At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Summary of Primary Function General Purpose of Position

Under the direction of the Director of Mission or Director of Spiritual Care, the Chaplain I ministers to patients, families, and staff around religious and spiritual needs. As an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, the chaplain provides spiritual care and emotional support within the context of illness, crisis, loss, and death. The chaplain is committed to the Mission and models its core values.

Essential Job Functions

• Recognizes the sacramental needs of the Catholic population.

• Provide for religious and ritual needs of diverse faith groups.

• Minister to a diverse population in a non-proselytizing manner and provide basic emotional and spiritual support to patients, visitors, our community, and fellow associates.

• Provide constructive pastoral presence by employing pastoral skills including active listening and the ability to communicate in a calm, non-anxious manner.

• Provide spiritual support to end-of-life situations and crisis’ (Code Blue, Death, Trauma, etc.).

• Identify pastoral situations where they need additional Departmental resources and request appropriate assistance.

• Makes notation of clinical encounter in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) per departmental protocol.

• Demonstrates knowledge of the Ethical and Religious Directives of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and adheres to the policies of the Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH) as a Catholic healthcare organization.

• 24/7 call with expectations for holidays/weekends

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Commitment to complete one (1) of CPE within first year of employment (required)

One (1) unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) completed (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree (required), preferably in a related field such as Religious or Theological Studies (preferred for PRN associates)

Master’s degree in a related field (preferred)

Work Experience

1 Years of related experience as a Chaplain in a healthcare setting. (preferred)

Completion of lay ministry or in the ordination process. (preferred)

Documentation of faith community endorsement by official representative(s) reflecting good standing in accordance with the requirements of his/her own faith/spiritual tradition to be involved in hospital ministry. (Required)

Training

Complete 1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) within first year of employment (required)

Language

None

Patient Population – Competency is based on the patient population of the site/facility

Not applicable for this position

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*

May have periods of constant interruptions

General office environment

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Skills

Ability to be present to others in their illness or crisis

Ability to provide pastoral support within the context of the patient's culture, values and belief system

Active listening

Apply Ethical Practices

Clinical Pastoral Care

Collaboration

Communication

Crisis counseling

Crisis Intervention

Demonstrate Empathy

Flexibility

Good interpersonal skills

Healthcare Ethics

Human Relations

Interfaith Dialogue

Ministering to diverse populations

Organization Skills

Pastoral Care

Pastoral Counseling

Pastoral Ministries

Pastoral Theology

Planning

Presentation Skills

Public Relations

Relationship building

Religious Studies

Spiritual Care

Spiritual Care Assessments

Spiritual Support

Teamwork

Theological Reflection

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com