Chaplain I, II, or Masters (casual hours)

Essentia Health•Duluth, MN

About The Position

This position provides comprehensive spiritual care to patients of all ages and their families. Services include but are not limited to, individual patient/resident support related to spiritual matters, family support, and prayer as well as employee support. Provide support to patients and families facing grief and end of life issues, to include assisting with decision making and Advanced Care Planning. Lead religious ceremonies of worship, rituals and other spiritual care programs as directed. Documents care and counseling provided and participates in meetings and educational programs. These services are provided on an on-going basis as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Serves patients in outpatient, inpatient, and residential facilities depending on Essentia Health location. Participate on committees and participate in department improvement initiatives as directed.

Requirements

Chaplain I: Bachelor’s Degree in Theology, Divinity, Ministry or a related field, or three years professional experience in related field.
Chaplain I: Successful completion of 1 ACPE accredited unit of CPE.
Chaplain II: Bachelor’s Degree in Theology, Divinity, Ministry or a related field, or three years professional experience in related field.
Chaplain II: Successful Completion of 2 ACPE accredited CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) units is required at the time of hire.
Chaplain II: Completion of an additional 2 ACPE accredited unit is required within 24 months of hire.
Chaplain Masters: Master’s degree in theology, Divinity, Ministry or a related field.
Chaplain Masters: Successful Completion of 3 ACPE accredited units of CPE with 4th ACPE accredited unit completed within 12 months.
Chaplain Masters: Board certification required within 24 months.
Certification/Licensure: Membership in NACC, APC, NAJC, or SCA is strongly preferred.
Certification/Licensure: Certification with the NACC, APC or SCA required within 24 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Associate Membership in NACC, APC, NAJC, or SCA is strongly preferred for Chaplain I.
A graduate degree in Theology, Divinity, Ministry or a related field counseling, or some other job related field is preferred for Chaplain II.
Associate Membership in NACC, APC, NAJC, or SCA is strongly preferred for Chaplain II.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive spiritual care to patients of all ages and their families.
Offer individual patient/resident support related to spiritual matters, family support, and prayer.
Provide employee support.
Support patients and families facing grief and end of life issues, including assisting with decision-making and Advanced Care Planning.
Lead religious ceremonies of worship, rituals, and other spiritual care programs.
Document care and counseling provided.
Participate in meetings and educational programs.
Serve patients in outpatient, inpatient, and residential facilities.
Participate on committees and in department improvement initiatives.