Chaplain I, II, or Masters- St. Josephs Medical Center Job at Essentia Health, Brainerd, MN

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  • Essentia Health
  • Brainerd, MN

Job Description

Building Location:

St Josephs Medical Center

Department:

45260 Chaplaincy Services

Job Description:

This position provides spiritual care to patients of all ages and their families. Services include but are not limited to, individual patient/resident support related to spiritual matters, family support, and prayer. Provide support patients and families facing grief and end of life issues to include assisting with decision making and Advanced Care Planning. May assist or occasionally lead religious ceremonies of worship, rituals and other spiritual care programs as directed. Documents care and counseling provided and participates in meetings and educational programs. These services are provided on an on-going basis as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Serves patients in outpatient, inpatient, and residential facilities depending on Essentia Health location.

Education Qualifications:

Chaplain I

Educational Requirement:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Theology, Divinity, Ministry or a related field, or three years professional experience in related field, necessary to gain understanding in the relationship of pastoral care to medical care.
  • Successful completion of 1 ACPE accredited unit of CPE.

Licensure/Certification Requirement:

  • Associate Membership in NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains) or APC (Association of Professional Chaplains) or NAJC (National Association of Jewish Chaplains) or SCA (Spiritual Care Association) is strongly preferred.

Special Requirement: Ecclesiastical endorsement: For a Catholic priest/minister or vowed religious by his/her superior and the local Bishop.

At time of hire and annually documentation from the chaplain’s religious tradition or endorsing body is required, and must indicate continued endorsement, good standing, or other affirmation of support as is appropriate to their tradition. 

Chaplain II

Educational Requirement:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Theology, Divinity, Ministry or a related field, or three years professional experience in related field, necessary to gain understanding in the relationship of pastoral care to medical care.
  • A graduate degree in Theology, Divinity, Ministry or a related field counseling, or some other job related field is preferred.
  • Successful Completion of 2 ACPE accredited CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) units is required at the time of hire. Completion of an additional 2 ACPE accredited unit is required within 24 months of hire.

Licensure/Certification Requirement:

  • Associate Membership in NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains) or APC (Association of Professional Chaplains) or NAJC (National Association of Jewish Chaplains) or SCA (Spiritual Care Association) is strongly preferred.

Special Requirement: Ecclesiastical endorsement: For a Catholic priest/minister or vowed religious by his/her superior and the local Bishop.

At time of hire and annually documentation from the chaplain’s religious tradition or endorsing body is required, and must indicate continued endorsement, good standing, or other affirmation of support as is appropriate to their tradition. 

Chaplain Masters

Educational Requirement:

  • Master’s degree in theology, Divinity, Ministry or a related field
  • Successful Completion of 3 ACPE accredited units of CPE with 4th ACPE accredited unit completed within 12 months and then board certification required within 24 months.

Certification/Licensure Required:

  • Membership in NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains) or APC (Association of Professional Chaplains) NAJC (National Association of Jewish Chaplains), or SCA (Spiritual Care Association) is strongly preferred.
  • Certification with the NACC, APC or SCA required within 24 months of hire

Special Requirement: Ecclesiastical endorsement: For a Catholic priest/minister or vowed religious by his/her superior and the local Bishop.

At time of hire and annually, documentation from the chaplain’s religious tradition or endorsing body is required, and must indicate continued endorsement, good standing, or other affirmation of support as is appropriate to their tradition.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

FTE:

0.4

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

0700

Shift End Time:

1530

Weekends:

yes

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

Yes

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range:

$21.12 - $31.69

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*:

  • Health Coverage:  Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.

  • Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.

  • Professional Development:  Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.

  • Work-Life Balance:  Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.

  • Employee Wellness Programs:  Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

*Eligibility for Essentia Health’s benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000 for more information.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Local area, Remote job, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work,

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