Associate Chaplain: Spiritual Care & Crisis Support

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking an Associate Chaplain to provide compassionate spiritual care to patients and families as part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. The role includes conducting patient visits, offering presence and spiritual support, and aiding in their healing journey.

The Associate Chaplain will address spiritual concerns, collaborate with physicians and staff, and participate in weekend/on-call duties to ensure continuous spiritual care coverage across departments.

Qualifications

• One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education.
• Bachelor's degree in theology, Pastoral Ministry or related field.
• Two years of relevant ministry experience preferred.
• Further Clinical Pastoral Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and address spiritual and emotional concerns of patients, families, and healthcare colleagues with compassionate support.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to ensure holistic, patient-centered care.
• Respond with compassion during codes and crisis situations in the Emergency Department and critical care units.
• Document spiritual care assessments and interventions for continuity of care.

Education

Bachelor's degree in theology, Pastoral Ministry or related field

One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education

Job description

Henry Ford Health is seeking an Associate Chaplain to provide compassionate spiritual care to patients and families as part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. The role includes conducting patient visits, offering presence and spiritual support, and aiding in their healing journey.

The Associate Chaplain will address spiritual concerns, collaborate with physicians and staff, and participate in weekend/on-call duties to ensure continuous spiritual care coverage across departments.