Chaplain
Chaplain Job In Oregon
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
As a Navy Chaplain, you will be the voice of encouragement, reason and hope to thousands of Sailors and Marines, supporting and uplifting the brave men and women who have chosen to serve their country. The Navy Chaplain Corps boasts more than 800 Navy Chaplains from more than 100 different faith groups, including Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist and many others.
For additional information regarding the Chaplain service, please call 888-NAVYCHC or ************.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Navy Chaplain, your job spans a broad range of duties. You will support fellow servicemembers during their most joyful and most difficult moments. Your responsibilities might be to:
Conduct worship services in a variety of settings
Perform religious rites and ceremonies such as weddings, funeral services and baptisms
Counsel individuals who seek guidance
Oversee religious education programs, such as Sunday school and youth groups
Visit and provide spiritual guidance and care to hospitalized personnel and their family members
Train lay leaders who conduct religious education programs
Promote attendance at religious services, retreats and conferences
Advise leaders at all levels regarding morale, ethics and spiritual well-being
PAY AND BENEFITS
From the day you start, youll receive:
Competitive salary
Free health insurance
Free housing
A retirement plan
30 days paid vacation per year
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
If youre in the process of starting or completing your graduate theological degree, you could potentially enter the Navy Chaplain Candidate Program (CCPO) as a student.
Opportunities for continuing education are available through the Advanced Education Program while being paid full-time as a Navy Officer. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Navy Chaplains can advance their education by:
Post-9/11 GI Bill
Navy Tuition Assistance Program
Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Find out more about additional education opportunities for Officers, including post-graduate school.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
U.S. citizen or equivalent
Graduate degree in theological or related studies from an accredited educational institution
Have two years of full-time religious leadership experience
Must be able to obtain an Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a religious faith organization registered with the Department of Defense
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Navy Chaplains immerse themselves in the daily lives of service members. In what can be best described as a ministry of presence, they are there to offer guidance and insight in the moment, whenever theyre needed. You could provide support while on land or at sea, when presiding over religious ceremonies on a base or when conducting services from the flight deck of an aircraft carrier.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are part-time opportunities as a Navy Chaplain. Serving part-time as a Reserve Chaplain gives you the flexibility to minister in the Navy while maintaining responsibilities to your congregation at home.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
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Chaplain (CPE Educator)
Chaplain Job 45 miles from Salem
The incumbent serves as a Chaplain Pastoral Educator (CPE) performing senior-level clinical assignments for the VHA. The incumbent provides comprehensive religious, spiritual, and pastoral care to al persons that are commensurate with the needs, desires, and voluntary consent of the Veteran, caregiver, or staff. The incumbent addresses the spiritual component of health and wellness in every patient setting to ensure that pastoral care is fully integrated into all aspects of chaplain services.
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Overview
* Accepting applications
* Open & closing dates
03/28/2025 to 04/10/2025
* Salary
$95,488 - $124,140 per year
* Pay scale & grade
GS 12
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
* Portland, OR 1 vacancy
* Remote job
No
* Telework eligible
No
* Travel Required
Not required
* Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
* Appointment type
Permanent
* Work schedule
Full-time
* Service
Excepted
* Promotion potential
12
* Job family (Series)
* 0060 Chaplain
* Supervisory status
No
* Security clearance
Other
* Drug test
No
* Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
* Trust determination process
* Credentialing
* Suitability/Fitness
* Financial disclosure
No
* Bargaining unit status
Yes
* Announcement number
CBSV-12718559-25-TP
* Control number
834374700
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This job is open to
* Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.
Clarification from the agency
Areas of consideration: (1) Current, Full Time Internal VA Employees/Department/Service line or Facility (2) VISN (3) VHA (4) HPT's
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* The public
* Federal employees - Competitive service
* Federal employees - Excepted service
* Veterans
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* The public
* Federal employees - Competitive service
* Federal employees - Excepted service
* Veterans
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Duties
FUNCTIONS OR SCOPE OF ASSIGNED DUTIES:
* Serves as a certified Chaplain (CPE) providing comprehensive, religious ministry services and training to Veteran patients and students according to their specific needs.
* Carries out an education ministry with the CPE Center, which is highly integrated into VHA's Chaplain program. Provides thorough guidance and advice to Chaplain Service management staff, students, other Chaplains, and stakeholders.
* Manages the daily operations of the CPE Center and develops and implements program policies and procedures. Serves as a certified educator of record for all CPE students for an assigned designated area. Provides administrative oversight and programmatic resources and monitors educational outcomes.
* Offers students an opportunity to develop and expand professional caring skills in a clinical setting to address a person's spiritual, emotional, and physical needs; and offers students experience with hands-on spiritual care for hospitalized patients.
* Maintains records for all educator evaluations, student records, center portfolio, and CPE accreditation requirements, which may include off-site CPE satellite and placement contracts.
* Seeks approval for allied health trainee positions through the Office of Academic Affiliations (OAA). Conducts recruitment and interviews and selects students for the CPE program.
* Ensures all documentation is completed for compliance. Develops educational curricula that are measurable, outcome-oriented, and evidence-based and designed to meet board certification competencies.
* Develops relationships with key staff related to the CPE program, e.g., clinical preceptors, Advisory Group members, and OAA staff.
* Provides extended and intensive pastoral counseling as an integral part of the treatment program with patients facing complex, ethical, moral, and/or spiritual issues.
* Monitors the CPE Center's program effectiveness and modification of service pattern, which includes research and leadership of clinical teams. Develops and implements methods to measure the effectiveness of the Chaplain educational program.
* Uses outcome evaluations to improve educational services and to design education system changes. Seeks best practices, primary research, and research literature that informs the ministry specialty and one's spiritual care practice.
* Provides leadership, direction, orientation, coaching, in-service training, staff development, and continuing education programs.
* Serves as a primary senior Chaplain education resource, spiritual advisor, and liaison for the spiritual needs of Veterans patients, students, caregivers, and staff.
* Conducts comprehensive religious services and worship, pastoral ministry, and administration of Chaplain services. Addresses the religious, spiritual, moral, and ethical problems of patients and staff through educational means.
* Completes various complex educational projects, task groups, and assignments to obtain pertinent high-level information needed for Chaplain Service senior management officials.
* Ensures various complex educational training assignments are carried out in a pluralistic environment, which encompasses sensitivity to the religious needs of many separate religious denominations and faith groups.
* Serves as a Chaplain senior representative and a fully recognized member of an interdisciplinary treatment team (IDT). Advises and collaborates with other senior members of the treatment team to provide comprehensive healthcare services to Veterans.
* Maintains effective rapport with physicians, medical officers, psychologists, nurses, therapists, social workers, or others involved with the IDT.
* Educates, trains, and coaches volunteer groups who offer their services and assistance. Provides expert guidance and advice to other VHA Chaplains.
* Engages in group consultative discussions or conferences with treatment professionals to provide senior-level Chaplain related input. Collaborates with IDT on the evaluation and review of VHA's CPE Center program progress.
* Identifies other Chaplains and faith leaders and/or persons from the community to provide patients' religious needs if necessary. Uses thorough knowledge of different faiths to perform various religious rituals, lead prayers, and answer spiritual questions.
* Provides guidance and support for patients to express values through processes such as life review, oral history, and end of life preparation and documentation.
* Develops and uses measurable, outcome-driven, and evidence-based pastoral care; and creates staff development and wellness programs.
Work Schedule: M-F 0730-1600
Compressed/Flexible:Not available.
Telework: Not available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 0000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): not authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
* You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
* Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
* Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
* You may be required to serve a probationary period.
* Subject to background/security investigation.
* Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
* Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
* Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.
Qualifications
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
Basic Requirements:
* United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
* English Language Proficiency: Chaplains must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f).
