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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.

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