Chaplain - Palliative Care - Variable - PRN

Job Description*Note Candidates must have a Master's Degree (Divinity, Spirituality, Theology, Religious Studies, or a related field of study) and possess a certification as a Board Certified Chaplain or certified within relevant specialty area.The Chaplain is responsible for providing assessment, guidance and support for the spiritual needs of patients, families and employees. The Chaplain coordinates and assists with religious or spiritual services within the healthcare facilities.ResponsibilitiesProvides assessment, guidance and support for the spiritual care of patients, families and employeesCommunicates availability of spiritual, religious and cultural support to patients and their families, as well as staffCollaborates with treatment teams in providing cultural, emotional and spiritual/religious patient and family centered careActs as a consultant for the clinical teams, service lines and other departments to develop and implement improvement initiativesParticipates in rounding or care team discussions as requested; provides crisis intervention services in times of death and other tragic events and responds to emergency situations as neededPractices evidence-based care and takes responsibility for continued professional developmentSeeks consultation with interdisciplinary peers on expanded options for spiritual supportBuilds cooperative relationships and open communication with healthcare personnel and area leadershipCompletes and maintains proper documentation of all contact and consults providedMaintains up to date knowledge of community spiritual resources and contacts, communicating information to patients, families, and staff as necessaryProvides counsel and religious services within the healthcare facilitiesParticipates regularly in team conferences and other events as requestedFacilitates support services and develops education and training programs as needed for staffConducts and arranges religious worship services in chapels or other locations for patients unable to attend regular servicesContacts and consults with clergy at the request of patients and/or their families as necessaryActs as a representative of the religious community to the medical facility QualificationsEducation:Master's Degree Divinity, Spirituality, Theology, Religious Studies, or a related field of study Experience: 2 In pastoral care within a clinical settingSkills: Excellent listening and verbal communication skills in order to speak with people in times of tragedy, crisis, and emotional upheavalExcellent interpersonal skills to speak with people of all ages and faiths and help them open up about their most intimate problems and emotionsAnalytical skills to evaluate patients and assess their spiritual needsLeadership skills, in order to effectively lead prayers and religious services