* Education: Applicants must possess a Master of Divinity degree or equivalent educational qualifications as evidenced by a graduate-level theological degree from a college, university or theological school accredited by a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or Association of Theological Schools (ATS) and recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
* Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE): Applicants must have completed four units of CPE from a CPE center that is accredited by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
* Ecclesiastical Endorsement: In accordance with 38 C.F.R. § 17.655, ecclesiastical endorsement is a condition of employment as a VA chaplain. An individual must possess and maintain a full and active ecclesiastical endorsement to be employed as a VA chaplain. Applicants must have an ecclesiastical endorsement, dated within the past 12 months. Ecclesiastical endorsements must be from the official national endorsing authority of the applicant's/employee's faith group or denomination. Ecclesiastical endorsement is a written official statement, by the official national endorsing body of the faith group or denomination, certifying that the applicant is in good standing with the applicant's faith group or denomination; and stating that the individual is, in the opinion of the endorsing body, qualified to perform the full range of ministry required in the VA pluralistic setting. Loss of endorsement will result in removal from the GS-0060 Chaplain series and may result in termination of employment. The National Chaplain Service maintains a list of approved endorsing organizations that can be found here: ********************************************************************************
* Board Certification: Applicants must be a Board Certified Chaplain certified by the Board of Chaplaincy Certification Inc. (BCCI) or nationally recognized certification body that utilizes the BCCI Common Qualifications and Competencies for Professional Chaplaincy or a certifying organization that has a reciprocity agreement with BCCI .
Grade Determinations: Chaplain ACPE Clinical Pastoral Educator, GS 12
* Experience: The candidate must have one year of creditable experience equivalent to the journey level (GS-11) that is directly related to the position to be filled Such as:
* Knowledge of advance care planning to educate, inform, and counsel patients and families.
* Skill in guiding patients in verbalizing and expressing values through life review, oral history, and end of life preparation and documentation.
* Ability to develop pastoral care programs that are measurable, outcome-driven and evidenced based within the department guidelines.
* Skill in counseling on medical and ethical issues, terminal diagnoses or crises, moral injury, problems of conscience, family or marital difficulties and justice or confinement matters.
* Ability to support the development of staff resiliency and develop programs for staff development and wellness by providing spiritual and emotional support.
* Ability to educate and equip healthcare staff and trainees screening for spiritual and religious needs of patients and the importance of appropriate referrals to chaplains for complex spiritual distress.
* Knowledge of community needs to coordinate with community organizations to provide comprehensive spiritual care, utilizing outside community resources to meet the religious needs of patients that cannot be met by chaplain staff.
* Certification:
* To provide educational supervision for CPE Level 1 and Level 2 students, the Chaplain CPE Educator must be a Certified Educator.
* To provide educational supervision for students seeking to become Certified Educators, the Chaplain CPE Educator must be a CPE national faculty from an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
* Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: In addition to the experience or education above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
* Ability to independently educate all levels of CPE students and plan, organize, and implement all levels of the CPE program.
* Skill in adhering to all accreditation standards, processes and practices including, but not limited to, timely and professional submission of all required program reports, center portfolio, fees and dues.
* Skill in written and verbal communication that are articulate, professional and cohesive.
* Ability to recruit, interview and select students for the CPE program.
* Knowledge of professional ethics for certified educators and history of CPE.
* Ability to apply theoretical understanding for and competence in administering and conducting all levels of CPE programs.
* Knowledge of emerging trends and research in the area of pastoral education.
* Knowledge of diverse conceptual frameworks for developing educational curriculum.
Preferred Experience: ACPE Certified Educator
References: VA Handbook 5005/135 September 24, 2020 PART II APPENDIX G67
Physical Requirements: Physical aspects associated with work required of this assignment are typical for the occupation and would generally not require a pre-placement examination. Exceptions: A pre-placement examination is required for any occupation or assignment that requires the operation of a government-owned or -leased motor vehicle in order to properly carry out assigned duties. Examinations may also be required for any occupation or assignment that requires a pre-placement examination by virtue of another policy, regulation, or statute
Education
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: ********************************* If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: **************************************************************************
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Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.
If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
* Ecclesiastical Endorsement & Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)
* Professional Certification
* Resume
* SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
* Transcript
RESUME: must be SPECIFIC AS TO DATES WORKED, please use month/day/year whenever possible; please indicate how many hours worked per week for each position. Assumptions will NOT be made in your favor if your resume is vague regarding dates and hours worked. If your RESUME is vague as to dates, assumptions will NOT
Chaplain - Spiritual Care
Chaplain Job 63 miles from Salem
**PeaceHealth is seeking a Chaplain - Spiritual Care for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position** . The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $30.83 - $46.23. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.
**Job Summary**
Provides direct spiritual care for patients, family members, and PeaceHealth caregivers across the continuum of care. Demonstrates a spiritual presence to all people which is compassionate, accepting, respectful, and sensitive. Works as a member of the health care team and with other health care professionals. Promotes healing of mind, body, and spirit through direct care, leadership, and pastoral education. Works collaboratively with other professionals, faith community leaders, students, and community professionals. Provides leadership in promoting the mission, values and vision of PeaceHealth.
**Essential Functions**
+ Assumes responsibility to provide spiritual care to patients and families in assigned areas and by referral and participation in interdisciplinary teams and other health care teams or service lines. Offers holistic spiritual care and counsel to address the spiritual, psychological, social, and physical needs of patients, families, and health care teams.
+ Assists others as they seek to make meaning during crises and as they try to integrate their personal, spiritual, and health care journeys. Facilitates theological reflection as appropriate.
+ Provides and documents interventions and interactions; requests follow up by other chaplains/disciplines as appropriate.
+ Assist people to move through immediate and emerging crisis/trauma. Provides crisis debriefing and support to health care teams as needed.
+ Assists others in ethical decision making, which may include Advance Care Planning, consistent with their values and belief system and in accordance with the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Healthcare Services (ERDs).
+ Provides notification, consultation and support for faith community leaders of patients and families wishing their faith community leaders notified and involved in their care. Works closely with faith community leaders to ensure patients' spiritual needs are met during hospitalization and appropriate referrals for post-discharge spiritual care are made.
+ Provides support, resource, and leadership for the programs, initiatives, and on-going department functions and goals as assigned.
+ Provides support, education, and consultation to members of health care teams as they seek personal and professional growth in becoming more effective caregivers and in providing care, which is relational, patient centered, and holistically oriented.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
**Qualifications**
**Education**
+ Required: Theological Education as appropriate for chaplaincy and four units of ACPE Certified CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education).
+ Master's Degree Preferred from an accredited university or seminary.
**Experience**
+ Minimum of 2 years Required: Healthcare chaplaincy (or equivalent setting) experience.
+ Preferred: Acute care experience.
**Credentials**
+ Required within 3 years: Chaplain Board Certified or certification eligible by National Association of Catholic Chaplains, or Association of Professional Chaplains, the National Association of Jewish Chaplains, or Spiritual Care Association/Healthcare Chaplaincy Association or Association of Clinical Pastoral Education certified or provisionally certified.
+ Required: Basic Life Support for hospice chaplains.
+ Preferred: Basic Life Support for all other chaplains.
**Skills**
+ Ability to assist others in medical decision making consistent with their values and belief system. (Required)
+ Knowledge of and ability to interpret the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services. (Required)
+ Ability to appropriately articulate his/her own spiritual perspective and integration while remaining respectful of the perspective of others. (Required)
+ Able to integrate experience and reflection into pastoral ministry. (Required)
+ Ability to interact with faith community leaders of diverse denominations and faith traditions. (Required)
+ Ability to work effectively with patients who have widely varying physical, emotional, cultural, and religious/spiritual needs which bring meaning to their lives and to their experiences as patients. (Required)
+ Crisis counseling skills and/or experience required for addressing and processing trauma situations. (Required)
+ Ability to integrate and utilize a variety of modalities in healing, i.e., guided meditation, music thanatology, etc. (Required)
+ Computer literate and proficient in MS Office; Electronic Medical Record experience. (Preferred)
+ Commitment to continuing education. (Required)
+ Endorsement from or attestation of good standing in a faith tradition. (Required)
**Working Conditions**
**Lifting**
+ Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
+ Sedentary work.
**Environmental Conditions**
+ Predominantly operates in an office environment.
+ Some time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.
**Mental/Visual**
+ Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
+ Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (********************************************************************************************************************************** .
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.
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Chaplain
Chaplain Job 213 miles from Salem
CHI St. Anthony Hospital is a 25 bed licensed for 49 faith-based acute care level four trauma critical access hospital and healthcare campus serving the Pendleton Oregon area for more than 100 years. We are committed to the highest quality of patient care and safety; and to strengthening our community through wellness education. CHI St. Anthony Hospital is designed specifically to ensure that our physicians nurses and healthcare professionals can continue to provide extraordinary care for our patients. The 103000 square foot hospital features 4 operations rooms 11 emergency rooms 30 private patient rooms and the latest medical equipment. St. Anthony Hospital has plenty of room to grow as needed by the community and will continue to provide the safest quality of care possible. St. Anthony Hospital was also named one of the top patient experience hospitals in 2021. CHI St. Anthony is a member of CommonSpirit Health (****************************** the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services-all recognized for quality safety and service. To learn more go to ********************
**Responsibilities**
**Job Summary:**
This position is responsible for providing emotional and spiritual support through pastoral care services to patients their families and hospital staff as a member of the Spiritual Care Resources Team. The Chaplain utilizes appropriate pastoral ministry approaches to support patients residents and family members during a period of illness injury or grief.
