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.
Chaplain Non Certified I - Spiritual Care Christus Health United States, Mexico, Santa Fe 455 Saint Michaels Drive (Show on map) Aug 07, 2026
Description Summary:
The Chaplain, Non-Certified (NC) I, is a full-time member of the health care team who provides for the spiritual needs of patients under the supervision of the Director of Spiritual Care (the Director). From the patient's life experience, the Chaplain, NC may offer prayer or reflection.
Responsibilities:
Assesses, Provides, And Documents Effective Spiritual Care To Patients, Families, And Staff In A Variety Of Situations, Including But Not Limited To Crisis Intervention, Grief And Bereavement, End Of Life Care, And Faith Crises
Systematically And Intentionally Gathers Data To Provide On-Going Spiritual Assessment Of Patients Or Families
Develops And Implements A Spiritual Plan Of Care Based On Spiritual Assessment
Documents Spiritual Assessment And Spiritual Plan Of Care In Patient's Medical Record
Participates As A Member Of The Palliative Care Team, As Assigned
Participates As A Member Of The Interprofessional Team Identifying Patient/Family Needs And Developing Plan Of Care
Plans And Facilitates Worship Services As Needed
Provides Timely And Sensitive Spiritual Care To Associates Via Individual And Group Interactions
Collects Relevant Data To Self-Monitor Quality And Effectiveness Of Spiritual Care
Develops Specialized Spiritual Care Services For Specific Areas Of Assignment
Serves As A Teaching Resource In Formal And Informal Situations About Spirituality, Spiritual Needs Of Patients And Families, And The Connection Between Spirituality And Health Outcomes
Assist With Debriefing And Support Of Associates After Major Events
Provides Spiritual And Religious Resources As Requested By Patient/Family
Introduces Patient/Family To Services Of The Spiritual Care Department
Contacts Community Clergy As Requested By Patient/Family
Ability To Function Effectively Under Stress, To Cope With Crises Situations, And To Respond Creatively To A Multiplicity Of Changes
Provides Hospitality And Assistance To Visiting Clergy As Needed
Serves As Ethics Resource For Patients, Family, And Associates For A Variety Of Clinical Situations, Including The Removal/Withholding Of Life Sustaining Treatment
Serves As Clinical Partner Or Mentor To Clinical Pastoral Education Interns
Understands And Adheres To The Christus Health Associate Covenant And Code Of Ethics
Respects Confidentiality Of Information From All Sources, Including Patients, Family Members, Other Volunteers And Csrhs Associates
Demonstrates Cultural Humility And Sensitivity With Respect To Patient Populations Served
Performs Miscellaneous Additional Tasks As Assigned Or Requested By Director Of Spiritual Cared Requirements:
