PT STAFF CHAPLAIN (Palliative Care) at University of Maryland Medical System

This position works 8:30am-4:30pm Tuesday Thursday and SaturdayGeneral SummaryUnder supervision of the Spiritual Care Supervisor the chaplain serves the spiritual religious and emotional needs of patients families and employees. Provides for the pastoral needs of patients families and staff. Specifically the chaplain through professional training and certification assists patients their family members and staff to understand more fully lifes events as they relate to their spiritual and emotional well-being. Within the context of the individuals life experience the chaplain may offer prayer or reflection. The position requires a graduate degree in divinity or related field ordination from an established religion. Principal Responsibilities and TasksThe following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.1. Provides pastoral care to patients families and employees of Baltimore Washington Medical System staff in accordance with departmental procedures and accepted pastoral practices.Excellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong group and individual facilitation skills.Ability and desire to work with clergy and volunteers of varying faith backgroundsExperience in working as part of a teamFlexibility in work hours programs and services. Flexible workdays Tuesdays Thursdays and Saturdays. Every other week Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays. Serve as on call chaplain twice a month.2 Consults with professional staff members on patient needs and problems including recommending referrals to outside resources for follow-up care in accordance with departmental procedures.3 Provides leadership/training opportunities consistent within the area of specialty or training and experience as assigned by the Spiritual Care Supervisor.Serves as a resource for the University of Maryland at Baltimore Washington consistent with individual training and experience and in consultation with the Director Chaplaincy Services. Serves as a resource to community clergy and seminary students. Serves as a resource to the Medical Center staff providing in-service training specific to service area.4. Actively participates in regular supervisory sessions with the Pastoral Services Director. 5. Observes established Medical System policies procedures objectives safety environmental and infection control standards.Qualifications : Education and ExperienceMasters degree in divinity or a related theological field from an accredited college university or seminary is required.Ordination or rostering as a Roman Catholic Priest Jewish Rabbi Protestant Clergy or equivalent designation is required.Board Certification (BCC) and active membership with a nationally recognized spiritual care association such as the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC) or similar (Ordinarily an association ascribing to the Certification for Professional Spiritual Care: Common Qualifications and Competencies) preferred or within 24months of hire .Good standing and Letter of Endorsement or letter of recommendation from applicants faith group is required.Three years relevant pastoral experience or equivalent is required.Two units of Clinical Pastoral Education from an accredited ACPE (Association for Clinical Pastoral Education) center is required.Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of theology scripture counseling skills comparative religions canonical law and church practices. General knowledge of psychology and the health care field.Ability to handle confidential issues with the utmost integrity and discretion.Effective verbal and written communication skills and basic computer skills are necessary to work with various Hospital departments employees patients and families.Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patients requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs.Additional Information : All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Compensation:Pay Range: $25.23-$35.55Other Compensation (if applicable):Shift DifferentialsReview the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits GuideRemote Work : NoEmployment Type : Part-time Key Skills Bidding,Fund Management,Gallery,Hotel Front Office,Airlines,Arabic Experience: years Vacancy: 1