Behaviors and attitude reveal a strong commitment to St. Anthony's Mission Philosophy and Values: **Compassion Inclusion Integrity Excellence and Collaboration** . Demonstrates understanding of customer relationships and extends pastoral care when indicated to employees physicians volunteers students and others.
**Essential Functions:**
+ This position is responsible for assisting the Director in providing emotional and spiritual support through pastoral care services to patients their families and hospital staff as a member of the Spiritual Care Resources Team. The Chaplain utilizes appropriate pastoral ministry approaches to support patients residents and family members during a period of illness injury or grief. Behaviors and attitude reveal a strong commitment to Mercy's Mission Philosophy and Values.
+ Demonstrates understanding of customer relationships It is the responsibility of all employees to read accept and follow the initiatives of Mercy Medical Center as outlined in the publication Our Values and Ethics at Work. Corporate Compliance is the duty and responsibility of everyone employed by St. Anthony Hospital and its related organizations.
+ Promotes a strong belief in St. Anthony's and the Franciscan Mission and has respect for and compliance with St. Anthony's Patient Rights Statement.
+ Demonstrates behavior consistent with St. Anthony's Core Values: .
+ Incumbent has access to restricted or confidential patient information and must comply with the terms of the St. Anthony Hospital Security Policies as it applies to their job role.
+ Collaborates with immediate supervisor to establish define and refine department goals and objectives consistent with facility's Mission and Values and demonstrates satisfactory progress towards these goals and objectives.
+ Exhibits the ability to make effective decisions based on verifiable and measurable data/criteria.
+ Promotes positive customer relations with internal and external customers.
+ Demonstrates respect and sensitivity to cultural/social differences in interactions with others.
+ Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner.
+ Demonstrates initiative and problem solving skills using sound judgment.
+ Assumes additional responsibilities as needed with little or no direction; shows initiative in assisting others within the department.
+ Provides pastoral care and supports patients residents and family members during a period of illness injury loss or grief.
+ Provides spiritual/religious resources appropriate to the care of patients families and staff.
+ Triages and manages crises in the practice of spiritual care.
+ Provides spiritual care that respects diversity and differences including but not limited to culture gender sexual orientation and spiritual/religious practices.
+ Facilitates logical reflection in the practice of spiritual care.
+ Formulates and utilizes spiritual assessments in order to contribute to plans of care.
+ Understands and utilizes the problem solving process for patient and resident caseload.
+ Maintains current documentation on patient and resident caseload and record keeping responsibilities.
+ Manages and submits weekly reports of assisting patients family clergy and staff with spiritual care needs.
+ Networks with community clergy on a continuum of spiritual care.
+ Develops coordinates and facilitates public worship/spiritual practices appropriate to diverse settings and needs.
+ Other duties as assigned by management.
+ The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
**Qualifications**
**Required Education and Experience:**
+ Completion of or working towards Clinical Pastoral Education preferred
+ Bachelor's Degree in Theology Behavioral Science Ministry or a related field desired
+ Master's Degree preferred
+ One (1) year of experience as a Healthcare Chaplain in a hospital and/or long term care facility preferred
**Required Licensure and Certifications:**
+ Ordained Christian Ministers preferred
+ Certification in NACC (National Associate of Catholic Chaplains) or ACPE (Association for Clinical Pastoral Education preferred
+ Evidence of ongoing education following graduation preferred
**Required Minimum Knowledge Skills and Abilities** :
+ Strong interpersonal skills required. Understanding of the grief process crisis intervention and group dynamics
+ Must possess the ability to complete spiritual assessments document plans of care as well as provide and evaluate service.
+ Organizational and speaking ability
**Pay Range**
$25.18 - $36.52 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Chaplain
Chaplain Job 105 miles from Salem
TITLE: Chaplain Manager, Care Coordination DEPARTMENT: Spiritual Care Services DATE LAST REVIEWED: March 2022 OUR VISION: Creating America's healthiest community, together OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: Spiritual Care Services (SCS), at St. Charles Health System; is an integral part of providing Spiritual Care in respect for the dignity, spirituality, cultural beliefs, and practices within the diversity of patients, families, and staff of St. Charles Medical Center. This department manages the emotional and spiritual support regardless of personal and cultural beliefs, religious background, or spiritual practices.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Chaplain provides patient, family and staff with focused care in accordance with St Charles Health System's mission, values, policies, and procedures. This position will provide services for patients' spiritual, emotional, and social needs; including the use of prayer, active listening, crisis ministry, and sacramental ministry and worship experiences. Chaplains also respond to needs for referrals, support groups, and consultations.
This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
Provides a therapeutic presence in service to others by a purposeful, wholehearted, timely response to their needs. Demonstrating a professional, unconditional, caring, listening presence. Including the ability to assist others in finding within themselves the strength to discover peace on their journey.
Offers a meaningful presence of time, listening, caring, encouragement, hope, humor, and prayer to each individual, respectful of their spirituality and compassionate to their needs.
Is attentive to the promotion of high self-esteem and morale of caregivers.
Provides spiritual, pastoral and emotional care to patients, their families and staff employed by St. Charles Health System.
Participates in education of staff and public.
Provides pastoral support to the larger community.
Participates in health system professional committees (i.e. Institutional Review Board, Bio-ethics Committee, Organ Donation Committee, etc.) as requested.
Attends departmental meetings as requested.
Participates in creating intentional relationships and demonstrates focus, attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience.
Demonstrates a professional level of communication skills.
Participates in holiday rotation.
Participates in orientation and education of new department employees in regards to their responsibilities to patients, family, staff and self as requested.
Assists new employees to maintain annual professional education requirements as appropriate.
In coordination with manager, identifies and works with other department members to implement improvements to services offered by SCS when appropriate.
Interacts with team members in a timely and efficient manner that promotes goodwill and group cohesiveness.
Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each individual, patient and caregiver.
Participates in creating intentional relationships and demonstrates focus attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests
Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with hospital policies, procedures and regulatory agencies.
Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION
Required: Master's degree in Theology or equivalency. Successful completion of 1600 hours (4 units) of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) or equivalency as determined by nationally recognized CPE certification organizations.
Preferred: N/A
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION
Required: Current endorsement of sponsoring religious group. Valid Oregon driver's license and ability to meet SCHS driving requirements.
Preferred: N/A
EXPERIENCE
Required: Two years hospital chaplaincy or pastoral counseling experience. Demonstrated proficiency in providing spiritual, pastoral, and emotional care.
Preferred: Five years hospital chaplaincy or pastoral counseling experience.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION: SKILLS
General:
Communication/Interpersonal:
Demonstrates St. Charles Health System values of Accountability, Caring and Teamwork in every interaction.
Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent St. Charles Health System.
Ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels within St. Charles Health System and external customers/clients/potential employees.
Strong team working and collaborative skills.
Organizational:
Ability to multi-task and work independently.
Attention to detail.
Excellent organizational skills, written and oral communication and customer service skills, particularly in dealing with stressful personal interactions.
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.
Mathematical Skills:
Performs basic math (add, subtract, multiply and divide) calculations.
Performs intermediate to advanced math (analysis, statistics, significant data or number manipulation).
Computer
Basic to intermediate ability and experience in computer applications, specifically electronic medical records system and MS Office.
Basic experience in computer applications necessary to record time, obtain work directions, and complete assigned CBL's.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel and Access), database
management, and document preparation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Continually (75% or more): Use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.
Frequently (50%): Sitting, standing, walking, lifting 1-10 pounds, keyboard operation.
Occasionally (25%): Bending, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, carrying/pushing or pulling 1-10 pounds, grasping/squeezing.
Rarely (10%): Stooping/kneeling/crouching, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 11-15 pounds, operation of a motor vehicle.
Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, ability to hear whispered speech level.
Exposure to Elemental Factors
Never (0%): Heat, cold, wet/slippery area, noise, dust, vibration, chemical solution, uneven surface.
Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category
No Risk for Exposure to BBP
Schedule Weekly Hours:
0
Caregiver Type:
Relief
Shift:
Variable (United States of America)
Is Exempt Position?
No
Job Family:
CHAPLAIN
Scheduled Days of the Week:
Variable with Call
Shift Start & End Time:
variable
Chaplain
Chaplain Job 213 miles from Salem
CHI St. Anthony Hospital is a 25 bed licensed for 49 faith-based acute care level four trauma critical access hospital and healthcare campus serving the Pendleton Oregon area for more than 100 years. We are committed to the highest quality of patient care and safety; and to strengthening our community through wellness education. CHI St. Anthony Hospital is designed specifically to ensure that our physicians nurses and healthcare professionals can continue to provide extraordinary care for our patients. The 103000 square foot hospital features 4 operations rooms 11 emergency rooms 30 private patient rooms and the latest medical equipment. St. Anthony Hospital has plenty of room to grow as needed by the community and will continue to provide the safest quality of care possible. St. Anthony Hospital was also named one of the top patient experience hospitals in 2021. CHI St. Anthony is a member of CommonSpirit Health the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services-all recognized for quality safety and service. To learn more go to ********************
Responsibilities
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for providing emotional and spiritual support through pastoral care services to patients their families and hospital staff as a member of the Spiritual Care Resources Team. The Chaplain utilizes appropriate pastoral ministry approaches to support patients residents and family members during a period of illness injury or grief.
Behaviors and attitude reveal a strong commitment to St. Anthony's Mission Philosophy and Values: Compassion Inclusion Integrity Excellence and Collaboration. Demonstrates understanding of customer relationships and extends pastoral care when indicated to employees physicians volunteers students and others.
Essential Functions:
This position is responsible for assisting the Director in providing emotional and spiritual support through pastoral care services to patients their families and hospital staff as a member of the Spiritual Care Resources Team. The Chaplain utilizes appropriate pastoral ministry approaches to support patients residents and family members during a period of illness injury or grief. Behaviors and attitude reveal a strong commitment to Mercy's Mission Philosophy and Values.
Demonstrates understanding of customer relationships It is the responsibility of all employees to read accept and follow the initiatives of Mercy Medical Center as outlined in the publication Our Values and Ethics at Work. Corporate Compliance is the duty and responsibility of everyone employed by St. Anthony Hospital and its related organizations.
Promotes a strong belief in St. Anthony's and the Franciscan Mission and has respect for and compliance with St. Anthony's Patient Rights Statement.
Demonstrates behavior consistent with St. Anthony's Core Values: .
Incumbent has access to restricted or confidential patient information and must comply with the terms of the St. Anthony Hospital Security Policies as it applies to their job role.
Collaborates with immediate supervisor to establish define and refine department goals and objectives consistent with facility's Mission and Values and demonstrates satisfactory progress towards these goals and objectives.
Exhibits the ability to make effective decisions based on verifiable and measurable data/criteria.
Promotes positive customer relations with internal and external customers.
Demonstrates respect and sensitivity to cultural/social differences in interactions with others.
Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner.
Demonstrates initiative and problem solving skills using sound judgment.
Assumes additional responsibilities as needed with little or no direction; shows initiative in assisting others within the department.
Provides pastoral care and supports patients residents and family members during a period of illness injury loss or grief.
Provides spiritual/religious resources appropriate to the care of patients families and staff.
Triages and manages crises in the practice of spiritual care.
Provides spiritual care that respects diversity and differences including but not limited to culture gender sexual orientation and spiritual/religious practices.
Facilitates logical reflection in the practice of spiritual care.
Formulates and utilizes spiritual assessments in order to contribute to plans of care.
Understands and utilizes the problem solving process for patient and resident caseload.
Maintains current documentation on patient and resident caseload and record keeping responsibilities.
Manages and submits weekly reports of assisting patients family clergy and staff with spiritual care needs.
Networks with community clergy on a continuum of spiritual care.
Develops coordinates and facilitates public worship/spiritual practices appropriate to diverse settings and needs.
Other duties as assigned by management.
The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Completion of or working towards Clinical Pastoral Education preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Theology Behavioral Science Ministry or a related field desired
Master's Degree preferred
One (1) year of experience as a Healthcare Chaplain in a hospital and/or long term care facility preferred
Required Licensure and Certifications:
Ordained Christian Ministers preferred
Certification in NACC (National Associate of Catholic Chaplains) or ACPE (Association for Clinical Pastoral Education preferred
Evidence of ongoing education following graduation preferred
Required Minimum Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Strong interpersonal skills required. Understanding of the grief process crisis intervention and group dynamics
Must possess the ability to complete spiritual assessments document plans of care as well as provide and evaluate service.
Organizational and speaking ability
Chaplain - Part Time
Chaplain Job 35 miles from Salem
The Chaplain/Spiritual Care Coordinator is responsible for the provision of spiritual care services to patients and families/caregivers of Signature Hospice, either directly or through coordination of care with other spiritual counselors. The Spiritual Care Coordinator will be dedicated to the Mission, Values and Care Commitments of Signature Healthcare at Home and embrace and demonstrate our mission: “To Enhance the Life of Every Person We Serve.”
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assures spiritual assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program and
appropriate services are rendered in a timely manner.
• Facilitates the development of the individualized plan of care by participating in the
comprehensive assessment to meet identified spiritual needs.
• Provides direct spiritual care to patients and families/caregivers.
• Serves as liaison and support to community chaplains and spiritual counselors.
• Maintains records of spiritual care services utilization and related activities for quality
assurance, program development, and policies and procedures review and revision.
• Documents direct services and ongoing communication with community chaplains and
spiritual counselors.
• Attends patient care conference and interdisciplinary group meetings as a member of the
interdisciplinary group.
• Provides consultation, education, and support to the interdisciplinary group on spiritual care.
• Recruits community chaplains, spiritual counselors, and spiritual care volunteers adequate to meet patient and family/caregiver needs by developing community contacts and offering education through congregations about hospice care.
• Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• Provides for funeral or memorial services for patients as requested.
• Plans periodic memorial services to meet the needs of personnel, volunteers, and community clergy/spiritual counselors working with the hospice team.
• Assists in supervision of spiritual care volunteers when assigned to patients/families/caregivers.
• Accepts and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major functions and
responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform
job related functions/responsibilities other than those stated in this description or may only be
required to perform a limited number of the job-related functions/responsibilities stated in this
description due to their classification- in all cases as directed by their supervisor.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
• Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology (BO, MDiv or equivalent theological degree preferred).
• Experience working with death and dying, individuals/family/caregiver.
• Hospice/ experience preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS:
• Ability to work as member of interdisciplinary team/group.
• Comfort in an interfaith setting.
• Ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values.
• Ability to network with community clergy and congregations
• Knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy of care.
• Working knowledge of state and federal hospice regulations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel to all business locations.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or
organization requirements and is in good working order.
The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at ****************************
Chaplain - PACE/Elderplace
Chaplain Job 45 miles from Salem
will be working 36 hours/week. The Chaplain provides professional and competent spiritual care ministry, and is responsible for serving the spiritual, religious, and emotional needs of others in inpatient, outpatient, and community settings. As a member of the healthcare team, the chaplain is directly responsible for the implementation of the mission, values, polices, and procedures of the Department of Spiritual Health Services and the facility in which they serve.
Providence PACE is a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly that strives to keep older adults as healthy as possible living in the community through clinics, home visits and more. Join our team to help empower elders in your community to live active, independent lives.
Required Qualifications:
* Master's Degree Theology, Divinity, Spirituality, Pastoral Ministry or the equivalent applicable education from an accredited institution.
* Coursework/Training 4 units-Accredited or approved by the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE), by programs that were accredited by the former United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Commission on Certification and Accreditation (USCCB/CCA), or the Canadian Association for Spiritual Care (CASC/ACSS). Equivalency for one unit of CPE (two units in CASC) may be considered.
* Within 3 years of hire National Chaplain Certification.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits. Changes in benefits, including paid time-off, happen for various reasons. These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time-off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons.
PRN Hospice Spiritual Care Coordinator Chaplain
Chaplain Job 107 miles from Salem
Now Hiring!
