CHAPLAIN

Uhs • Salt Lake City, UT

303d

About The Position

Salt Lake Behavioral Health is seeking a dynamic and talented Chaplain. At Salt Lake Behavioral Health Hospital we understand that not all wounds are visible. Depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction and suicide affects millions of individuals and families. Our mission is to transform lives through exceptional patient care. We believe in an individualized, patient-focused approach to diagnosis and treatment. For some, anxiety or drug dependence looks different from others with the same diagnoses, and in some cases, Behavioral health and substance use disorders occur simultaneously. In these cases of dual-diagnosis, we treat the patients in the best way possible given their specific case. The Chaplain functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients depending on which unit worked. The chaplain utilizes clinical and pastoral skills to assist the treatment team in giving care to patients. Special focus is given to developing the religious resources of each patient in the healing process. Salt Lake Behavioral Health is a private 118 bed freestanding psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health and substance abuse treatment for adolescents and adults. We serve the Salt Lake City and surrounding area using evidence-based treatments in a comfortable, confidential atmosphere.

Requirements

• Degree from an accredited college or university in Biblical or Religious counseling/studies preferred.
• Past experience in pastoral or ministry field required.
• One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness and chemical dependency (12 step program) preferred.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state.
• CPR certification is required.
• Successfully complete training for restraints and seclusions within 90 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a psychiatric care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients.
• Utilize clinical and pastoral skills to assist the treatment team in giving care to patients.
• Develop the religious resources of each patient in the healing process.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.
• Competitive Compensation.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Discounted meals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Personal and Laundry Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree