Clinical Chaplain Lake Wales

1103 Team Member Services; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

PTO from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

AdventHealth is seeking an experienced Chaplain to provide spiritual care to patients, families, and staff across crises and routine situations. The role requires collaboration with community clergy, leadership, and on-call flexibility, serving within a faith-based health system in Florida.

The Chaplain will respond to referrals promptly, participate in department trainings, and contribute to whole-person care, ethics discussions, and staff support initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master's degree is required or equivalent
• Field of Study: Master's of Divinity or related field such as spiritual care or chaplaincy
• Four units of Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE) required

Responsibilities

• Provides timely pastoral care and spiritual support to patients, families, and staff during crises and routine situations.
• Responds to inpatient referrals within 24 hours and outpatient referrals within 48 hours.
• Collaborates with community clergy to provide spiritual care and lead workshops.
• Coordinates spiritual support for patient care and team support during care transitions.
• Participates in hiring assessments for campus leaders and new-employee orientation.

Skills

Pastoral care

English language

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Master's degree in Divinity or related field

ACPE/CPE training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Healthcare EHR systems

Job description

Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits

Schedule: PRN Shift: Night (United States of America) Address: 451 S 11Th St City: Lake Wales State: Florida Postal Code: 33853

Job Description

• Provides timely pastoral care and spiritual support to patients, families, and staff during crises, emergencies, and routine situations.
• Responds to inpatient referrals within 24 hours and outpatient referrals within 48 hours, including evening and weekend chaplaincy care.
• Participates in mandatory facility-wide and department training/meetings, demonstrating knowledge of fire, safety, security, and disaster procedures.
• Collaborates with community clergy, local congregations, and community events to provide spiritual care and lead educational workshops.
• Engages in leadership spiritual formation and supports campus/entity leadership through spiritual care and mission resources.
• Coordinates appropriate spiritual support for patient care and team support, addressing concerns at times of care transition.
• Manages whole person care concerns for patients and team members, participating in ethics consults and family meetings.
• Contributes to department goals and objectives, fostering staff cohesiveness and communication.
• Adheres to AdventHealth organizational and departmental policies, including mission, vision, values, and code of conduct.
• Participates in hiring assessments for campus leaders and new-employee orientation.
• Provides 24/7/365 in-person care for spiritual wholeness concerns in assigned settings, including acute crises and pre-surgical support.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Personal commitment to God [Required]
• Personal integrity and an ability to work under stress [Required]
• Proficient in the English language [Required]
• Ability to effectively relate to and consistently provide professional, meaningful, spiritual care to patients, families, and staff from diverse backgrounds with respect and reverence toward individual values and beliefs [Required]
• Ability to demonstrate professional pastoral qualities that earn the respect of nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals in the clinical context [Required]
• Establish constructive working relationships with all members of the healthcare team, including staff chaplains, and community clergy and caregivers [Required]
• Full knowledge and understanding of whole person health principles and related spiritual needs [Required]
• Proficient in spiritual care principles and assessment abilities [Required]
• Displays a high skill level completing tasks and communicating effectively using Microsoft Office Suite and other healthcare system charting and communications applications [Required]
• Able to enter Pastoral Care visit information in healthcare system databases efficiently and correctly [Required]
• Must be willing to fill a flexible schedule for on-call and other assignments [Required]
• Debrief and crisis intervention skills [Required]
• Enjoys collaboration and working as a team [Required]
• Articulate an understanding of institutional culture, systems, and corporate relationships [Required]
• Public speaking and communication skills for devotionals and other staff meetings [Required]

Education

• Master's degree [Required]
• Field of Study: Master's of Divinity or (72-hour minimum) in theology, religious education or related field such as spiritual care or chaplaincy.

Work Experience

• Four units of Clinical Pastoral Education, at a center accredited by ACPE, Inc [Required]
• Four-unit residency in Clinical Pastoral Education [Preferred]
• Congregational pastoral experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications

• Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) [Preferred]
• Ordained Minister (ORDM) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

Pay Range: $25.62 - $47.65

Background Screening Requirement

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law) Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.