Schedule: Full time
Shift:Day (United States of America)
Address:701 WINTHROP AVE
City:GLENDALE HEIGHTS
State:Illinois
Postal Code:60139
Job Description:Monday-Friday, 8-hour shiftsRotating weekends and holidaysTwo on-call overnight shifts per month- Provides spiritual care and emotional support to patients, families, and staff as designated by the Director of Pastoral Care Department.
- Provides Night on Call (NOC) and Weekend on Call (WOC) coverage as required.
- Conducts Sunday services at Behavioral Health as needed.
- Responds promptly to all emergency codes (e.g., Code Blue, Code Green).
- Responds to requests for services within twenty-four hours.
- Conducts pre-surgical visits as scheduled by the director and follows up with surgical patients within twenty-four hours after surgery.
- Assists staff chaplains in conducting support groups for clinical staff when required.
- Maintains open communication with the interdisciplinary team and cultivates professional relationships with all hospital staff members.
- Provides devotional services throughout the hospital as needed and leads Chapel Services when required.
- Maintains cooperative working relationships with local clergy and informs the patient's clergy of the patient's request for pastoral visits when requested.
- Assists staff chaplains in educating patients, families, staff, and the local community through seminars, in-service sessions, support groups, and individual pastoral counseling.
- Assists staff chaplains in planning and executing Critical Incident Stress Debriefing sessions when needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:- Operate within the guidelines of the profession, upholding standards of practice and competencies at all times [Required]
- Demonstrate the ability to work in a healthcare environment providing effective spiritual care for patients, families, and staff through individual and group pastoral counseling, spiritual care, and emotional support [Required]
- Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English with excellent oral communication skills [Required]
- Display excellent customer service, organization, and people skills [Required]
- Maintain continuing education hours as outlined by the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, Inc. (ACPE) [Required]
- Basic knowledge of computer applications like Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, and Internet Explorer; experience with Cerner or other Electronic Healthcare Record applications [Preferred]
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]
- Personal commitment to God, emotional stability, sound physical health, and the ability to work under stress [Required]
- Effectively relate to persons of diverse religious, educational, and cultural backgrounds and earn the respect of all team members [Required]
- Knowledge of current counseling theories and practices, compliance with legal and ethical parameters based on the level of education and certification [Required]
- Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively in English to carry out job requirements [Required]
- Knowledge of electronic medical record systems and ability to follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment when indicated [Required]
- Show respect and sensitivity for cultural and religious differences [Required]
Education:Field of Study:- Master's of Divinity degree or other graduate theological degree (72-hour minimum) such as: pastoral care, spiritual care, etc. (as required for APC Board Certification qualification)
Work Experience:- 1+ of pastoral ministry or chaplaincy experience [Preferred]
- Prior hospital chaplain experience [Preferred]
Additional Information:- Minimum of 4 units of ACPE, Inc. accredited CPE (Level 1 and Level 2 engaged) [Required]
Licenses and Certifications:- Ordained Minister (ORDM) [Preferred] OR Commissioned Minister Credential (ADM) [Preferred]
- Ecclesiastical Endorsement Certificate (CHAPLAIN) [Preferred]
- Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) [Preferred]
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/mte9kpcf
Pay Range:$59,157.95 - $110,046.28
