Chaplain, Weekends

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. This is a per diem position. The chaplain will primarily be covering weekend day shifts. Job Summary Summary: Responsible for providing spiritual care to patients, families, visitors, and staff. Patients are seen at the bedside or in outpatient settings as assigned. Involved in all aspects of care, including but not limited to team meetings, family meetings, and goal discussions. Staff support is provided through 1:1 encounters and group gatherings in the units and other locations as needed. Also charged with developing and leading hospital-wide and community faith-specific and interfaith services. Work as team members in accordance with the department's mission and vision statements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required, and Graduate Diploma Related Field of Study preferred
• Experience in a hospital setting or relevant spiritual, ministry, pastoral, congregational or other relevant experience 2-3 years required
• Maintains current knowledge of regulations pertaining to the delivery of Hospice services and conducts team operations in a manner to be in compliance with such regulations.
• Maintains and demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of bereavement principles, practices, standards, and techniques, and applies this knowledge in accordance with St.
• Knowledge of various religious practices, health care ethics, grief and bereavement counseling techniques with hospice families, and excellent work organization skills.
• Proficient at multitasking and having a high level of problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates resiliency with matters of death and dying.
• Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more units of Clinical Pastoral Education from an accredited ACPE or NACC training program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Counsel individuals or groups concerning their spiritual, emotional, or personal needs.
• Share information about religious issues by writing articles, giving speeches, or teaching.
• Respond to requests for assistance during emergencies or crises.
• Visit people in homes, hospitals, or prisons to provide them with comfort and support.
• Administer religious rites or ordinances.

What This Job Offers

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