PRN Hospice Spiritual Care Coordinator/Chaplain
Signature Healthcare at Home
454 NE Revere Avenue
Bend, Oregon 97701
Open to PRN? Part Time? Or Full Time position ask us about our flexible Work Schedule, 8 to 5 Monday thru Friday, or three to four, 10 hour work days, 30 to 40 hours per week, flexible work schedule during Monday thru Sunday, Day Shift
Signature Healthcare at Home offers competitive pay and mileage reimbursement. For Full Time and Part Time positions Signature Healthcare at Home offers cell phone/wireless keyboard, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Plan, very generous PTO plan up to 4 weeks of paid time off and 6 paid holidays, life and disability insurance, employee referral bonus, continuing education and higher education reimbursement program. Excellent career growth opportunities!
Please apply on line for this position here: *****************************
Responsibilities
The Hospice Spiritual Care Coordinator is responsible for the provision of spiritual care services to patients, families and caregivers of Signature Hospice, either directly or through coordination of care with other spiritual counselors.
Facilitate the development of the individualized plan of care to meet identified spiritual needs.
Assure spiritual assessment of patients, families and caregivers are appropriate and services are rendered in a timely manner.
Provide direct spiritual care to patients, families and caregivers.
Provide for funeral of memorial services.
Recruit community chaplains, spiritual counselors, and spiritual care volunteers adequate to meet patient needs by developing community contacts and offering education through congregations about hospice care.
Assist in supervision of spiritual care volunteers.
Qualifications/Skillsets
Must possess a Bachelor of Divinity (BD) or Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree from an accredited seminary or school of theology, or equivalent theological degree.
Experience working with death and dying, and the spiritual needs of the terminally ill, their family and caregivers.
Must have a valid driver's license and current automobile insurance.
Understanding and commitment to the philosophy of hospice concept.
Comfortable in an interfaith setting, and the ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs and values.
Please apply on line for this position here: *****************************
Or contact:
LaDawn Fronapel
Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist
Signature Healthcare at Home
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Signature Healthcare at Home is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.
Chaplain Resident
Chaplain Job 45 miles from Salem
Chaplain Resident at Providence Portland Medical Center in Portland, OR.
Full-Time/Day Shift
The Chaplain Resident provides spiritual and emotional support to patients, their families, guests, and staff. Simultaneously the Chaplain Resident is actively engaging in an action-reflection, process model of education that focuses on the development and enhancement of the student's professional competency and pastoral identity. The CPE Resident participates in on-call duty rotation. The program is designed for one year.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at Providence Portland Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Theology, Divinity, Spirituality, Pastoral Ministry or the equivalent applicable education from an accredited institution. Theology, Divinity, Spirituality, Pastoral Ministry or the equivalent applicable education from an accredited institution.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Theology, Divinity, Spirituality, Pastoral Ministry or the equivalent applicable education from an accredited institution. Theology, Divinity, Spirituality, Pastoral Ministry or the equivalent applicable education from an accredited institution.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits. Changes in benefits, including paid time-off, happen for various reasons. These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time-off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons.
Home Care Hospice Chaplain, scheduled on-call (Portland, Vancouver Metro)
Chaplain Job 45 miles from Salem
To directly provide and coordinate the provision of chaplain services for hospice and palliative care patients and families consistent with the hospice and palliative care regulations and standards of practice. To integrate spiritual care/support in the work of the interdisciplinary team. To ensure hospice and palliative care patients and families receive spiritual support, comfort and guidance while facing serious and terminal illnesses, consistent with their spiritual traditions, preferences and values.
Essential Responsibilities:
* Directly provide spiritual support and counseling services through home visits, long-term care facility visits, hospital visits, clinic visits, telephone calls, and virtual visits performing both individual and group counseling.
* Assure the assessment of the spiritual needs, issues, concerns of hospice and palliative care patients and families. Assure assessments are clearly documented, appropriate interventions planned, implemented and evaluated for effectiveness.
* Participates with the interdisciplinary team in a manner that results in effective, collaborative care planning.
* Coordinate the provision of spiritual care to seriously and terminally ill patients and their families utilizing personal, community and volunteer resources.
* Assure staff and volunteer competency in the role of spiritual care within the interdisciplinary team and how to perform spiritual screening of patients and families. Provide and facilitate the training and education of staff and volunteers through their own, departmental and community resources.
* Oversee the development and coordination of spiritual care resources including but not limited to literature, support groups, mentors/consultants, community resources, educational presentations, rituals, program events including memorial services, and alternative care.
* Measure and monitor the quantity and quality of spiritual care services provided including but not limited to patient and family satisfaction, outcomes, and utilization of services. Develop and implement performance improvement measures to meet patient and program goals.
* May provide bereavement support to surviving bereaved after a patient dies; including phone support, in-home or care facility visitations, bereavement support groups and assisting with memorial or funeral services when requested by family as scheduling allows.
* Assure professional competency through maintaining working knowledge of current regulations and standards of practice related to hospice, palliative care, and chaplaincy in a medical setting.
* Perform other duties as requested.
Hospice Chaplain | Full time Ex | Riverside Home Health Care and Hospice | Grants Pass, OR |
Chaplain Job 174 miles from Salem
The Hospice Chaplain is responsible for the provision of spiritual care services to patients and families/caregivers of Rogue River Health Care LLC DBA Riverside Home Health Care, either directly or through coordination of care with other spiritual counselors.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Assures spiritual assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program and appropriate services are rendered in a timely manner.
Facilitates the development of the individualized plan of care by participating in the comprehensive assessment to meet identified spiritual needs.
Provides direct spiritual care to patients and families/caregivers.
Serves as liaison and support to community chaplains and spiritual counselors.
Maintains records of spiritual care services utilization and related activities for quality assurance, program development, and policies and procedures review and revision.
Documents direct services and ongoing communication with community chaplains and spiritual counselors.
Attends patient care conference and interdisciplinary group meetings as a member of the interdisciplinary group.
Provides consultation, education, and support to the interdisciplinary group on spiritual care.
Recruits community chaplains, spiritual counselors, and spiritual care volunteers adequate to meet patient and family/caregiver needs by developing community contacts and offering education through congregations about hospice care.
Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
Provides for funeral or memorial services for patients as requested.
Plans periodic memorial services to meet the needs of personnel, volunteers, and community clergy/spiritual counselors working with the hospice team.
Assists in supervision of spiritual care volunteers when assigned to patients/ families/caregivers.
Accepts and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, MDiv or equivalent theological degree). Experience working with death and dying, individuals/family/caregiver.
Hospice/ experience preferred.
Ability to work as member of interdisciplinary team/group.
Comfort in an interfaith setting.
Ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values.
Ability to network with community clergy and congregations.
Knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy of care.
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.
The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at ****************************
Associate Chaplain, Per Diem/On Call, The Dalles Hospital
Chaplain Job 102 miles from Salem
Located in the metropolitan area of Sacramento, the Adventist Health corporate headquarters have been based in Roseville, California, for more than 40 years. In 2019, we unveiled our WELL-certified campus - a rejuvenating place for associates systemwide to collaborate, innovate and connect.
Whether virtual or on campus, Adventist Health Roseville and shared service teams have access to enjoy a welcoming space designed to promote well-being and inspire your best work.
Job Summary:
Provides spiritual counseling, support and care in line with beliefs and desires of patients, family members and interdisciplinary team members in times of spiritual distress or crisis.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
Bachelor's degree in theology, spirituality, pastoral ministry or equivalent subject matter: Required
Master of Divinity degree or equivalent: Preferred
Ecclesiastical endorsement from the chaplain's respective denomination or faith tradition: Required
Essential Functions:
Provides pastoral care services on an on-call basis for patients in various situations, such as those undergoing surgical procedures, facing end-of-life issues and following traumatic accidents.
Provides comfort and support for patient family members and friends.
Responds to requests for pastoral care in a timely manner.
Ensures the religious and spiritual needs of patients and their loved ones are met. Acts as a spiritual resource for staff.
Accountable to the organizational mission, core vision and values.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit ******************************************** for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.
Chaplain
Chaplain Job 45 miles from Salem
To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34
As a Navy Chaplain, you will be the voice of encouragement, reason and hope to thousands of Sailors and Marines, supporting and uplifting the brave men and women who have chosen to serve their country. The Navy Chaplain Corps boasts more than 800 Navy Chaplains from more than 100 different faith groups, including Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist and many others.
