Chaplain Priest
About The Position
Saint Francis Hospital, a member of Trinity Health Of New England, is seeking an experienced and compassionate Sacramental Priest and Chaplain to support our mission of serving others through exceptional spiritual care. The Priest will provide sacramental ministry to Catholic patients, residents, families, and colleagues while serving as a Chaplain for individuals of all backgrounds. This role includes offering spiritual guidance, grief counseling, crisis support, and care for those navigating illness, loss, and other significant life events. As a fully integrated member of the health care team with professional expertise in Spiritual Care, the Chaplain works alongside other care givers, responding specifically to the spiritual needs of those served.
Requirements
- Must be an ordained Roman Catholic priest in good standing, who enjoys the faculties of a Catholic Bishop, with Permission to Minister granted by the Catholic Bishop of the relevant local Diocese for sacramental, pastoral ministry.
- Master of Divinity or equivalent degree.
- 1- 3 years of Spiritual Care experience, including CPE training, is required.
Nice To Haves
- Chaplaincy or Spiritual Care ministry experience is preferred.
- Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) standing is most desired OR the completion of 4 units (1600 hours) of ACPE accredited Spiritual Care education, and faith-based endorsement which supports the opportunity for Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develops, conducts, and participates in programs of spiritual care to promote healthy communities, facilitating the inclusion of faith leaders from churches, synagogues and mosques, etc. in the provision of Spiritual Care for their members, as appropriate.
- Provides assessment of sacramental needs and priestly interventions primarily in connection with the sacramental ministries of the Roman Catholic Church, especially the Sacramental Anointing of the Sick.
- Celebrate the Roman Catholic Mass for the Catholic Community.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
- Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
- Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
- Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
- Well-being Initiative
- Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
