Chaplain - St. Mary's Hospital - PRN

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Richmond, VA

1d • $23 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Mission or Director of Spiritual Care, the Chaplain I ministers to patients, families, and staff around religious and spiritual needs. As an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, the chaplain provides spiritual care and emotional support within the context of illness, crisis, loss, and death. The chaplain is committed to the Mission and models its core values.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Commitment to complete one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) within the first year of employment.
• Completion of lay ministry or being in the ordination process.
• Documentation of faith community endorsement by official representative(s), reflecting good standing in accordance with the requirements of the individual's faith or spiritual tradition for involvement in hospital ministry.
• Ability to be present to others in illness or crisis and provide pastoral support within the context of a patient's culture, values, and belief system.
• Skills and abilities include active listening, ethical practices, clinical pastoral care, collaboration, communication, crisis counseling and intervention, empathy, flexibility, interpersonal skills, healthcare ethics, human relations, interfaith dialogue, ministering to diverse populations, organization, pastoral care and counseling, pastoral ministries and theology, planning, presentation, public relations, relationship building, religious studies, spiritual care and assessments, spiritual support, teamwork, theological reflection, and verbal and written communication.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) completed.
• Experience as a chaplain in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Recognize the sacramental needs of the Catholic population.
• Provide for the religious and ritual needs of diverse faith groups.
• Minister to a diverse population in a non-proselytizing manner and provide basic emotional and spiritual support to patients, visitors, the community, and fellow associates.
• Provide constructive pastoral presence using pastoral skills, including active listening and communicating in a calm, non-anxious manner.
• Provide spiritual support in end-of-life situations and crises, including Code Blue, death, and trauma.
• Participate in 24/7 call coverage, including holidays and weekends.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level