For additional information regarding the Chaplain service, please call 888-NAVYCHC or ************.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Navy Chaplain, your job spans a broad range of duties. You will support fellow servicemembers during their most joyful and most difficult moments. Your responsibilities might be to:
Conduct worship services in a variety of settings
Perform religious rites and ceremonies such as weddings, funeral services and baptisms
Counsel individuals who seek guidance
Oversee religious education programs, such as Sunday school and youth groups
Visit and provide spiritual guidance and care to hospitalized personnel and their family members
Train lay leaders who conduct religious education programs
Promote attendance at religious services, retreats and conferences
Advise leaders at all levels regarding morale, ethics and spiritual well-being
PAY AND BENEFITS
From the day you start, youll receive:
Competitive salary
Free health insurance
Free housing
A retirement plan
30 days paid vacation per year
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
If youre in the process of starting or completing your graduate theological degree, you could potentially enter the Navy Chaplain Candidate Program (CCPO) as a student.
Opportunities for continuing education are available through the Advanced Education Program while being paid full-time as a Navy Officer. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Navy Chaplains can advance their education by:
Post-9/11 GI Bill
Navy Tuition Assistance Program
Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Find out more about additional education opportunities for Officers, including post-graduate school.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
U.S. citizen or equivalent
Graduate degree in theological or related studies from an accredited educational institution
Have two years of full-time religious leadership experience
Must be able to obtain an Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a religious faith organization registered with the Department of Defense
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Navy Chaplains immerse themselves in the daily lives of service members. In what can be best described as a ministry of presence, they are there to offer guidance and insight in the moment, whenever theyre needed. You could provide support while on land or at sea, when presiding over religious ceremonies on a base or when conducting services from the flight deck of an aircraft carrier.
PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
There are part-time opportunities as a Navy Chaplain. Serving part-time as a Reserve Chaplain gives you the flexibility to minister in the Navy while maintaining responsibilities to your congregation at home.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Government & Military
Chaplain (CPE Educator)
Chaplain Job 45 miles from Salem
The incumbent serves as a Chaplain Pastoral Educator (CPE) performing senior-level clinical assignments for the VHA. The incumbent provides comprehensive religious, spiritual, and pastoral care to al persons that are commensurate with the needs, desires, and voluntary consent of the Veteran, caregiver, or staff. The incumbent addresses the spiritual component of health and wellness in every patient setting to ensure that pastoral care is fully integrated into all aspects of chaplain services.
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Overview
* Accepting applications
* Open & closing dates
03/21/2025 to 04/10/2025
* Salary
$95,488 - $124,140 per year
* Pay scale & grade
GS 12
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
* Portland, OR
* Remote job
No
* Telework eligible
No
* Travel Required
Not required
* Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
* Appointment type
Permanent
* Work schedule
Full-time
* Service
Excepted
* Promotion potential
12
* Job family (Series)
* 0060 Chaplain
* Supervisory status
No
* Security clearance
Other
* Drug test
No
* Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
* Trust determination process
* Credentialing
* Suitability/Fitness
* Financial disclosure
No
* Bargaining unit status
Yes
* Announcement number
CBSV-12718558-25-TP
* Control number
834375300
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This job is open to
* The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
* Federal employees - Competitive service
Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales.
* Federal employees - Excepted service
Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.
* Veterans
Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference
Clarification from the agency
Open to All US Citizens & Other Federal Employees (competitive & excepted service)
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Duties
FUNCTIONS OR SCOPE OF ASSIGNED DUTIES:
* Serves as a certified Chaplain (CPE) providing comprehensive, religious ministry services and training to Veteran patients and students according to their specific needs.
* Carries out an education ministry with the CPE Center, which is highly integrated into VHA's Chaplain program. Provides thorough guidance and advice to Chaplain Service management staff, students, other Chaplains, and stakeholders.
* Manages the daily operations of the CPE Center and develops and implements program policies and procedures. Serves as a certified educator of record for all CPE students for an assigned designated area. Provides administrative oversight and programmatic resources and monitors educational outcomes.
* Offers students an opportunity to develop and expand professional caring skills in a clinical setting to address a person's spiritual, emotional, and physical needs; and offers students experience with hands-on spiritual care for hospitalized patients.
* Maintains records for all educator evaluations, student records, center portfolio, and CPE accreditation requirements, which may include off-site CPE satellite and placement contracts.
* Seeks approval for allied health trainee positions through the Office of Academic Affiliations (OAA). Conducts recruitment and interviews and selects students for the CPE program.
* Ensures all documentation is completed for compliance. Develops educational curricula that are measurable, outcome-oriented, and evidence-based and designed to meet board certification competencies.
* Develops relationships with key staff related to the CPE program, e.g., clinical preceptors, Advisory Group members, and OAA staff.
* Provides extended and intensive pastoral counseling as an integral part of the treatment program with patients facing complex, ethical, moral, and/or spiritual issues.
* Monitors the CPE Center's program effectiveness and modification of service pattern, which includes research and leadership of clinical teams. Develops and implements methods to measure the effectiveness of the Chaplain educational program.
* Uses outcome evaluations to improve educational services and to design education system changes. Seeks best practices, primary research, and research literature that informs the ministry specialty and one's spiritual care practice.
* Provides leadership, direction, orientation, coaching, in-service training, staff development, and continuing education programs.
* Serves as a primary senior Chaplain education resource, spiritual advisor, and liaison for the spiritual needs of Veterans patients, students, caregivers, and staff.
* Conducts comprehensive religious services and worship, pastoral ministry, and administration of Chaplain services. Addresses the religious, spiritual, moral, and ethical problems of patients and staff through educational means.
* Completes various complex educational projects, task groups, and assignments to obtain pertinent high-level information needed for Chaplain Service senior management officials.
* Ensures various complex educational training assignments are carried out in a pluralistic environment, which encompasses sensitivity to the religious needs of many separate religious denominations and faith groups.
* Serves as a Chaplain senior representative and a fully recognized member of an interdisciplinary treatment team (IDT). Advises and collaborates with other senior members of the treatment team to provide comprehensive healthcare services to Veterans.
* Maintains effective rapport with physicians, medical officers, psychologists, nurses, therapists, social workers, or others involved with the IDT.
* Educates, trains, and coaches volunteer groups who offer their services and assistance. Provides expert guidance and advice to other VHA Chaplains.
* Engages in group consultative discussions or conferences with treatment professionals to provide senior-level Chaplain related input. Collaborates with IDT on the evaluation and review of VHA's CPE Center program progress.
* Identifies other Chaplains and faith leaders and/or persons from the community to provide patients' religious needs if necessary. Uses thorough knowledge of different faiths to perform various religious rituals, lead prayers, and answer spiritual questions.
* Provides guidance and support for patients to express values through processes such as life review, oral history, and end of life preparation and documentation.
* Develops and uses measurable, outcome-driven, and evidence-based pastoral care; and creates staff development and wellness programs.
Work Schedule: M-F 0730-1600
Compressed/Flexible:Not available.
Telework: Not available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 0000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): not authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
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Conditions of Employment
* You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
* Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
* Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
* You may be required to serve a probationary period.
* Subject to background/security investigation.
* Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
* Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
* Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.
Qualifications
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
Basic Requirements:
* United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
* English Language Proficiency: Chaplains must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f).
* Education: Applicants must possess a Master of Divinity degree or equivalent educational qualifications as evidenced by a graduate-level theological degree from a college, university or theological school accredited by a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or Association of Theological Schools (ATS) and recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
* Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE): Applicants must have completed four units of CPE from a CPE center that is accredited by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
* Ecclesiastical Endorsement: In accordance with 38 C.F.R. § 17.655, ecclesiastical endorsement is a condition of employment as a VA chaplain. An individual must possess and maintain a full and active ecclesiastical endorsement to be employed as a VA chaplain. Applicants must have an ecclesiastical endorsement, dated within the past 12 months. Ecclesiastical endorsements must be from the official national endorsing authority of the applicant's/employee's faith group or denomination. Ecclesiastical endorsement is a written official statement, by the official national endorsing body of the faith group or denomination, certifying that the applicant is in good standing with the applicant's faith group or denomination; and stating that the individual is, in the opinion of the endorsing body, qualified to perform the full range of ministry required in the VA pluralistic setting. Loss of endorsement will result in removal from the GS-0060 Chaplain series and may result in termination of employment. The National Chaplain Service maintains a list of approved endorsing organizations that can be found here: ********************************************************************************
* Board Certification: Applicants must be a Board Certified Chaplain certified by the Board of Chaplaincy Certification Inc. (BCCI) or nationally recognized certification body that utilizes the BCCI Common Qualifications and Competencies for Professional Chaplaincy or a certifying organization that has a reciprocity agreement with BCCI .
