Director Chaplaincy-Spiritual Care, Chaplaincy Spiritual Care BTH, FT, VARIES

About the role

The Director of Pastoral Care will provide pastoral ministry in a manner which exemplifies the philosophy, mission and values of Pastoral Care Services of BHSF. The Director will act as worship leader, counselor, advocate-mediator, educator, and spiritual guide. He/she will maintain his/her relationship with the endorsing religious denomination by keeping it current and in good standing at all times while employed by BHSF.

Responsibilities

• Hire, supervise, evaluate and discharge all department personnel including Staff Chaplains, interns, and clerical staff, and volunteers.
• Lead the creation, development and implementation of all programming, policies and procedures, as outlined in the Department's Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Develop and manage the annual budget for the department.
• Oversight and management of the hospital’s Employee Sunshine Fund and assist with the hospital-based Financial Hardship Program (Charity).
• Member of the Hospital’s Bio-Ethics Committee and the System’s Ethics Committee.
• Accountable to the highest level of professional ethics and moral conduct as a spiritual leader within Baptist Health South Florida and related communities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree.
• Board Certified Chaplain.
• Masters of Divinity or equivalent theological degree.
• Ministerial Ordination in good standing.
• Up to date denominational endorsement for ministry in the healthcare setting.
• Four units of clinical pastoral education or equivalent training and experience.
• Leadership and management experience in a healthcare based chaplaincy program required.
• Board certification with the Association of Professional Chaplains or meet the criteria for certification within one year from employment.

Pay

Estimated salary range for this position is $91,132.84 - $118,472.69 / year depending on experience.