Chaplain

Methodist Health System; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Health System seeks a Staff Chaplain to provide spiritual care and emotional support throughout the hospital. The role requires a Masters of Divinity, clinical pastoral education, and involves on-call duties along with the coordination of care for grieving families. This position offers the opportunity to work in a Magnet-designated hospital known for its commitment to community and excellence in healthcare.

Benefits

Magnet-designated hospital

Top Places to Work in Healthcare

Qualifications

• Masters of Divinity or equivalent degree required.
• 1 year hospital experience preferred.
• Board Certified Chaplain or BCC eligible preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and families.
• Facilitate the release of deceased bodies to appropriate agencies.
• Participate in departmental pastoral care tasks.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to handle confidential information

Ability to relate to diverse groups

Flexible interpersonal skills

Education

Masters of Divinity or equivalent degree

Minimum of 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education

Job description

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Job Description – Staff Chaplain

Your Job:
The Chaplain will participate in the ministry of the department by providing spiritual care and emotional support to patients, families and staff throughout the hospital and in an assigned clinical area. You will be responsible for on-call duty and hospital rounding.

Supports the mission, vision, values, and strategic goals of Methodist Health System.

Your Job Requirements:

• Masters of Divinity or equivalent degree.
• Minimum of4 completed units of Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE Accredited preferred).
• Ability to relate to people of all ages, all religions, cultures and ethnic groups.
• Ordination and/or endorsement from appropriate religious body. (preferred)
• 1 year hospital experience.
• Board Certified Chaplain (preferred) or BCC eligible (BCC required within two years of hire)

Your Job Responsibilities:

• Participates in the ministry of the department by providing pastoral care, spiritual support, and emotional support to patients and families through regular rounding, clinical assignments, and responding to all hospital codes.
• Coordinates and facilitates release and transport of deceased bodies to appropriate agency.
• Interfaces with external agencies/organizations inclusive of (but not limited to) funeral homes, Medical Examiners, Organ and Tissue donation, community support groups, religious organizations.
• Provides grief support and counseling as appropriate to deceased’s family and friends.
• Collaborates with local religious leaders, chaplain volunteers, visiting clergy, and spiritual caregivers.
• Participates in other pastoral and administrative duties as assigned under the direction of the clinical manager.
• Provide staff support through regular rounding, organized support programs, and debriefings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Additional Job Description

Job summary:
Category B - Employee with patient care impact
FLSA: Exempt
Job Purpose: Provide pastoral care to patients, families and staff of Methodist Health System.
Supports the mission, vision, values and strategic goals of Methodist Health System.

Age Specific Care Considerations
Adults: 18+ years - 35 years
Adults: 35+ years - 65 years
Adults: 65+ years
Children D: 12+ years - 18 years

Education
Masters of Divinity or Equivalent

Licenses and/or Certifications (Required and Preferred)
Minimum of 4 (four) units of Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE Preferred).
Ordination and/or endorsement from appropriate religious body. (preferred).
Board Certified Chaplain (preferred) or BCC Eligible (BCC required within two years of hire date).

Related Work Experience and Other Skills
Ability to handle confidential information
Ability to relate to people of all ages, all religions, cultural, and ethnic groups.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Flexible with excellent interpersonal skills
Work Experience: 1 year hospital experience.

Department Specific Competencies (Clinical Only)

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Job Roles
Provides spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and staff
Facilitates release of deceased to appropriate agencies
Facilitates worship services, rituals, and sacraments as needed
Interacts with local faith communities and faith leaders

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is one of North Texas’ best places to work. And it keeps getting better. The flagship hospital of Methodist Health System, Methodist Dallas is a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital. It is home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in southern Dallas, the first and only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, and the newly renovated Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center. Celebrating more than 90 years of service, we strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

• Magnet-designated hospital
• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023
• Top 10 Military Friendly Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly Employer, 2023
• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
• Liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation programs