PRN Chaplain 1

Decker Jones, P.C.; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate PRN Chaplain to provide spiritual care and support to patients and their families. This role emphasizes a holistic, multidisciplinary approach, ensuring that emotional and spiritual needs are met during challenging times. The Chaplain will organize religious services, offer counseling, and collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and listening skills, along with a deep understanding of various faiths and pastoral care methods. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Immediate eligibility for health benefits

401(k) savings plan with match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with less than 1 year of experience.
• CPE preferred or to be obtained within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Provides spiritual care and emotional support to patients and families.
• Conducts religious services and provides counseling for staff and patients.
• Partners with healthcare professionals to assess patient needs.

Skills

Knowledge of philosophical systems and religions

Knowledge of pastoral care methods

Verbal and written communication skills

Exceptional listening skills

Skill in counseling

Ability to counsel during stress

Team participation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The PRN Chaplain 1 provides access to spiritual care as part of the holistic, multidisciplinary team approach when helping patients deal with or recover from their illness or injury. Provides compassionate spiritual and emotional support for all Baylor Scott & White Health patients, family members and staff, regardless of faith background or religious affiliation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

• Organizes, promotes, and conducts religious services for patients, their families and staff including weekly worship, memorial services, baptisms, weddings, anointing and coordinating bereavement needs
• Provides counseling and other spiritual education activities for employees, students, and patients
• Supports the end-of-life care for patients by offering pastoral support and counseling to patients and families
• Partners with physicians, nurses, social workers, counselors, and ancillary staff as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team in assessing patient needs and to improve patient care
• Conducts a pastoral assessment of a patient's spiritual and emotional status and the need for spiritual care
• Develops relationships with local churches, community agencies and service organizations which supports the Baylor Scott & White Health community
• Documents and maintains records of spiritual counseling for patients

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Knowledge of philosophical systems and religions
• Knowledge of the methods and methods of pastoral care and the role of a chaplain in an institutional setting
• Knowledge of the religious beliefs and practices of various faiths, groups, and denominations
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional listening skills
• Skill in counseling patients, family members and staff
• Ability to counsel people during periods of stress
• Ability to passionately participate as a member of a professional therapeutic team

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Cln Pastoral Education (CPE-U): One unit of CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) preferred or obtain CPE within 18 months required.