Washington Street Mission is now accepting applications to fill its Chaplain Position following the upcoming retirement of the current Chaplain.
Position Title: Chaplain
Status: Full Time
The Mission’s Chaplain will act as the shepherd/pastor/educator for Mission clients. This will include one-on-one pastoral care, facilitating groups, designing spiritual development curriculum to meet WSM and program objectives, and a strong ability to organize volunteers and document program progress.
Responsibilities
Develop strong relationships with Mission guests
Provide for group and one-on-one pastoral counseling
Responsible for organizing and managing a Saturday community breakfast and gospel service in consultation with the leadership team
Responsible for planning and conducting daily bible study classes of 30-45 minutes
Responsible for planning and conducting regular anger management classes
Responsible for accepting, recording and sharing prayer requests from guests weekly with the Mission Prayer team
In close coordination with the Director of Administration, will conduct Church and Ministry outreach activities including presentations, a monthly Ministry email, and targeted solicitations
Identify and refer community members to other programs or services at the Mission
Coordinates with appropriate staff and leadership for referrals to other partner organization services
Accurately tracks the programs and services delivered
Assists in other Mission activities as needed
Work with volunteers and help complete cleaning of the building between 11:00 am and noon.
Assist with maintenance tasks at the Mission building as needed.
Helps orient and direct new volunteers.
Job Requirements
Candidates with lived experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
3+ years of documented experience in chaplain or ministry work required.
Documented theological education or ordination in ministry is preferred.
Experience with drug and alcohol counseling is valued.
Previous experience with working with marginalized communities required.
Must be committed to further training and development in theological studies, counseling and therapeutic techniques.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Strong understanding of biblical principles and teachings.
Demonstrate Christ-like behavior and attitude in all job duties and responsibilities.
Effective leadership and management abilities.
Demonstrates exceptional judgment and professional boundaries.
Knowledge of principles and practices of training, evaluating and providing work direction to others.
Able to analyze information and to define and solve problems. Ability to read and interpret general business periodicals and theological books.
Able to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on business and process issues.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Able to implement program guidelines and offer suggestions for improvement.
Computer literacy is required. Must be able to operate Microsoft suites and other business-related software.
Able to be self-motivated and demonstrate initiative.
Able to support WSM’s statement of Christian faith and share that faith and knowledge with staff and clients.
Hours
40 hours per week. Part-time is a consideration for the right candidate.
Weekday schedule is negotiable. Most Saturday mornings 7:30 – 10:30am are required.
Benefits
4% Retirement Contribution
Employer Paid Health insurance
Paid time off
Washington Street Mission is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Washington Street Mission is a Christian, faith-based, organization.
Applicants, regardless of education or experience level, are encouraged to apply if they have a heart for service and desire to help others.
COME ON DOWN and Join us on Saturday, September 20, 2025 for the ‘Game Show’ Trivia Night benefitting Washington Street Mission.
This year’s trivia night will be a fun and exciting evening complete with prizes for the best dressed team and best table decorations! So start gathering your friends and family, grab your craziest outfit, and register your team early, this event sold out last year!
Event Details
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Location: VFW Lafore Lock Post 755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Rd, Springfield
Doors Open: 6:00 PM
Trivia Night: 7:00-10:00 PM
Cost: $200 per table of ten
*Can’t fill a table or looking for additional players? Contact us at info@washingtonstreetmission.org and we will do our best to help find you a team.
Early Bird Special: Register your team on or before August 14, 2025, and get a free large tub of cheese and caramel popcorn for your table!
Food and Beverage: Cash bar, but bring your own snacks/food (including soda and water).
Contests:
Best-Dressed Team • Best Individual Outfit • Best Game Show Themed Table Decorations • 50/50 Drawing • Large Basket Raffle
Mulligans will be available for sale!
IMPORTANT! Follow us on Facebook as we announce the mini-games in the weeks prior to the event. This may very well increase your odds of being one the winners!
If paying by check, please register online (there is a pay by check option) and mail your payment to Washington Street Mission, 408 N. 4th Street, Springfield, IL. 62702. Please indicate the check is for Trivia Night.
