53 Mill Street, Westfield, MA 01085 • 413.562.3627
Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center, located in Westfield, MA, has an immediate opening for a full-time experienced Executive Director who is a leader with depth of spiritual understanding and experience grounded in the Roman Catholic faith. The role of the Executive Director is to bring to fruition the mission and vision through the oversight, management and development of retreat programming, with excellent management skills together with a passion for hospitality in a setting that promotes healing of mind, body and spirit.
Genesis, a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization, established in 1976 is a retreat and conference center founded by the Sisters of Providence of Holyoke, MA. and is beautifully situated on 19.5 acres of peaceful wooded property. In 2016 Genesis was certified as Providence Arboretum and includes vegetable gardens, spiritual reflection points such as the Compassionate Curve pathway, a labyrinth, and peace pole.
This Retreat Center is open year-round, welcoming individuals and groups of women and men of all faith traditions who seek time and space for reflection and a deeper relationship with God. It offers private and directed retreats, various sponsored and hosted day and overnight programs, and has 30 overnight guest rooms and two dining rooms. A free-standing Carriage House provides several conference and meeting rooms that can accommodate approximately 75 to 100 people.
We seek a qualified leader who is able to be a spokesperson for this faith-based Center that is rooted in the Roman Catholic faith. This person is a consensus builder able to work effectively with staff, volunteers and Board members. Major areas of responsibility include: Spiritual Leadership / Culture: the ability to integrate the Mission and Core Values of Genesis at all levels of the organization; Management/ Finance – capacity to work with the Board and staff to plan for the future vitality and sustainability of the Center as well as oversee operational departments – finance, marketing, dietary, housekeeping maintenance and grounds; and ability to work with the Program Director in designing and implementing innovative and meaningful spiritual programs and experiences in an atmosphere of sacred space. Demonstrated general knowledge and skills in human resources is a plus. Some evening and weekend requirements.
The ideal candidate will have a degree in theology, contemporary spirituality, religious studies, pastoral ministry, or equivalent and relevant management experience. Preference will be given to candidates with experience with spiritual retreat/conference center management.
Full time benefit package includes health and dental insurance, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and more.
To apply, kindly submit a cover letter describing your interest and sense of fit with the qualifications of the position plus a current resume to:
Richard Thorne, Thorne Consulting
Job Title: Program Director
Status: Full-Time, Hourly, Exempt
Anticipated Hours: 40 hours per week
Reports to: Executive Director
Are you passionate about the well-being of others? Do you seek to bring spiritual nourishment and awareness to all who seek deeper connection with themselves and the divine?
Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center seeks a full-time Program Director.
Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center, located in Westfield, MA, has an immediate opening for a full-time experienced Program Director. We are seeking a person with depth of spiritual understanding and experience who is grounded in the Roman Catholic faith, to bring to fruition the mission and vision through the oversight, management and development of retreat programming.
Our ideal candidate will have experience working in a spiritual and/or nonprofit setting, previous experience creating and executing various types of programming with positive results, and training and experience as a spiritual guide (director) and/or willingness to complete a training program. A graduate degree in theology (Masters of Divinity, contemporary spirituality, religious studies, pastoral ministry, theology, or equivalent) is preferred.
Genesis, a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization, established in 1976 is a retreat and conference center founded by the Sisters of Providence of Holyoke, MA. and is beautifully situated on 19.5 acres of peaceful wooded property. In 2016 Genesis was certified as Providence Arboretum and includes gardens, spiritual reflection points such as the Compassionate Curve pathway, a labyrinth, and peace pole.
This Retreat Center is open year-round, welcoming individuals and groups of women and men of all faith traditions who seek time and space for reflection and a deeper relationship with God. It offers private and directed retreats, various sponsored and hosted day and overnight programs, and has 30 overnight guest rooms and two dining rooms. A free-standing Carriage House provides several conference and meeting rooms that can accommodate approximately 75 to 100 people.
Anticipated Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm. Flexible schedule to accommodate evenings and weekends as needed.
Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000
Benefits Package: Full time benefit package includes health and dental insurance, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and more.
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Application: To apply, kindly submit a cover letter describing your interest and sense of fit with the qualifications of the position plus a current resume to:
Anne Chapdelaine, Interim Executive Director
Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference Center
53 Mill Street
Westfield, MA 01085
Anne Chapdelaine: achapdelaine@sisofprov.org
Please No Phone Calls.
Genesis Spiritual Life and Conference seeks a part-time dining/kitchen associate to assist the head chef in creating an outstanding guest experience. Help support our culinary services ensuring guests enjoy a friendly and attentive dining experience.
Must possess a positive attitude and be a team player with good communication skills, both written and orally, with a sound understanding of the English language. Have a general knowledge of food and the operation of kitchen/dish room equipment. Be able to lift an average of 60 pounds without restrictions, bend and twist
In all aspects of the role, you are able to seamlessly integrate and communicate the Genesis mission of revealing an environment that reveals the love of God for all creation and brings hope and healing to all who come.
Anticipated hours: 20 hours/week. Flexible schedule to accommodate evenings and weekends as needed.
Salary range: $14.25-$15.00
Application deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, until filled. Anticipate filling the position on or before Sept. 1, 2022.
Summary: The Dining/Kitchen Associate assists with dining services and kitchen functions, focused on our guest’s experience.
Responsibilities (summary, not all-inclusive)
Cleaning & preparing rooms:
Qualifications:
As needed:
No phone calls please.
