We are searching for a Chaplain - someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will provide pastoral care, spiritual counseling and guidance to patients, families and staff of the hospital.
Schedule: Thursday and Friday's 7am - 3:30pm and Saturday and Sunday 7:00am - 7:30pm
Qualifications:
- Graduate of a fully accredited theological seminary with a Master of Divinity degree or canonically acceptable equivalent which could be verified with Board Certified Chaplain Eligibility
- 4 Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) courses verified by the hospital or accredited educational institution
- Board Certified Chaplain from the APC, NACC, NAJC, or CASC preferred
- Individual ordained by her/his faith group preferred
- Board certified within two years required
Responsibilities:
- Develops and implements ministry objectives, policies and procedures consistent with hospital philosophy
- May actively support the Spiritual Care Volunteer programs through mentoring and continuing education programs
- Evaluates patient/family needs for spiritual guidance and counseling. Initiates or recommends programs to meet those needs
- Administers the sacraments and perform religious rites, e.g. baptism, or arranges for appropriate religious leader to do so
- Maintains availability for consultation to hospital staff and other individuals on matters pertaining to hospital ministry
- Creates and promotes healing & wholeness programs including Critical Incident Response Team activities and supports the specialized ministry of healthcare chaplaincy in every setting
- Collaborates with Volunteer Services Asst. Director in planning and teaching Spiritual Care Volunteer classes
