Chaplain I

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare • Memphis, TN

53d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides pastoral care and/or counseling to patients, family members, Associates, Medical Staff and visitors associated with Methodist Healthcare – Memphis Hospitals. Provides spiritual care by seeking to understand the relationship between faith, illness, and the feelings and thoughts that motivate healthy and meaningful use of each person's beliefs and attitudes. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

Requirements

• Master's Degree Divinity
• Master's Degree Theology
• Hospital Chaplain 1-3 years experience

Nice To Haves

• Board Certified Jewish Chaplain - National Association of Jewish Chaplains
• Board Certified Catholic Chaplain - National Association of Catholic Chaplains
• Board Certified Chaplain - IC - Board of Chaplaincy Certification Incorporated Commission
• Functional knowledge of the religious principles of major faiths.
• Ability to work effectively with persons of diverse religious, cultural, and racial backgrounds.
• Skill and proficiency in applying advanced concepts, principles and professional techniques in the field of chaplaincy.
• Ability to listen, understand, and minister to the specific spiritual needs of persons in crisis.

Responsibilities

• Provides pastoral care and/or counseling to patients, family members and visitors.
• Provides pastoral care and/or counseling to Associates and Medical Staff.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for self-development and enhancement of professional competency.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level