Chaplain 1 - Night Shifts

Baylor Scott & White Health•Dallas, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chaplain 1 offers spiritual care as part of a holistic team approach. Provides compassionate spiritual and emotional support for all Baylor Scott & White Health patients, family members, and staff, regardless of faith or religious affiliation.

Requirements

Chaplain should be board certified within two years of employment.
Knowledge of philosophical systems and religions.
Knowledge of the principles 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.
Able to communicate thoughts clearly; both verbally and in writing.
Interpersonal and listening skills.
Skill in counseling patients, family members and staff.
Ability to counsel and comfort people during periods of stress.
General computer skills, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, information security, electronic medical documentation, and email.
Bachelor's degree
Less than 1 Year of Experience
One unit of CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) preferred or obtain CPE within 18 months required.

Nice To Haves

Denominational endorsement for chaplaincy, ordination or commissioning to ministry preferred.
Progress towards APCE Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Organizes, promotes, and conducts religious services for patients, families, and staff. This includes weekly worship, memorial services, baptisms, weddings, anointing, and coordinating bereavement needs.
Conducts pastoral assessment of patients for spiritual and emotional care.
Provides counseling support as needed for patients, families, and employees.
Facilitates the end-of-life care for patients and families.
Collaborates with physicians, nurses, social workers, counselors, and staff. Works as part of a team to assess patient needs and improve 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.
Consults closely with Pastoral Care Managers as needed.
Documents and maintains records of spiritual counseling for patients.
Provides assessment and support of palliative care patients in accordance with joint commission requirements.
Facilitates advance care planning with patients and families.