Chaplain Per Diem

About the role

Provides for and/or ensures that the spiritual needs of patients, family members, hospital staff and physicians are met as a part of care provided by Huntington Hospital. Provides educational opportunities for Chaplains, Volunteers, and Staff and in the community regarding a variety of spiritually and culturally diverse needs including end of life issues. Provides pastoral counseling and spiritual guidance as needed. This position requires flexibility of hours.

Education

• Master of Divinity Degree (preferred) or Masters in Theology, Spirituality, Pastoral Ministry or related field required.
• Ecclesiastical endorsement for hospital chaplaincy, preferred.
• Four units of a Clinical Pastoral Education are preferred.
• Certification as a Chaplain by a national chaplaincy organization preferred.

Experience/Training

• Minimum three years in a healthcare organization serving a patient population with an average daily census of 250 is preferred.

Skills

• Ability to be an effective teacher.
• Expertise in the management of difficult patient, family and staff situations.
• Exemplary organization and problem solving skills.
• Leadership ability and collaborative style.
• Ability to manage activities and multiple priorities within complex systems.
• Ability to function in unstructured environments.
• Tolerance for ambiguity, uncertainty and change.
• Ability to work with all levels of personnel and team members.

The estimated base rate for this position is $38.18 - $43.90. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions.