OverviewThe Local Facility Chaplain at the Los Fresnos detention facility leads the Religious Services Program for all detainees. This includes worship, religious education, and pastoral counseling in compliance with ICE standards and facility requirements.
Key Duties
Lead worship services, religious education, and holiday observances for detainees.
Provide pastoral counseling and spiritual support across diverse faiths.
Conduct weekly rounds in all housing units, including medical and restrictive housing areas.
Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers and contractors.
Serve as primary onsite religious point of contact for ICE staff and detainees.
Remain available 24/7 for emergencies and physically report onsite within 120 minutes if called.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Religion, Religious Studies, or Theology plus 5 years of ministry experience, or 10 years of ministry experience without a degree.
Demonstrated experience in detention/correctional settings.
Knowledge of multiple religions (Judaism, Islam, Christianity, Hinduism, Rastafarianism, etc.).
Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.
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| Location | Los Fresnos, TX |