Specialty Chaplain - Palliative Care

Providence•Seattle, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Specialty Chaplain provides professional and competent spiritual care ministry, and is responsible for serving the spiritual, religious, and emotional needs of care recipients and caregivers in inpatient, outpatient, and community settings. As a leader of the healthcare team, they are directly responsible for the implementation of the Mission and Values and leads implementation of policies and procedures of the Department of Spiritual Health Services and the facility in which they serve. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Health Services DBA Swedish Medical Group and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Theology, Divinity, Spirituality, Pastoral Ministry or relevant religious studies similarly accepted in chaplaincy board certifying organizations.
Four clinical pastoral education units.
National Chaplain Certification within 3 years of hire.
5 years Clinical and/or pastoral experience in a healthcare setting.

Nice To Haves

Leadership in professional organizations such as APC, NACC, etc.
Participation in chaplain related, publication worthy research.

Responsibilities

Serving the spiritual, religious, and emotional needs of care recipients and caregivers in inpatient, outpatient, and community settings.
Implementation of the Mission and Values.
Leading implementation of policies and procedures of the Department of Spiritual Health Services and the facility.