Staff Chaplain- Good Samaritan

Advocatehealth; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate and skilled Staff Chaplain to provide spiritual care and support to patients and families. This role involves participating actively in the Mission and Spiritual Care department, ensuring that services are delivered efficiently and in alignment with the organization's values. The ideal candidate will possess a Master of Divinity or equivalent, along with clinical pastoral education and experience. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a hospital setting, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to enhance the spiritual well-being of those in need. If you are dedicated to serving others and have strong communication skills, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Divinity or equivalent required.
• 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) necessary.
• Board certification must be obtained within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Deliver spiritual care and support to patients and families.
• Participate in the Mission and Spiritual Care department.
• Maintain ecclesiastical endorsement through community participation.

Skills

Good communication skills

Time management skills

Ability to understand and facilitate group process

Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams

Therapeutic communication skills

Demonstrated problem-solving abilities

Demonstrated group process skills

Leadership

Basic computer skills

Education

Master of Divinity or equivalent Master's program

Four units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)

Board certification within 18 months of hire

Job description

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Education/Experience Required

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Master of Divinity or equivalent Master's program. If equivalency, a letter is required from a certification agency (APC, NACC, ACPE, NAJC) stating that the theological education standards for certification have been met.

Four successfully completed units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE). Ecclesiastical endorsement from his/her religious faith community. Member in good standing with his/her sponsoring faith community. 1-3 years of clinical chaplaincy experience.

Major Responsibilities

Responsible for delivering a person-centered ministry of spiritual care, support, and sacraments for patients, families, physicians, and hospital personnel.

Participation in the life and work of the Mission and Spiritual Care department to assure integrated efficient services.

Support of the Advocate Mission, Values and Philosophy in areas of clinical responsibilities.

Maintain good standing and ecclesiastical endorsement through active participation in the life and work of the faith community.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Good communication skills. Time management skills. Ability to understand and facilitate group process. Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams. Therapeutic communication skills. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities. Demonstrated group process skills and leadership. The ability to use word processing and learn basic computer programs. Ability to communicate effectively in English as related to the performance of the essential job activities outlined.

Board certification obtained within 18 months of hire. Candidate for certification in Association of Professional Chaplains, National Association of Catholic Chaplains, or National Association of Jewish Chaplains.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

Must be able to work flexible hours to accommodate 24 hour on-call coverage including evening and night shifts. Ability to work designated shifts, weekends, and holidays. May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases. May be in contact with aggressive or agitated patients. Knowledge of techniques to manage patients is a must. May be involved in restraining patients. Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment.

If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care