Chaplain 1 Memorial Regional Medical Clinic PRN

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As a faith-based and patient-focused organization Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion collaboration excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion human dignity integrity service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Chaplain I (harmonized) Memorial Regional Medical Clinic

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of Mission or Director of Spiritual Care the Chaplain I ministers to patients families and staff around religious and spiritual needs. As an integral member of the multidisciplinary team the chaplain provides spiritual care and emotional support within the context of illness crisis loss and death. The chaplain is committed to the Mission and models its core values.

Essential Functions:

• Recognizes the sacramental needs of the Catholic population.
• Provide for religious and ritual needs of diverse faith groups.
• Minister to a diverse population in a non-proselytizing manner and provide basic emotional and spiritual support to patients visitors our community and fellow associates.
• Provide constructive pastoral presence by employing pastoral skills including active listening and the ability to communicate in a calm non-anxious manner.
• Provide spiritual support to end-of-life situations and crisis (Code Blue Death Trauma etc.).
• 24/7 call with expectations for holidays/weekends

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education:

• Bachelors degree (required) preferably in a related field such as Religious or Theological Studies
• Masters degree in a related field (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications:

• Commitment to complete one (1) of CPE within first year of employment (required)
• One (1) unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) completed (preferred)

Experience:

• Experience as a Chaplain in a healthcare setting. (preferred)
• Completion of lay ministry or in the ordination process. (Required)
• Documentation of faith community endorsement by official representative(s) reflecting good standing in accordance with the requirements of his/her own faith/spiritual tradition to be involved in hospital ministry. (Required)

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to be present to others in their illness or crisis
• Ability to provide pastoral support within the context of the patients culture values and belief system
• Active listening
• Apply Ethical Practices
• Clinical Pastoral Care
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Crisis counseling
• Crisis Intervention
• Demonstrate Empathy
• Flexibility
• Good interpersonal skills
• Healthcare Ethics
• Human Relations
• Interfaith Dialogue
• Ministering to diverse populations
• Organization Skills
• Pastoral Care
• Pastoral Counseling
• Pastoral Ministries
• Pastoral Theology
• Planning
• Presentation Skills
• Public Relations
• Relationship building
• Religious Studies
• Spiritual Care
• Spiritual Care Assessments
• Spiritual Support
• Teamwork
• Theological Reflection
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication

Training:

• Complete 1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) within first year of employment (required)

Bon Secours Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate youre part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical dental vision prescription coverage HSA/FSA options life insurances mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off parental and FMLA leave shot- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .