conduct monthly Jewish worship services at all FCC Beaumont facilities (USP, Medium, Low, and Camp).
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Provide religious instruction, teachings, and guidance based on Jewish law, rituals, holidays, and traditions.
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Offer pastoral counseling, spiritual support, and one-on-one assistance to inmates.
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Perform SHU rounds as required to meet the needs of Jewish inmates.
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Deliver lessons on Jewish history, holidays, prayers, ethics, culture, and scripture as outlined in the SOW.
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Report inmate misconduct or safety concerns immediately to the Chaplain or designated staff.
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Coordinate schedules, document session logs, and submit required paperwork for payment.
Minimum Qualifications
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Must be knowledgeable in all essential aspects of Judaism, including: Torah reading, holidays, mitzvot, Jewish law (Halakha), prayers, Hebrew blessings, Jewish ethics, cultural traditions, and major denominations.
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Experience providing religious leadership, instruction, or chaplaincy in a community, synagogue, or institutional setting.
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Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with adult offenders in a secure environment.
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Must conduct oneself professionally and in attire representative of Jewish religious practice.