Grade Determinations: Chaplain ACPE Clinical Pastoral Educator, GS 12
* Experience: The candidate must have one year of creditable experience equivalent to the journey level (GS-11) that is directly related to the position to be filled Such as:
* Knowledge of advance care planning to educate, inform, and counsel patients and families.
* Skill in guiding patients in verbalizing and expressing values through life review, oral history, and end of life preparation and documentation.
* Ability to develop pastoral care programs that are measurable, outcome-driven and evidenced based within the department guidelines.
* Skill in counseling on medical and ethical issues, terminal diagnoses or crises, moral injury, problems of conscience, family or marital difficulties and justice or confinement matters.
* Ability to support the development of staff resiliency and develop programs for staff development and wellness by providing spiritual and emotional support.
* Ability to educate and equip healthcare staff and trainees screening for spiritual and religious needs of patients and the importance of appropriate referrals to chaplains for complex spiritual distress.
* Knowledge of community needs to coordinate with community organizations to provide comprehensive spiritual care, utilizing outside community resources to meet the religious needs of patients that cannot be met by chaplain staff.
* Certification:
* To provide educational supervision for CPE Level 1 and Level 2 students, the Chaplain CPE Educator must be a Certified Educator.
* To provide educational supervision for students seeking to become Certified Educators, the Chaplain CPE Educator must be a CPE national faculty from an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
* Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: In addition to the experience or education above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
* Ability to independently educate all levels of CPE students and plan, organize, and implement all levels of the CPE program.
* Skill in adhering to all accreditation standards, processes and practices including, but not limited to, timely and professional submission of all required program reports, center portfolio, fees and dues.
* Skill in written and verbal communication that are articulate, professional and cohesive.
* Ability to recruit, interview and select students for the CPE program.
* Knowledge of professional ethics for certified educators and history of CPE.
* Ability to apply theoretical understanding for and competence in administering and conducting all levels of CPE programs.
* Knowledge of emerging trends and research in the area of pastoral education.
* Knowledge of diverse conceptual frameworks for developing educational curriculum.
Preferred Experience: ACPE Certified Educator
References: VA Handbook 5005/135 September 24, 2020 PART II APPENDIX G67
Physical Requirements: Physical aspects associated with work required of this assignment are typical for the occupation and would generally not require a pre-placement examination. Exceptions: A pre-placement examination is required for any occupation or assignment that requires the operation of a government-owned or -leased motor vehicle in order to properly carry out assigned duties. Examinations may also be required for any occupation or assignment that requires a pre-placement examination by virtue of another policy, regulation, or statute
Education
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: ********************************* If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: **************************************************************************
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Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.
If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
* Ecclesiastical Endorsement & Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)
* Professional Certification
* Resume
* Transcript
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Chaplain - Spiritual Care
Chaplain Job 63 miles from Salem
PeaceHealth is seeking a Chaplain - Spiritual Care for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $30.83 - $46.23. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.
Job Summary
Provides direct spiritual care for patients, family members, and PeaceHealth caregivers across the continuum of care. Demonstrates a spiritual presence to all people which is compassionate, accepting, respectful, and sensitive. Works as a member of the health care team and with other health care professionals. Promotes healing of mind, body, and spirit through direct care, leadership, and pastoral education. Works collaboratively with other professionals, faith community leaders, students, and community professionals. Provides leadership in promoting the mission, values and vision of PeaceHealth.
Essential Functions
* Assumes responsibility to provide spiritual care to patients and families in assigned areas and by referral and participation in interdisciplinary teams and other health care teams or service lines. Offers holistic spiritual care and counsel to address the spiritual, psychological, social, and physical needs of patients, families, and health care teams.
* Assists others as they seek to make meaning during crises and as they try to integrate their personal, spiritual, and health care journeys. Facilitates theological reflection as appropriate.
* Provides and documents interventions and interactions; requests follow up by other chaplains/disciplines as appropriate.
* Assist people to move through immediate and emerging crisis/trauma. Provides crisis debriefing and support to health care teams as needed.
* Assists others in ethical decision making, which may include Advance Care Planning, consistent with their values and belief system and in accordance with the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Healthcare Services (ERDs).
* Provides notification, consultation and support for faith community leaders of patients and families wishing their faith community leaders notified and involved in their care. Works closely with faith community leaders to ensure patients' spiritual needs are met during hospitalization and appropriate referrals for post-discharge spiritual care are made.
* Provides support, resource, and leadership for the programs, initiatives, and on-going department functions and goals as assigned.
* Provides support, education, and consultation to members of health care teams as they seek personal and professional growth in becoming more effective caregivers and in providing care, which is relational, patient centered, and holistically oriented.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
* Required: Theological Education as appropriate for chaplaincy and four units of ACPE Certified CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education).
* Master's Degree Preferred from an accredited university or seminary.
Experience
* Minimum of 2 years Required: Healthcare chaplaincy (or equivalent setting) experience.
* Preferred: Acute care experience.
Credentials
* Required within 3 years: Chaplain Board Certified or certification eligible by National Association of Catholic Chaplains, or Association of Professional Chaplains, the National Association of Jewish Chaplains, or Spiritual Care Association/Healthcare Chaplaincy Association or Association of Clinical Pastoral Education certified or provisionally certified.
* Required: Basic Life Support for hospice chaplains.
* Preferred: Basic Life Support for all other chaplains.
Skills
* Ability to assist others in medical decision making consistent with their values and belief system. (Required)
* Knowledge of and ability to interpret the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services. (Required)
* Ability to appropriately articulate his/her own spiritual perspective and integration while remaining respectful of the perspective of others. (Required)
* Able to integrate experience and reflection into pastoral ministry. (Required)
* Ability to interact with faith community leaders of diverse denominations and faith traditions. (Required)
* Ability to work effectively with patients who have widely varying physical, emotional, cultural, and religious/spiritual needs which bring meaning to their lives and to their experiences as patients. (Required)
* Crisis counseling skills and/or experience required for addressing and processing trauma situations. (Required)
* Ability to integrate and utilize a variety of modalities in healing, i.e., guided meditation, music thanatology, etc. (Required)
* Computer literate and proficient in MS Office; Electronic Medical Record experience. (Preferred)
* Commitment to continuing education. (Required)
* Endorsement from or attestation of good standing in a faith tradition. (Required)
Working Conditions
Lifting
* Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
* Sedentary work.
Environmental Conditions
* Predominantly operates in an office environment.
* Some time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.
Mental/Visual
* Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
* Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.
Chaplain Resident
Chaplain Job 45 miles from Salem
Chaplain Resident at Providence Portland Medical Center in Portland, OR.
Full-Time/Day Shift
The Chaplain Resident provides spiritual and emotional support to patients, their families, guests, and staff. Simultaneously the Chaplain Resident is actively engaging in an action-reflection, process model of education that focuses on the development and enhancement of the student's professional competency and pastoral identity. The CPE Resident participates in on-call duty rotation. The program is designed for one year.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at Providence Portland Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Theology, Divinity, Spirituality, Pastoral Ministry or the equivalent applicable education from an accredited institution. Theology, Divinity, Spirituality, Pastoral Ministry or the equivalent applicable education from an accredited institution.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Theology, Divinity, Spirituality, Pastoral Ministry or the equivalent applicable education from an accredited institution. Theology, Divinity, Spirituality, Pastoral Ministry or the equivalent applicable education from an accredited institution.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits. Changes in benefits, including paid time-off, happen for various reasons. These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time-off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons.
Chaplain Hospice & Palliative Care
Chaplain Job 45 miles from Salem
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Basic Qualifications: Experience
Minimum two (2) years of experience providing spiritual care services in a health care setting.
Minimum one (1) year of professional experience providing services to patients with serious or terminal illnesses.
Education
Masters degree in theology, divinity, pastoral care, philosophy or related discipline.
Completion of at least four units of Clinical Pastoral Education Program (CPE).
License, Certification, Registration
Driver's License (from any state) required at hire
Basic Life Support required at hire
Additional Requirements:
Completion of at least four units of Clinical Pastoral Education Program (CPE).
Thorough knowledge of the spiritual, emotional and general care needs of patents and their families at the end of life.
