GENERAL SUMMARY
Meaningful work directly impacting patient well-being by addressing the spiritual dimension of healthcare, which research and organizational philosophy recognize as essential to overall health outcomes.
Location: Henry Ford Providence Southfield Hospital
Schedule: 8am - 4:30pm
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
- Provides religious and spiritual care and counsel for emotional and spiritual distress to patients, their families, associates and others with attention to diverse spiritual orientations and cultures.
- Provides pastoral care to the local ministry and community through performing sacraments, rituals, blessings and liturgies.
- Participates and collaborates with others in the delivery of holistic patient care.
- Builds and maintains relationships with patients, families and associates through regular visitations and communication in order to create spiritual and religious connections.
- Mentors Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) students and fellows.
Education
- Master's Degree in Divinity, Theology, or a related field from an accredited school is required.
- 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education accredited by the ACPE is required.
- 3-5 years of healthcare experience as a chaplain is preferred.
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Board Certification from the APC, NACC, CASC, or the NAJC at time of hire or job transfer (or obtained within two years of hire or job transfer; risking termination if not obtained within timeframe) is required.
- For those not board certified at time of hire or job transfer, ecclesiastical endorsement is required.
Additional Information
- Organization: Corporate Services
- Department: Mission Spiritual Care
- Shift: Day Job
- Union Code: Not Applicable