Chaplain - Encinitas
About The Position
The Chaplain supports people in integrating experiences of illness, trauma, and loss with their religious beliefs and spiritual values. The role requires respectful engagement with people of different faiths, lifestyles, and socioeconomic backgrounds, while honoring each person’s cultural and religious dignity. Chaplains collaborate with healthcare professionals and community clergy to provide a continuum of spiritual care in a multicultural environment with diverse traditions. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday during daily business hours, with on-call responsibilities. Chaplains participate in a rotating on-call schedule that includes one weekend per month, one week of weeknight coverage per month, and rotating holiday coverage throughout the year.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in theology or behavioral sciences, Master of Divinity, or equivalent.
- At least four units of Clinical Pastoral Education, or be an ordained Catholic priest.
- Training in psychology, spirituality, and Clinical Pastoral Education.
- Professional knowledge of theological and bioethical issues.
- One to two years of experience in pastoral ministry in a healthcare facility.
- Knowledge of Christian and other belief systems.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Training in core patient care responsibilities for patient-focused units.
- NACC/APC certification, or be an ordained Catholic priest.
- Endorsement from an ecclesiastical authority, faith community, or religious community.
Responsibilities
- Help people integrate experiences of illness, trauma, and loss with their religious beliefs and spiritual values.
- Provide respectful spiritual care to people across faith traditions, lifestyles, and socioeconomic backgrounds, honoring their cultural and religious dignity.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals and community clergy to provide a continuum of spiritual care.
Benefits
- Benefit-eligible position.
- Transitional and professional development programs.
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Job Type
Full-time
