Chaplain Resident

Chaplain Resident RWJBarnabas Health vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement United States, Jersey, Brunswick 1 Robert Wood Johnson Place (Show on map) Apr 09, 2026 Chaplain Resident Req #: 0000242107

Category:

Clerical /

Administrative Status:

Full-Time Shift:

Day Facility:

RWJ Brunswick Department:

Pastoral Care Pay Range:

$20.70 per hour

Location:

One Robert Wood Johnson Place, Brunswick, NJ 08901

Job Title:

Chaplain Resident Location:

Main Hospital -

Brunswick Department Name:

Pastoral Care Req #: 0000242107

Status:

Hourly Shift:

Day Pay Range:

$20.70 - $20.70 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Summary:

The Chaplain Resident supports the medical center's commitment to caring for the whole patient by providing spiritual and emotional support to patients, families and staff while fulfilling the requirements for 3 units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE). They respond to all codes, traumas and deaths as the family support person. Proactively round on their assigned clinical units, educate and execute patient Advance Directives, and document all care given in the Electronic Medical Record.

Qualifications:

Required:

Master of Divinity or equivalent One prior unit of

Clinical Pastoral Education Preferred:

Excellent communication and pastoral/spiritual care skills High degree of emotional energy and mental alertness, and ability to deal with the stress of providing spiritual care to patients and loved ones who experience pain, suffering, death and grief Demonstrates organizational and decision-making skills Ability to handle multiple tasks Ability to utilize word processing programs

Scheduling Requirements:

Day Shift Rotating evenings, nights and holidays

Essential Functions:

Provide spiritual care to patients, families and staff Assess the spiritual needs of patients and families, and provide or arrange for spiritual care as needed Share in on-call responsibilities outside of regular business hours (i.e. Evenings, Nights, and Holidays) Support an interdisciplinary approach to care by participating in staff and team meetings, rounds, family meetings and other patient care conferences Respond to referrals in a timely manner Document care in EPIC and keep records of spiritual care activity to communicate with other members of the department/institution Participate in the total program of spiritual care in the hospital Educate and execute patient advance directives Serve on institutional committees as assigned Provide staff support in times of crisis Promote the interfaith/multi-faith nature of hospital chaplaincy Develop, coordinate and facilitate public worship or other observances appropriate to the diverse hospital setting and needs of the institution Conduct self at all times in the manner that reflects positively on the image of the medical center

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long-Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. Equal Opportunity Employer RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer