Chaplain Associate - Good Shepherd

Advocatehealth; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Chaplain Associate to provide holistic spiritual care to patients and families. This role involves delivering support during medical crises, facilitating ethical discussions, and promoting patient safety. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams. Join a dedicated team committed to making a meaningful impact in the healthcare environment, where your contributions will help guide patients and families through challenging times. This is an exciting opportunity to grow in a supportive and dynamic setting that values spiritual care.

Qualifications

• Eligible for faith group endorsement.
• Must participate in overnight and weekend on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver spiritual care and consultation to patients and families.
• Respond to emergencies and assist families with patient-related needs.
• Facilitate discussions on medical-ethical dilemmas.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Problem solving skills

Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams

Cross-cultural communication

Cultural humility

Religious diversity

Education

B.A./B.S. or equivalent religious education

1 unit of CPE accredited by ACPE

Job description

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Advocate Good Shepherd

PRN- schedule as needed (Nights and Weekends)

• Delivers wholistic ministry of spiritual care for patients, families, team members and physicians. Provides spiritual care, consultation and short-term counseling to patients, families, physicians, and team members as assigned and in accordance with site and system policies, facilitates sacramental ministries.
• Responds to codes, emergencies and/or crises. Assists families with their needs in relation to the patient’s illness so they can provide supportive care to the patient: assists family members in understanding procedures surrounding a death and in contacting families or other significant persons. Promotes patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participating in safety initiatives.
• Facilitates and encourages discussion and decision making related to medical-ethical dilemmas, such as, termination of treatment, organ donation, do not resuscitate (DNR) orders, living wills and durable power of attorney, and ensures that religious/faith issues are addressed.
• Supports and interprets the mission and values of Advocate Aurora Health in clinical and departmental responsibilities and team member engagement. Supports the hospital ministry of parish clergy through referrals, consultation and education.

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required

• Eligible for faith group endorsement

Education Required

• B.A./B.S. or equivalent religious education based on faith group requirements.
• 1 unit of CPE accredited by ACPE.

Experience Required

• None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Must be able to participate in overnight and weekend on-call rotation per the department schedule, including moving between sites of care as needed.
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relation skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to address and resolve conflicts.
• Demonstrated ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Competence in cross-cultural communication, cultural humility and religious diversity.
• Ability to trust, adapt to change, and to work with diverse personalities, cultures and faith traditions.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• May be exposed to blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Availability and transportation to serve on-call rotation as needed.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and bend throughout the workday.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care