Clinical Pastoral Education Resident

The University of Kansas Health System • Kansas City, KS

16d • Onsite

About The Position

A Chaplain provides the presence and availability to patients, and their loved ones in a manner that assures patient centered care relative to beliefs, spiritual and/or religious practice and rites. The Chaplain presence is a non-anxious one that offers calm. A Chaplain works alongside other disciplines and offers appropriate perspective regarding the condition and recovery potential of the patient A Chaplain offers relationship and ministry to members of the KUMC staff in such a manner that helps maintain morale and employee satisfaction. To learn more about our Chaplain program visit: Clinical Pastoral Education Residency Program At The University of Kansas Health System Interested individuals must complete two applications to be considered for residency: The University of Kansas Health System application by clicking "Apply Now" on this webpage and Clinical Pastoral Education International application.

Requirements

• Associates Degree
• High School Graduate
• Must be able to read and write on a collegiate level.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to learn and use a variety Microsoft programs.

Nice To Haves

• Religious or Theological degree.
• Bachelors Degree
• Intermediate Spanish - Knowledge

Responsibilities

• Provides pastoral/spiritual care to the multi-denominational/religion patients and family population throughout their hospital experience
• Functions as a pastoral/spiritual resource person for the hospital staff and students
• Collaborates and coordinates pastoral/spiritual activities with other Chaplains to meet the needs of the diverse patient and employee population
• Conducts formal worship services open to patients, families, staff, physicians, students and others.
• Provides for sacramental ministry and/or religious rituals as needed
• Provides off-hour coverage with other Chaplains on a rotation basis.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree