Chaplain Edmond Hospital-PRN-Days

OU Medicine; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Oklahoma is seeking a Chaplain for Edmond Hospital to provide spiritual guidance and conduct religious services for patients and staff. This position requires a degree in religion and specialized training. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and the ability to work under stressful conditions. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients.

Benefits

PTO

401(k)

Medical and dental plans

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited college with a degree in religion.
• Completion of specialized clinical pastoral training.
• Ability to supervise chaplains of all faiths.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties of Chaplain.
• Conduct religious programs for patients and staff.
• Offer spiritual guidance to patients.

Skills

Knowledge of religious theories and practices

Counseling methods

Effective communication skills

Education

Degree in religion or equivalent training

Completion of specialized clinical pastoral training

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Chaplain Edmond Hospital-PRN-Days

Department: Pastoral Care

Location: OU Health Edmond

Shift Available: PRN Days (Weekdays and Weekends)

General Description

Under general direction, supervises and participates in professional clinical pastoral work for the OU Health.

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Performs duties of Chaplain.
• Conducts special programs, such as Sunday schools, Bible classes and religious services for patients and staff.
• Visits new admissions; makes routine visits to units to offer spiritual guidance or personal adjustment when appropriate.
• Supervises clinical training of pastoral interns in one or more specialized phases of the training program.
• Serves as a correspondent for inpatients when necessary.
• Represents OU Health to outside agencies and organizations when explaining the role and purpose of the Chaplain’s service.

General Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduated from an accredited college or university with a degree or equivalent number of twenty-four (24) semester hours in religion; or graduated from an accredited theological seminary; AND completion of a specialized clinical pastoral training in an accredited training program; an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting two (2) years of full time employment as an ordained minister, priest or rabbi in an established church, temple or synagogue for completion of the specialized clinical pastoral training.

Experience: None

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of religious theories, principles and practices of different faith groups. Knowledge of counseling methods and techniques. Ability to supervise chaplains of all faiths. Ability to develop and conduct religious services, rites, Sunday school and Bible classes. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the public. Must have good conversation skills, which foster empathy for a patient’s condition and consideration for the feelings and concerns of family and staff. Work will often be under stressful conditions.

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