Req#: R38289
Category(s): Allied Health Clinical Professional, Spiritual Services
Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time
Shift: First
Schedule: Monday-Thursday 8a-430pm and every second weekend Sat & Sun 9a-530pm
Joining a dynamic, collegial and supportive team of multifaith professional spiritual caregivers (chaplains) and a vibrant Clinical Pastoral Education Program. If you like to work in a collaborative environment where you are invited to share your expertise with spiritual care students. The spiritual care department is closely aligned with the Holistic Nursing program emphasizing the value and importance we give to the spiritual-holistic dimension in caring for our patients, families, and staff.
The Roman Catholic Priest Chaplain functions as a member of the Spiritual Care team and provides religious, spiritual and emotional support primarily to the Catholic patients, families and staff at Baystate Medical Center, and upon request serves the non-Catholic population as well.The Priest Chaplain provides religious, spiritual and sacramental ministry to Catholic employees, visitors, and medical colleagues across the BMC campus. The Priest Chaplain will participate in staff support interventions such as debriefs, memorial and celebration services in the hospital chapel. Job Responsibilities:
1) The Priest Chaplain will participate in the 24/7 spiritual care coverage of the Spiritual Services department, and will respond to requests made by patients, family members or caregivers for spiritual, or sacramental needs during regular scheduled shifts. The Priest Chaplain will participate in the day-shift on-call rotation of the department.
2) Provides spiritual and emotional support through establishing compassionate care relationship, crisis intervention, the effective utilization of religious resources specific to Roman Catholic practices, and to be able to apply supportive spiritual care approaches to non-Catholic patients and families when required. prayer.
3) Participates in unit-based provision of spiritual care and collaboratively works with interprofessional team, and spiritual services colleagues to enhance and advance the integration of spiritual care in all patient care areas.
4) Will offer the administration of the Sacrament of the Sick to Catholic patients, prioritizing by acuity of illness, referral, as a routine intervention, and per special request.
5) Demonstrates respect and support for the diversity of faith traditions and individual spiritual beliefs of patients, families and staff, providing spiritual care to patients of other faith traditions when requested as needed.
5) Communicates professionally with all colleagues, and effectively utilizes the electronic health care record system to document spiritual care interventions. Demonstrates knowledge, and familiarity with professional standards in using spiritual assessments, and a variety of spiritual interventions.
6) Provides spiritual care leadership for institutional events as needed.
7) Participates in regular departmental meetings, and engages with department colleagues in a collaborative style, and collegial communication. Brings initiative, and team-spirit to the role.
8) Performs other related duties and activities as may be requested by the Department Manager. Adheres to all departmental and hospital safety standards in order to maintain a safe patient care and work environment. Attends all mandatory in-services.
9) Participates in mentoring program for clinical pastoral education students, and demonstrates willingness to coach and educate students on Catholic spiritual care needs.
Required Work Experience:1) At least 2 units of Clinical Pastoral Education; Masters Degree
Preferred Work Experience:4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education, and 2 years of professional chaplaincy experience in a health care setting.
Skills and Competencies:
excellent communication skills, computer literacy, bi-lingual ( Spanish-English) skills a plus, ability to work collaborative in a team environment, ecumenical openness, demonstrated empathy skills
1) Faculties in order to perform the Sacraments of the Roman Catholic Church
2) Certification or work towards certification by the National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC) or the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC)
THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!
Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
Generous PTO
Continuing education support and reimbursement
First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages
Farm Share Memberships
403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service
Free money coach advice from a certified professional
Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health
Pet, home, auto and personal insurance
Life insurance
Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!
Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health
We strive to be the place where we can help you build the career you deserve – apply today – YOU belong at Baystate!
OUR COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY
We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.
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You Belong At Baystate
At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. It makes us not just an organization, but also a community where you belong. It is how we advance the care and enhance the lives of all people.
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Education:
Masters Degree (Required)
Certifications:
Board Certified Chaplain – OtherOther
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
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