Chaplain III - St. Vincent Medical Center

Mercy Health•Toledo, OH

31d

About The Position

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. Chaplain III - St. Vincent Medical Center Job Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Mission or Director of Spiritual Care, the Chaplain III 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

Master's degree in related field such as Pastoral Studies, or Theology (required)
Four or more units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) completed (required)
Required to have Board certification by one of these professional certifying organizations: National Association of Catholic Chaplains, Association of Professional Chaplains, Association of Jewish Chaplains, Association of Clinical Pastoral Education, Association of Pastoral Counselors
Three years of experience as a Chaplain in a healthcare setting. (Required)
Ecclesial endorsement from church body to be involved in hospital ministry. (Required)
Ability to be present to others in their illness or crisis
Ability to provide pastoral support within the context of the patient's culture, values and belief system
Active listening
Apply Ethical Practices
Clinical Pastoral Care
Collaboration
Communication
Crisis counseling
Crisis Intervention
Demonstrate Empathy
Flexibility
Good interpersonal skills
Healthcare Ethics
Human Relations
Interfaith Dialogue
Ministering to diverse populations
Organization Skills
Pastoral Care
Pastoral Counseling
Pastoral Ministries
Pastoral Theology
Planning
Presentation Skills
Public Relations
Relationship building
Religious Studies
Spiritual Care
Spiritual Care Assessments
Spiritual Support
Teamwork
Theological Reflection
Verbal Communication
Written Communication
Facilitation of theological reflections
Medical Ethics
Catholic Social Teaching
Ability to lead and coordinate prayer and worship services
Ability to teach an understanding of diverse theology and ecclesiology
Leadership
Publish Content
Knowledge of Advanced Medical Directives
Content Development
Moral Philosophy
Moral Values
Critical Incident Stress Debriefing

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Divinity (preferred)
Doctoral degree in Theology or Philosophy (preferred)
Advanced certification in specialty area of Chaplaincy, Ethics or an equivalent (preferred)
ACPE Certified Educator Candidate (CEC) (preferred)
Completion of lay ministry or the ordination process. (preferred)

Responsibilities

Recognizes the sacramental needs of the Catholic population.
Provide for 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, our community, and fellow associates.
Collaborate with fellow team members and the interdisciplinary team including appropriate referrals that serve those in their care.
Provide effective pastoral ministry by employing, in addition to basic pastoral skills, advanced pastoral care and counseling techniques, including but not limited to, emotional processing, reframing for meanings and perspectives, and facilitation of deeper theological and personal reflections.
Demonstrate proficiency in conducting full-spectrum spiritual care assessment and care planning process.

Benefits

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

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