Chaplain I - PRN

NACSW – North American Association of Christians in Social Work; Lakeway (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with match up to 5%

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Chaplain I - PRN to provide compassionate spiritual care to patients, families, and staff in Lakeway, Texas. This role offers holistic care and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team within a large not-for-profit health system.

The Chaplain I will organize religious services, assess spiritual needs, provide counseling, and support end-of-life decisions while coordinating with pastoral care managers and community networks.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include a Bachelor's degree and CPE unit.
• Experience: Less than 1 year with on-call requirement.
• Must live within 30 minutes of the facility.

Responsibilities

• Organizes, promotes, and conducts religious services for patients, families and staff.
• Conducts pastoral assessment of patients for spiritual and emotional care.
• Provides counseling support for patients, families and employees.
• Facilitates end-of-life care for patients and families.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, social workers, and staff to assess patient needs and improve care.
• Documents and maintains records of spiritual counseling for patients.

Education

Bachelor's

CPE unit

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Chaplain I - PRN

Baylor Scott & White Health

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Posted: 08-Aug-26

Location: Lakeway, Texas

Categories Mental Health/Social Services

Internal Number: 26004175_rxr-1

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Chaplain 1 offers spiritual care as part of a holistic team approach. Provides compassionate spiritual and emotional support for all Baylor Scott & White Health patients, family members, and staff, regardless of faith or religious affiliation.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Organizes, promotes, and conducts religious services for patients, families, and staff. This includes weekly worship, memorial services, baptisms, weddings, anointing, and coordinating bereavement needs.
• Conducts pastoral assessment of patients for spiritual and emotional care.
• Provides counseling support as needed for patients, families, and employees.
• Facilitates the end-of-life care for patients and families.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, social workers, counselors, and staff. Works as part of a team to assess patient needs and improve care.
• Conducts a pastoral assessment of a patient\'s spiritual and emotional status and the need for spiritual care.
• Develops relationships with local churches, community agencies and service organizations which supports the Baylor Scott & White Health community.
• Consults closely with Pastoral Care Managers as needed.
• Documents and maintains records of spiritual counseling for patients.
• Provides assessment and support of palliative care patients in accordance with joint commission requirements.
• Facilitates advance care planning with patients and families.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of philosophical systems and religions.
• Knowledge of the principles and methods of pastoral care and the role of a chaplain in an institutional setting.
• Knowledge of the religious beliefs and practices of various faiths, groups, and denominations.
• Able to communicate thoughts clearly; both verbally and in writing.
• Interpersonal and listening skills.
• Skill in counseling patients, family members and staff.
• Ability to counsel and comfort people during periods of stress.
• Denominational endorsement for chaplaincy, ordination or commissioning to ministry preferred.
• General computer skills, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, information security, electronic medical documentation, and email.
• Progress towards APCE Certification preferred.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
• MILEAGE FROM FACILITY - Due to the on-call aspect of this role, you must live within 30 minutes of the facility
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Cln Pastoral Education (CPE-U): One unit of CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education)

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About Baylor Scott & White Health

Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH) is the largest not-for-profit health care system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States. With a commitment to and a track record of innovation, collaboration, integrity and compassion for the patient, BSWH stands to be one of the nation’s exemplary health care organizations. Our mission is to serve all people by providing personalized health and wellness through exemplary care, education and research as a Christian ministry of healing. Joining our team is not just accepting a job, it’s accepting a calling!

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