Part-Time Chaplain

State of Missouri; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking a Part-time Chaplain for a 224-bed psychiatric facility on two campuses. The role is 10 hours per week and focuses on spiritual, social, and emotional support for patients and staff within a compassionate pastoral team.

The chaplain will work in partnership with the interdisciplinary clinical team, adhere to the Department of Mental Health mission, and participate in annual trainings, vaccinations, and TB testing.

Qualifications

• Experience and education in ministry strongly preferred.
• Mentoring and training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and staff in meeting spiritual, social, and emotional needs.
• Work within the facility's mission, vision and values.

Skills

Pastoral care

Communication skills

Education

Ministry training preferred

Job description

Part Time Chaplaincy Position

Part-time (10 hours a week) Chaplain needed in a 224‑bed psychiatric facility located on two campuses.

The Chaplain assists patients and staff in meeting their spiritual, social, and emotional needs during their stay. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with Department of Mental Health and facility specific mission, vision and values.

• Experience and education in ministry strongly preferred.
• Possess an understanding of mental illness or be willing to learn. Mentoring and training will be provided.

Compassion and respect for the dignity of each person.

• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to minister to the whole person with an emphasis on the spiritual.
• Ability to be self-reflective about work.
• Responds with respect, graciousness, kindness and spiritual comfort.
• Ability to work independently in the context of a strong pastoral team and in cooperation with the interdisciplinary clinical team to provide quality services.
• Able to work in emotional and stressful situations.
• Advocates for patients and/or co-worker when the need arises.
• Able to take direction and willing to receive training about providing pastoral care to the mentally ill.
• Uses computer systems and telephone systems effectively.
• Must complete all annual training as assigned.
• Must comply with Department policy regarding vaccinations and TB testing.
• A background check and drug testing are required conditions of employment by the Department of Mental Health.

We are a diverse facility. The Chaplain must be willing to work with love and compassion to support all clients in their spiritual growth regardless of the client’s faith or lack thereof.

Must be able to respectfully support our LGBTQ+ clients and staff in a supportive and non-judgmental manner.