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Chaplain
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What they do
A Religious Leader or Professional leads religious services and provides spiritual guidance or counseling. Presents knowledge and interpretation of theological texts. May work in a non-denominational setting like a prison or hospital, or work for specific faith-based congregation or denomination and follow the practices of that faith.
$54,286 / year median in Mississippi
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Chaplain
Job ID:
43342
Job Category:
Pastoral Care and Chaplaincy
Work Type:
Full Time
Work Schedule:
Days
Department:
Pastoral Care
Facility:
MBMC Central MS
Location:
Jackson, MS
Overview
Job Summary
Projects God's love by providing pastoral care to patients, families and colleagues through routine and/or referral visitation, crisis and bereavement care, support activities, educational events, and worship services. These services are provided during the staff member's assigned shift and on-call rotations for nights, weekends, and holidays as required. Staff members are subject to recall as needed. The position is under the general supervision and direction of the director of Pastoral Care. Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
Provides pastoral care through routine and/or referral visitation.
Provides crisis and bereavement care during times of deaths, codes, and other emergencies.
Contibutes to the development and implementation of support activities for patients, families, and colleagues.
Provides chapel/worship services as required.
Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Experience
Minimum Required
1 year service in a Southern Baptist church or institution, or previous clinical pastoral experience in any institution.
Preferred/Desired
2 years
Education
Minimum Required
Bachelor's degree, Master of Divinity (or equivalent) from an accredited seminary, Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)1600 hours of CPE (4 units).
Preferred/Desired
>1600 hours (4 or more units) of CPE preferably in residence.
Training
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Special Skills
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Licensure
Minimum Required
DRIVER'S LICENSE
(CURRENT)
Eligibility for endorsement by the North American Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention. Eligibility for membership in the Association of Professional Chaplains.
Preferred/Desired
Benefits
- Dental Insurance