PRN Chaplain 1

JOB SUMMARYThe 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

Partners with physicians, nurses, social workers, counselors, and ancillary staff as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team in assessing patient needs and to improve 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 records of spiritual counseling for patients

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Knowledge of philosophical systems and religions

Knowledge of the methods 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

Exceptional listening skills

Skill in counseling patients, family members and staff

Ability to counsel people during periods of stress

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

BENEFITSOur 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 levelSHIFT: On-Call coverage and some shift coverage for staff who are out.LOCATION : BSW Medical Center, Plano and BSW The Heart Hospital, Plano.PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Stroke

Neuro

Ortho

Oncology

Palliative Care

ED

ICU

Med/Surg

MINIMUM 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.

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.