Chaplain II, Part-Time

PT Chaplain 2

The PT Chaplain 2 offers advanced spiritual care as part of a holistic, multidisciplinary team. Provides compassionate spiritual and emotional support for all Baylor Scott & White Health patients, family members, and staff, regardless of faith background or religious affiliation. Participates in staff training and professional development. Oversees volunteers and residents.

Essential Functions of the Role:

• Plans, coordinates, organizes, and conducts religious services for patients, families, and staff. This includes 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 staff. Works as part of a team to assess patient needs and improve 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 that support the Baylor Scott & White Health community. Recruits, trains, and coordinates pastoral care volunteers.
• Documents and maintains 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
• Relational and listening skills
• Skill in counseling patients, family members and staff
• Ability to counsel and comfort people during periods of stress
• Ability to purposefully participate as a member of a professional therapeutic team
• BCC Board Certified Chaplain with (APC)

Belonging Statement:

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications:

• Education
  - Masters'
• Experience - 2 Years of Experience Preferably experience as a hospital chaplain
• Certification/License/Registration
  - Board Cert Chaplain (BCC) with APC or an APC affiliate (NAVAC/NACC), CPE Unit(s)