Priest Chaplain
Providence•Torrance, CA
About The Position
The Roman Catholic Priest Chaplain is an ordained priest granted faculties by the local Catholic Bishop. As an integral part of the Spiritual Care Department, the chaplain ministers to the religious, spiritual, and emotional needs of patients, families, and staff of St. Jude Medical Center or St. Joseph of Orange, with special emphasis on the sacramental needs of Catholic patients. The Priest Chaplain reports to the Director of the Spiritual Care Department. Providence describes its culture as patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect, and emphasizes empowering caregivers.
Requirements
- Be an ordained priest granted faculties by the local Catholic Bishop.
- Have a master's degree in Theology, Spirituality, or Pastoral Ministry.
- Complete, or be in the process of completing, four units of Clinical Pastoral Education; completion is preferred.
- Obtain National Chaplain Certification within three years of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Several years of pastoral experience following ordination.
Responsibilities
- Minister to patients’ religious, spiritual, and emotional needs.
- Minister to families’ religious, spiritual, and emotional needs.
- Minister to staff members’ religious, spiritual, and emotional needs.
- Give special emphasis to the sacramental needs of Catholic patients.
Benefits
- Benefits designed to support employees and their families in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.
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Job Type
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