Chaplain I - PRN (PGA Parkway)

Baylor Scott & White Health•Frisco, TX

29d

About The Position

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. WORK SCHEDULE Aside from the Pastoral Care Manager, this is the only PRN position at the Parkway location. It requires availability for 3-4 days per week, including weekends.

Requirements

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
Verbal and written communication skills
Interpersonal and listening skills
Skill in counseling patients, family members and staff
Ability to counsel and comfort individuals during periods of stress
Ability to be inclusive and respectful of people who represent differences in faith, race, culture and sexual orientation
Ability to actively participate as a member of a professional therapeutic team
EDUCATION - Bachelor's
EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
Cln Pastoral Education (CPE-U): One unit of CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) preferred or obtain CPE within 18 months required.

Responsibilities

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
Collaborates with physicians, nurses, social workers, counselors, and ancillary staff as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team in assessing patient needs and to strengthen 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 individual records of spiritual counseling for patients