Chaplain Priest / Spiritual Care

Chaplain Priest / Spiritual Care St. Vincent's Medical Center - 3.6 Bridgeport, CT Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Free parking Tuition reimbursement Paid time off On-the-job training 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Qualifications English Computer skills Patient interaction

Full Job Description Location Detail:

St Vincents Medical Center (10427)

Shift Detail:

Shift 1 Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than 3,200 employees. It includes a 473-bed community teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, a large multispecialty provider group, and special needs services for adults and children. St. Vincent's is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network and is the system's second-largest hospital.

HHC offers:

Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleagues AND dependents. Partnership with equipment manufacturers allowing for new equipment with state-of-the-art features. On-the-job training in a teaching hospital that offers a great learning environment. Opportunities for career advancement. Free parking. Generous Paid Time Off, 401k with company match and so much more.

JOB SUMMARY

The Priest Chaplain is a member of the Pastoral Care Department responsible for providing Catholic sacramental ministry, including the administration of sacraments such as Eucharist, Anointing of the Sick, and Reconciliation, to patients, families, and hospital staff. This role fulfills a unique and essential function within the hospital by delivering religious services that require priestly ordination and cannot be performed by other chaplain roles.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Visits patients and assess spiritual needs (Pastoral visitation). Celebrates Mass, Administers the Sacraments, Hears Confessions and performs other rites requiring ordained priesthood. Participates in an interdisciplinary approach to pastoral care and patient health. Documents visits and interventions appropriately according to the standards of the healthcare organization. Provide a variety of Christian and Ecumenical and other duties as necessary. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications

EDUCATION B.A

degree in Theology. Master's degree or equivalent in theology or related field Certified Chaplain, CPE Education experience preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Ordained Roman Catholic Priest in good standing, authorized to administer sacraments in accordance with Church doctrine. Previous experience as a Chaplain in a clinical setting, computer skills.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, REGISTRATION 1

Unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE). Board Certification preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

English language. Spanish languages preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Requires a good knowledge of Catholic theology, sacramental ministry, and pastoral care for the sick and dying; a strong compassion, communication skills, and the ability to support patients, families, and healthcare staff in emotionally challenging situations. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment .