Hospital Chaplain: Compassionate Care & Spiritual Guidance

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Hospital Chaplain based in Jackson, MS. The role involves providing compassionate religious and spiritual support to patients, families, and staff, alongside counseling individuals in need of guidance.

Qualified candidates will hold a Master's of Divinity and have completed clinical pastoral education. Experience in a hospital setting is preferred, and ecclesiastical endorsement is required. This position is full-time with responsibilities that include offering pastoral care and administering religious rites.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Divinity required.
• Experience as a hospital chaplain preferred (1 year).
• Ecclesiastical endorsement necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual support to patients and families.
• Conduct end-of-life counseling.
• Administer religious rites.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Active listening skills

Compassionate interpersonal skills

Knowledge of ethical behavior

Education

Masters of Divinity from an accredited association of Theological School

Clinical pastoral education (4 units)

Tools

Documentation systems

Job description

The University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Hospital Chaplain based in Jackson, MS. The role involves providing compassionate religious and spiritual support to patients, families, and staff, alongside counseling individuals in need of guidance.

Qualified candidates will hold a Master's of Divinity and have completed clinical pastoral education. Experience in a hospital setting is preferred, and ecclesiastical endorsement is required. This position is full-time with responsibilities that include offering pastoral care and administering religious rites.