Interfaith Chaplain - Catholic Priest

University of Vermont Health Network; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont Health Network is seeking an Interfaith Chaplain in the Spiritual Care Department to provide compassionate spiritual care to patients, families and staff in a medically complex setting. The role emphasizes respect for all faiths and spiritual traditions within the inpatient environment.

You will perform pastoral visitation, rites and prayer as appropriate, participate in interfaith services, assist with bereavement and crisis support, and collaborate with interdisciplinary

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Master’s degree in Theology, Religious Studies, Divinity, Spirituality or related field strongly preferred.
• At least one CPE unit from ACPE-accredited center; 4 CPE credits preferred.
• Certification by APC, NACC, CASC, or NAJC required or actively pursued.
• Ordination or commissioning and endorsement for hospital chaplaincy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual care to patients, families and staff honoring diverse faiths.
• Offer inpatient spiritual support and respond to spiritual needs under supervision.
• Conduct pastoral visitation, ritual care, sacraments and prayer as appropriate.
• Participate in interfaith worship, memorial services, bereavement care and crisis intervention.
• Join interdisciplinary rounds to support collaborative care.

Skills

Pastoral care

Interfaith sensitivity

Active listening

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree in Theology/Religious Studies/Divinity/Spirituality preferred

ACPE Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) unit required

Certification by APC/NACC/CASC/NAJC required or actively pursued

Ordination or commissioning with hospital chaplaincy endorsement preferred

Job description

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus

Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont

Regular

Department: Spiritual Care

Full Time

Standard Hours: 40

Biweekly Scheduled Hours:

Shift: Day

Primary Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 AM

Weekend Needs: Other

Salary Range: Min $27.85 Mid $34.82 Max $41.78

Recruiter: Chelsea Therrien

Job Summary:

As a member of the Spiritual Care Department, the Interfaith Chaplain is responsible for providing spiritual care to patients, families, and staff in ways that respect and honor any faith and spiritual traditions they may have. This includes offering spiritual support in the inpatient setting and responding to spiritual needs under the supervision of the Manager of Spiritual Care.

The Interfaith Chaplain contributes to interfaith spiritual care through pastoral visitation; ritual care when appropriate, including sacraments and prayer; participation in interfaith worship and memorial services; bereavement care, crisis intervention, and staff support. The Interfaith Chaplain participates in interdisciplinary meetings and rounds to foster collaborative care throughout the organization.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree is required. A master’s degree or equivalent experience in Theology, Religious Studies, Divinity, Spirituality, or a related field from an accredited institution is strongly preferred. Candidates must have completed at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) from an ACPE-accredited center with 4 CPE credits strongly preferred. Certification or active pursuit of certification by APC, NACC, CASC, or NAJC is required. Ordination or commissioning from a recognized religious or spiritual organization and endorsement for hospital chaplaincy from their spiritual/religious tradition is strongly preferred.

Experience:

One year of chaplaincy experience in a healthcare setting is required. Experience in spiritual caregiving in congregational, campus, military, hospice, or long-term care settings will also be considered.