Chaplain (PRN)

Empath Health; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing spiritual support and care for patients and families in need. This role as a Chaplain involves assessing spiritual needs, developing care plans, and offering bereavement support. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and community clergy to ensure holistic care for the terminally ill. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, this innovative organization values the unique contributions of each team member. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the community and have a heart for ministry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Board certified chaplain or eligible for certification within two years.
• Master’s degree in Divinity or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Assess spiritual care needs and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide bereavement support and conduct memorial services.

Skills

Spiritual Leadership

Clinical Pastoral Education

Conflict Resolution

Bereavement Support

Interfaith Ministry

Education

Master’s degree in Divinity

Master’s degree in Theology

Master’s degree in Pastoral Care

Tools

Electronic Medical Record Systems

Automobile for transportation

Job description

Tidewell Hospice, a member of Empath Health is currently seeking a Chaplain (PRN) to join our team.

The chaplain offers spiritual support and services consistent with the spiritual beliefs of patients and families. Spiritual care is provided in cooperation with the interdisciplinary team. The chaplain also provides spiritual support and leadership for staff and volunteers. He/she serves as a liaison to community clergy and congregations.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assess spiritual care needs of patient/families referred for spiritual support. Complete initial spiritual care assessment within the timeframe defined by Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
2. Develop an individualized spiritual care plan customized to patient/family goals, needs and concerns.
3. Consult and collaborate with IDT members and other faith leaders as requested regarding patient/family expressed spiritual care goals and needs.
4. Provide effective interventions as needed for identified spiritual care concerns.
5. Plan, conduct and provide religious services, rituals, sacraments, study of sacred texts, and other sacerdotal functions in keeping with the faith traditions of those involved.
6. Responsible for scheduled on-call rotations, making visits as requested.
7. Provide bereavement support to patients, families, and team members to support effective grieving.
8. Development and provision of patient funerals and memorial services as well as agency community memorial services.
9. Conduct all activities in accordance with professional standards and ethical guidelines
10. Observe proper infection control practices.
11. Ensure patient safety through collaboration with the interdisciplinary group.
12. Document patient care activities in the electronic medical record according to agency guidelines.
13. Regularly attend and contribute to required meetings and committees.
14. Participate in and assist with the orientation of new employees, helping to instill our organizational vision, mission, and values.
15. Collaborate effectively with and provide training for volunteers.
16. Provide emotional/spiritual support to colleagues.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Board certified chaplain with Association of Professional Chaplains, National Association of Catholic Chaplains, National Association of Jewish Chaplains or Spiritual Care Association preferred. If not, must be eligible and willing to work towards attaining board certification within the first two years of employment.

•Education and/or Experience: Master’s degree in Divinity, Theology, Pastoral Care, or related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent level of preparation as determined by their faith group.

• Additional Education: Minimum of two units of Clinical Pastoral Education. Four units preferred.

• One to two years of previous experience in spiritual leadership and inter-faith ministry strongly preferred.

•Ability to take a leadership role in change management and conflict resolution.

•Compassion for and understanding of ministry to the terminally ill, their caregivers and families.

•Sufficient spiritual and emotional maturity to understand and exhibit healthy professional boundaries when working with a highly vulnerable population.

•Ability to be an educator, advocate and resource for patients and families, team members, community clergy and congregations regarding the spiritual issues and care of the terminally ill.

•Sufficient training and experience to participate in bereavement services.

•Ability to organize, arrange for, or conduct memorial services as requested.

•Must have reliable transportation which will enable them to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must be able to provide proof of automobile insurance, a copy of which will be placed in their employee file.

Empath Health values diversity as it strengthens our community and care. We embrace the diversity of cultures, thoughts, beliefs and traditions of our employees, volunteers and people we are honored to serve across our network. Our diverse staff reflects our community and each day, we work to be respectful, sensitive and competent with each other and those in our care. In every journey, we are dedicated to achieving comfort, dignity and exceptional care. Those of all backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply with us or seek our care and services.

Our commitment to patient, client, staff and volunteer safety is a cornerstone of a High Reliability Organization with a focus on zero harm. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Empath Health employees.

Providing compassionate, full life care is an honor we take seriously at Empath Health. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community!