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We are searching for a Chaplain -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will provide pastoral care, spiritual counseling and guidance to patients, families and staff of the hospital.
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Qualifications
Being fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including any booster dose(s) of the COVID-19 vaccine recommended by the Centers for Disease Control when eligible, is required for all employees at Texas Children’s, unless approved for a medical or religious exemption
• Graduate of a fully accredited theological seminary with a Master of Divinity degree or canonically acceptable equivalent which could be verified with Board Certified Chaplain Eligibility
• 4 Clinical Pastoral Education courses verified by the hospital or accredited educational institution preferred
• Board Certified Chaplain from the APC, NACC, NAJC, or CASC/ACSS preferred
• Individual ordained by her/his faith group preferred
• Board certified within three years required
Responsibilities
• Develops and implements ministry objectives, policies and procedures consistent with hospital philosophy
• May actively support the Spiritual Care Volunteer programs through mentoring and continuing education programs
• Evaluates patient/family needs for spiritual guidance and counseling. Initiates or recommends programs to meet those needs
• Administers the sacraments and perform religious rites, e.g. baptism, or arranges for appropriate religious leader to do so
• Maintains availability for consultation to hospital staff and other individuals on matters pertaining to hospital ministry
• Creates and promotes healing & wholeness programs including Critical Incident Response Team activities and supports the specialized ministry of healthcare chaplaincy in every setting
• Collaborates with Volunteer Services Asst. Director in planning and teaching Spiritual Care Volunteer classes
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