BOTC also includes physical training and sports programs. Successful completion is a prerequisite for continued enrollment and for further training. As the unit chaplain, you will be in the privileged position to work with all members of the unit and their families, if necessary, regardless of rank or position. You will be responsible for the pastoral care and oversight of the members, responding to spiritual and mental health needs as required. You will know how to recognize specific psychosocial and spiritual difficulties and make recommendations for referral or disposition.
Chaplains provide a ministry of presence and offer spiritual teaching programs.
Ceremonies typically require the chaplain to offer prayers, and church services in public and unit parades. Liaison with other spiritual leaders in the civilian community is expected. Depending on your availability, it is also possible to receive full-time employment during the summer. Once in a while, there are opportunities for full-time work for a specified period of time, usually no less than six months and up to 3 years. Chaplain positions to Naval Operations at sea are available on occasion.