Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The PRN Chaplain 1 provides access to spiritual care as part of the holistic, multidisciplinary team approach when helping patients deal with or recover from their illness or injury. Provides compassionate spiritual and emotional support for all Baylor Scott & White Health patients, family members and staff, regardless of faith background or religious affiliation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

Organizes, promotes, and conducts religious services for patients, their families and staff including weekly worship, memorial services, baptisms, weddings, anointing and coordinating bereavement needs



Provides counseling and other spiritual education activities for employees, students, and patients



Supports the end-of-life care for patients by offering pastoral support and counseling to patients and families



Collaborates with physicians, nurses, social workers, counselors, and ancillary staff as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team in assessing patient needs and to strengthen patient care



Conducts a pastoral assessment of a patient's spiritual and emotional status and the need for spiritual care



Develops relationships with local churches, community agencies and service organizations which supports the Baylor Scott & White Health community



Documents and maintains individual records of spiritual counseling for patients

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Knowledge of philosophical systems and religions



Knowledge of the principles and methods of pastoral care and the role of a chaplain in an institutional setting



Knowledge of the religious beliefs and practices of various faiths, groups, and denominations



Verbal and written communication skills



Interpersonal and listening skills




Skill in counseling patients, family members and staff



Ability to counsel and comfort individuals during periods of stress



Ability to actively participate as a member of a professional therapeutic team

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

- EDUCATION - Bachelor's



- EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience



- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -


Cln Pastoral Education (CPE-U): One unit of CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) preferred or obtain CPE within 18 months required.