Early Bird Drawings Drawing #1 – April 4, 2025 (3) $100 Winners
Drawing #2 – April 17, 2025 (3) $100 Winners
Tickets may be purchased online or by mail:
Washington Street Mission 408 N 4th ST Springfield, IL. 62702
Please include form below when paying for tickets via mail.
Download Mail-In Form.
Final Drawing to be held Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Sangamon County Raffle License: 2025-00064
Official Rules
Must be 18 years or older at the time of purchase to win.
The Raffle is being conducted pursuant to the Illinois Raffles and Poker Runs Act, 230 ILCS 15/0.01 et seq., and the Sangamon County Code, Chapter 5.18 Raffles and Poker Runs, to raise funds for ongoing charitable purposes. Sangamon County Raffle License: 2025-00064.
All federal, state, and local laws and regulations apply. The Raffle is void where prohibited by law.
If fewer than 1,235 tickets are sold the prize pool will be reduced proportionally to equal 50% of net sales. If more than 1,235 tickets are sold the prize pool will increase proportionally by an amount equal to 35% of additional net sales.
A maximum of 5,000 tickets will be sold. If all tickets were sold at $25 per ticket, the maximum 1st prize value would be $39,280.41.
Non-Deductibility of Ticket Purchase: The IRS has taken the position that amounts paid for chances in raffles, lotteries or similar drawings for valuable prizes are not gifts, and consequently, the purchase of a Ticket does not qualify as a deductible charitable contribution. Taxes: There may be federal, state and/or local tax consequences of winning a prize in the Raffle. Any and all taxes are the sole responsibility of the winner. Purchasers of Tickets are advised to consult their own tax advisors with respect to tax liabilities that may arise from winning a prize in the Raffle.
Life skills classes follow a 12-week curriculum and are designed for individuals at-risk of or experiencing homelessness, addiction, mental illness, underemployment, or chronic unemployment. Classes are held on Wednesday afternoons. Participants may join at any time.
Every Wednesday at 12:30pm
Snacks and Refreshments Provided; Participants attending six classes receive a $10 gift card for participation.
January
22
Self Care – Personal Hygiene / Appearance
29
Time management, promptness, commitment, dedication
February
5
Conversation/Listening Skills
12
Anger Management
19
Setting Goals/Creating Action Plans, Coping with Change, Strategies for Staying Motivated
Join us on Saturday, September 14, 2024 for the ‘Back to 80’s’ Trivia Night benefitting Washington Street Mission. This year’s trivia night will be a fun and exciting evening complete with prizes for the best dressed team and best table decorations! So start gathering your friends and family, dust off your best 80’s outfits, and register your team early!
Event Details
Date: Saturday, September 14, 2024
Location: VFW Lafore Lock Post 755, 2211 Old Jacksonville Rd, Springfield
Doors Open: 6:00 PM Trivia Night: 7:00-10:00 PM
Cost: $150 per table of ten
*Can’t fill a table or looking for additional players? Contact us at info@washingtonstreetmission.org and we will help find you a team.
Food and Beverage: Cash bar, but bring your own snacks/food (including soda and water).
Your generosity can help nourish the lives of those in need.
Join us for a food and supply drive dedicated to supporting those facing homelessness and poverty in our community. We can’t wait to see you at the 6th Street County Market on July 26 & 27!
Location: County Market: 2777 S. 6th Street, Springfield
Melanie’s future is full of opportunity. She has a well paying job, her own vehicle, her own home and is looking forward to the future. But Melanie was not always the confident person she is today. When Melanie first showed up at Washington Street Mission she felt alone and without hope for the future.
Melanie, like many in our community was experiencing homelessness and suffering from addiction. But at the Mission, she found a community of caring people who worked with her to help her navigate community resources, find shelter, enter treatment and restore her faith. At the Mission, she seized the opportunity to build a better life.
Every day Mission staff and volunteers work tirelessly to help those struggling with homelessness, mental illness, substance abuse, or persistent poverty.
For more than 110 years, the Mission has provided hope and healing to those in need in our community.
We provide a safe and accepting community where all people are welcome and can find the care, compassion, and guidance they need to to begin the journey of rebuilding their faith and life.
Every day we serve 150 – 200 visitors at the Mission thanks to the generosity of our advocates, volunteers and donors. Join us in celebrating our next success by considering a gift to the Mission. Every gift, no matter how large or small makes a difference.
