Chaplain

Acadia; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia in Kennett Square, PA is seeking a Chaplain to provide spiritual support to residents, families, and staff. You will foster an atmosphere of respect, offer guidance, and participate in care discussions.

A Bachelor’s Degree is required, and a Master’s Degree is preferred along with previous pastoral experience. CPR certification and clinical pastoral certification are also required. Join our committed team to enhance the emotional well-being of our community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s preferred.
• Theological curriculum completion and pastoral care skills.
• Previous pastoral experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Foster respect and dignity for spiritual needs.
• Offer religious and spiritual guidance.
• Participate in committees and patient conferences.
• Provide consultation regarding spiritual needs.

Skills

Religious guidance

Documentation practices

Patient empathy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

Purpose Statement

Member of the treatment team who provides for the spiritual needs of residents, families, and staff. The Chaplain assists patients/residents to understand more fully life’s events as they relate to their spiritual and emotional well‑being.

Essential Functions

• Foster an atmosphere of respect and dignity for spiritual needs.
• Offer religious and spiritual guidance to patients.
• Offer prayer and reflection.
• May participate in committees and patient conferences to enhance the continuity of care.
• Develop positive working relationships with members of the treatment team.
• Provide consultation and appropriate resources to interdisciplinary and group therapists regarding the spiritual needs and requests of the patient as they relate to treatment.
• Keep documentation as required.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude toward customers; acknowledge patient needs and work to resolve complaints; recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Completion of curriculum of theological classes and displays skills and competencies in pastoral care required.
• Previous pastoral experience preferred.

License and Certifications

• Certification by an appropriate clinical pastoral agency.
• CPR and de‑escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

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