Chaplain Associate

• Spiritual Care PeaceHealth
• 3.3 Vancouver, WA Job Details Per diem $26.11
• $39.

17 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Employee assistance program Employee discount 403(b) Qualifications Emotional support for patients Pastoral counseling Bachelor's degree Experience working with individuals with trauma-related disorders Counseling interventions Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds Patient interaction Patient counseling Full Job Description Description PeaceHealth is seeking a Chaplain Associate

• Spiritual Care for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $26.11
• $39.

17. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. We'd love for you to join the spiritual care team at Southwest Medical Center. This is a Level II trauma center serving our community by covering regular on-call shifts and periodic vacation and sick call outs. Job Summary Provides direct spiritual care for patients, family members, and, as needed, PeaceHealth caregivers. Demonstrates a spiritual presence to all persons which is compassionate, accepting, respectful, and sensitive. An associate chaplain works in situations appropriate to their essential job functions and scope of practice as a member of the healthcare team and with other healthcare professionals in augmenting the work of the Spiritual Care Department. Demonstrates the mission, values, and vision of PeaceHealth. Details of the Position Assists people to move through immediate and emerging crises/trauma. Assists others as they seek to make meaning during crises and as they try to integrate their personal, spiritual, and health care journeys. Facilitates theological reflection as appropriate. Provides and documents interventions and interactions; requests follow up by other chaplains/disciplines as appropriate. Offers holistic spiritual care and counsel to address the spiritual, emotional, and social needs of the patients, families and health care team. Assists others in ethical decision making, which may include Advance Care Planning, consistent with their values and belief system and in accordance with the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Healthcare Services (ERDs). Provides notification, consultation, and support for patients and families wishing their faith community leaders to be notified and involved in their care. Responds to traumas, codes, emergency requests or other needs in a timely manner consistent with local response time policy. Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Bring Education Bachelor's Degree Required:

Bachelor's Degree in Divinity, Theology, Religion, or a related field

Master's Degree Preferred:

Master's Degree in Divinity, Theology, Religion, or a related field

Required:

One unit of ACPE Certified CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) Provide documentation of approval/endorsement from an endorsing body that represents the caregiver's theological/spiritual/philosophical identity, required upon hire. Experience Minimum of 1 year

Preferred:

healthcare chaplaincy (or equivalent setting) experience

Preferred:

Acute care experience

Credentials Preferred:

Upon Hire Basic Life Support Skills Recognizes limits of skills and seeks next level of support from Spiritual Care director/manager or designated chaplain. (Required) Ability to recognize patients needing assistance with medical decision making and refer them to staff chaplain, ethicist, or physician as appropriate and consistent with the patient's values and beliefs. (Required) Familiarity with the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services. (Required) Ability to appropriately articulate his/her own spiritual perspective and integration while remaining respectful of the perspective of others. (Required) Able to integrate experience and reflection into pastoral ministry. (Required) Ability to interact with faith community leaders of diverse denominations and faith traditions. (Required) Ability to work effectively with a wide range of patients who have varying physical, emotional, cultural, and religious/spiritual needs which challenge their ability to bring meaning to their experiences as a patient. (Required) Preference for those with crisis counseling skills and/or experience required for addressing and processing trauma situations. (Required) Demonstrates ongoing personal, professional, and spiritual growth through conversation or consultation with other chaplains or members of an ecclesiastical body. Understands the value of debriefing and support for the sacred work of chaplaincy. (Required) Computer literate and proficient in MS Office; Electronic Medical Record experience. (Preferred) Commitment to continuing education. (Required) Working Conditions Lifting Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH). Ability to move around area with occasional sitting. Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment (i.e. stretchers, wheelchairs, etc.). Frequent reaching/ grasping. Occasional bending/ stooping.

Push/Pull:

Frequently up to 25 lbs. force. Occasional up to 50 lbs. force. Environmental Conditions Provide documentation of approval/endorsement from an endorsing body that represents the caregiver's theological/spiritual/philosophical identity, required upon hire.

Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles. Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting. Mental/Visual Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted). Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information. PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program. See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility. For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.