Proficiency in the delivery of emotional, spiritual, grief counseling and support group services with individuals and groups at the end of life and in the grief process.
Demonstrates customer-focused service skills.
Demonstrates skill in leading groups and teams.
Demonstrates skill in public speaking.
Ability to participate collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
Well-developed peer mentoring and development skills. Ability to assist and mentor clinicians and volunteers in the provision of emotional/spiritual support in their daily practice.
Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.
Ability to document assessments, care delivered; and to coordinate both clearly and concisely using a laptop computer.
Ability to provide quality counseling services for patients/families at end of life with respect and sensitivity to individual beliefs, coping mechanisms, goals, etc.
Excellent time management skills.
Ability to meet department visit productivity requirements.
Ability to document clinical care clearly and concisely in an electronic medical record.
Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum three (3) years of service within a health care setting as a chaplain, especially within a hospice or palliative care setting.
Minimum two (2) years of working as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Board certified Pastoral Counselor.
Notes:
Shifts/days/working hours may vary
Job Summary: To directly provide and coordinate the provision of chaplain services for hospice and palliative care patients and families consistent with the hospice and palliative care regulations and standards of practice. To integrate spiritual care/support in the work of the interdisciplinary team. To ensure hospice and palliative care patients and families receive spiritual support, comfort and guidance while facing serious and terminal illnesses, consistent with their spiritual traditions, preferences and values.Essential Responsibilities:
Directly provide spiritual support and counseling services through home visits, long-term care facility visits, hospital visits, clinic visits, telephone calls, and virtual visits performing both individual and group counseling.
Assure the assessment of the spiritual needs, issues, concerns of hospice and palliative care patients and families. Assure assessments are clearly documented, appropriate interventions planned, implemented and evaluated for effectiveness.
Participates with the interdisciplinary team in a manner that results in effective, collaborative care planning.
Coordinate the provision of spiritual care to seriously and terminally ill patients and their families utilizing personal, community and volunteer resources.
Assure staff and volunteer competency in the role of spiritual care within the interdisciplinary team and how to perform spiritual screening of patients and families. Provide and facilitate the training and education of staff and volunteers through their own, departmental and community resources.
Oversee the development and coordination of spiritual care resources including but not limited to literature, support groups, mentors/consultants, community resources, educational presentations, rituals, program events including memorial services, and alternative care.
Measure and monitor the quantity and quality of spiritual care services provided including but not limited to patient and family satisfaction, outcomes, and utilization of services. Develop and implement performance improvement measures to meet patient and program goals.
May provide bereavement support to surviving bereaved after a patient dies; including phone support, in-home or care facility visitations, bereavement support groups and assisting with memorial or funeral services when requested by family as scheduling allows.
Assure professional competency through maintaining working knowledge of current regulations and standards of practice related to hospice, palliative care, and chaplaincy in a medical setting.
Perform other duties as requested.
Chaplain
Chaplain Job 98 miles from Salem
TITLE: Chaplain Manager, Care Coordination DEPARTMENT: Spiritual Care Services DATE LAST REVIEWED: March 2022 OUR VISION: Creating America's healthiest community, together OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: Spiritual Care Services (SCS), at St. Charles Health System; is an integral part of providing Spiritual Care in respect for the dignity, spirituality, cultural beliefs, and practices within the diversity of patients, families, and staff of St. Charles Medical Center. This department manages the emotional and spiritual support regardless of personal and cultural beliefs, religious background, or spiritual practices.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Chaplain provides patient, family and staff with focused care in accordance with St Charles Health System's mission, values, policies, and procedures. This position will provide services for patients' spiritual, emotional, and social needs; including the use of prayer, active listening, crisis ministry, and sacramental ministry and worship experiences. Chaplains also respond to needs for referrals, support groups, and consultations.
This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
Provides a therapeutic presence in service to others by a purposeful, wholehearted, timely response to their needs. Demonstrating a professional, unconditional, caring, listening presence. Including the ability to assist others in finding within themselves the strength to discover peace on their journey.
Offers a meaningful presence of time, listening, caring, encouragement, hope, humor, and prayer to each individual, respectful of their spirituality and compassionate to their needs.
Is attentive to the promotion of high self-esteem and morale of caregivers.
Provides spiritual, pastoral and emotional care to patients, their families and staff employed by St. Charles Health System.
Participates in education of staff and public.
Provides pastoral support to the larger community.
Participates in health system professional committees (i.e. Institutional Review Board, Bio-ethics Committee, Organ Donation Committee, etc.) as requested.
Attends departmental meetings as requested.
Participates in creating intentional relationships and demonstrates focus, attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience.
Demonstrates a professional level of communication skills.
Participates in holiday rotation.
Participates in orientation and education of new department employees in regards to their responsibilities to patients, family, staff and self as requested.
Assists new employees to maintain annual professional education requirements as appropriate.
In coordination with manager, identifies and works with other department members to implement improvements to services offered by SCS when appropriate.
Interacts with team members in a timely and efficient manner that promotes goodwill and group cohesiveness.
Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each individual, patient and caregiver.
Participates in creating intentional relationships and demonstrates focus attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests
Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with hospital policies, procedures and regulatory agencies.
Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION
Required: Master's degree in Theology or equivalency. Successful completion of 1600 hours (4 units) of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) or equivalency as determined by nationally recognized CPE certification organizations.
Preferred: N/A
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION
Required: Current endorsement of sponsoring religious group. Valid Oregon driver's license and ability to meet SCHS driving requirements.
Preferred: N/A
EXPERIENCE
Required: Two years hospital chaplaincy or pastoral counseling experience. Demonstrated proficiency in providing spiritual, pastoral, and emotional care.
Preferred: Five years hospital chaplaincy or pastoral counseling experience.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION: SKILLS
General:
Communication/Interpersonal:
Demonstrates St. Charles Health System values of Accountability, Caring and Teamwork in every interaction.
Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent St. Charles Health System.
Ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels within St. Charles Health System and external customers/clients/potential employees.
Strong team working and collaborative skills.
Organizational:
Ability to multi-task and work independently.
Attention to detail.
Excellent organizational skills, written and oral communication and customer service skills, particularly in dealing with stressful personal interactions.
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.
Mathematical Skills:
Performs basic math (add, subtract, multiply and divide) calculations.
Performs intermediate to advanced math (analysis, statistics, significant data or number manipulation).
Computer
Basic to intermediate ability and experience in computer applications, specifically electronic medical records system and MS Office.
Basic experience in computer applications necessary to record time, obtain work directions, and complete assigned CBL's.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel and Access), database
management, and document preparation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Continually (75% or more): Use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.
Frequently (50%): Sitting, standing, walking, lifting 1-10 pounds, keyboard operation.
Occasionally (25%): Bending, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, carrying/pushing or pulling 1-10 pounds, grasping/squeezing.
Rarely (10%): Stooping/kneeling/crouching, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 11-15 pounds, operation of a motor vehicle.
Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, ability to hear whispered speech level.
Exposure to Elemental Factors
Never (0%): Heat, cold, wet/slippery area, noise, dust, vibration, chemical solution, uneven surface.
Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category
No Risk for Exposure to BBP
Schedule Weekly Hours:
0
Caregiver Type:
Relief
Shift:
Variable (United States of America)
Is Exempt Position?
No
Job Family:
CHAPLAIN
Scheduled Days of the Week:
Variable with Call
Shift Start & End Time:
variable
Chaplain Resident
Chaplain Job 45 miles from Salem
Chaplain Resident at Providence Portland Medical Center in Portland, OR. Full-Time/Day Shift The Chaplain Resident provides spiritual and emotional support to patients, their families, guests, and staff. Simultaneously the Chaplain Resident is actively engaging in an action-reflection, process model of education that focuses on the development and enhancement of the student's professional competency and pastoral identity. The CPE Resident participates in on-call duty rotation. The program is designed for one year.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at Providence Portland Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
* Bachelor's Degree in Theology, Divinity, Spirituality, Pastoral Ministry or the equivalent applicable education from an accredited institution. Theology, Divinity, Spirituality, Pastoral Ministry or the equivalent applicable education from an accredited institution.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Master's Degree in Theology, Divinity, Spirituality, Pastoral Ministry or the equivalent applicable education from an accredited institution. Theology, Divinity, Spirituality, Pastoral Ministry or the equivalent applicable education from an accredited institution.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits. Changes in benefits, including paid time-off, happen for various reasons. These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time-off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons.