Spiritual and Pastoral Care Director, Chaplain

Seton Medical Center Harker Heights is an 83-bed acute care hospital offering services such as Cardiology, Emergency Services and a Level IV Trauma Designated ER, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Total Joint Replacement, Gastroenterology, Diagnostic Services and more. The Spiritual and Pastoral Care Director is responsible for the provision of chaplaincy and pastoral care, ministering to the spiritual, emotional, psychosocial, and cultural needs of patients, families, and associates.

Overview:

Join our team for a Spiritual Care Pastoral Care Director in Harker Heights, TX. 

 

Why Join Us? 

 

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better 

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. 
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. 
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. 

Get to Know Your Team: 

• Seton Medical Center Harker Heights is an 83-bed acute care hospital offering services such as Cardiology, Emergency Services and a Level IV Trauma Designated ER, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Total Joint Replacement, Gastroenterology, Diagnostic Services and more.

Responsibilities:

• The director is responsible for the effective and efficient operation of the Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care Department.
• This includes, but is not limited to, developing and implementing strategic and operational plans, measuring outcomes, and creating an environment of associate engagement and continuous improvement.
• The Spiritual and Pastoral Care Director is responsible for the provision of chaplaincy and pastoral care, ministering to the spiritual, emotional, psychosocial, and cultural needs of patients, families, and associates.
• The director is responsible for developing working relationships with the faith communities of Harker Heights to ensure that clergy of all faiths can participate in the healing ministry.
• As a Catholic healthcare ministry, this position will coordinate the provision of sacramental services for Catholic patients with local Roman Catholic clergy. 

 

Qualifications:

Job Requirements:

 

• Masters Degree in Divinity, Theology, Pastoral care, or related religious studies
• Completion of four (4) units of Clinical Pastoral Education

• Ecclesiastical Endorsement and Board Certification as a Chaplain
• Certification by NACC or APC 
• 3 years experience as a Chaplain

• Acute Care Hospital setting 

• Actively involved in faith community

 

Preferred Job Qualifications

• 5 years experience as a Chaplain 
• Previous experience in the management and education of chaplains, volunteers and students

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