Chaplain

DRISCOLL HEALTH PLAN•Corpus Christi, TX

36d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denominations as authorized and provides spiritual and moral assistance and guidance to patients, families and staff. This position is located at the Neonatal Care Center in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Requirements

Ecclesiastical endorsement by a faith group
Strong interpersonal and written/oral skills to interact effectively with patients, patient's families, visitors, hospital and medical staff
Ability to safeguard confidences
Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Driscoll Children’s Hospital
Completed a B.A. degree or its equivalent from an accredited university/seminary.
Theological education from an accredited college or university which fulfills educational requirements for Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) in the Association of Professional Chaplains (Master of Divinity preferred) or in process.
Satisfactory completion of 4 units of CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) or in the process, which fulfills clinical requirements for Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) in the Association of Professional Chaplains.
Certification in the Association of Professional Chaplains or similar national certification organization within two years of hire or in process.
Must have a valid Texas Driver License

Nice To Haves

Pediatric experience preferred
Spanish speaking preferred

Responsibilities

Minister to patients and/or families while they are in Driscoll Children's Hospital.
Respond to deaths at Driscoll Children's Hospital.
Participate as part of interdisciplinary teams in the holistic treatment of patients.
Facilitate the discovery and use of spiritual resources from the lives of patients and their families during their hospitalization.
Be a liaison between special needs religious groups and local clergy support as needed.
Provide spiritual and emotional support to DCH staff.
Perform religious rites and sacraments as needed, e.g. funerals and weddings.
Serve as resource person for local clergy.
Perform clerical duties as needed.
Maintains utmost level of confidentiality at all times.
Adheres to hospital policies and procedures.
Demonstrates business practices and personal actions that are ethical and adhere to corporate compliance and integrity guidelines.