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OverviewAt WellStar, we all share common goals. That’s what makes us so successful – and such an integral part of our communities. We want the same things, for our organization, for our patients, and for our colleagues. As the most integrated healthcare provider in Georgia, this means we pride ourselves on investing in the communities that we serve. We continue to provide innovative care models, focused on improving quality and access to healthcare.ResponsibilitiesThe mission of WellStar’s Spiritual Health Department is to impact the healing experience by offering compassionate presence and bringing hope to patients and residents, families, staff, and community, evidencing our commitment to the health and well-being of the whole person – mind, body, and spirit. The clinically-trained professional chaplain has the primary responsibilities of offering spiritual health care and emotional support to patients/residents and their families/support systems, inclusive of all faith traditions and chosen spiritual paths, utilizing their expertise and advanced knowledge of spiritual health.The Chaplain will perform spiritual assessments; develop individualized care plans that include patient care goals; offer spiritual interventions based on their knowledge and discretion including sacraments and rituals as appropriate; collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to positively impact the patient’s plan of care; and offer beginning-of-life and end-of-life support and legacy work to the patient/resident and bereavement support to the patient’s family/support system.The Chaplain will work closely with the larger faith community to create a network of support to best meet the religious and spiritual needs of patients, residents, families, and team members. The Chaplain will offer support to team members, including education on self-care and compassion fatigue. The Chaplain is required to participate in the on-call rotation on a regular basis, as determined by the site-specific needs.QualificationsRequired Minimum Education:
Masters’ Degree in Divinity, Theology, or equivalent Masters’ Level Degree from a graduate school, school of divinity or theology, or seminary accredited by the Association of
Theological Schools or one of the regional Association of Colleges and Schools or its equivalent
4 Units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) completed at a training center accredited by the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE)
Required Minimum Licensure/Certification:
Ordination or Licensure for ministry by a recognized faith group
Ecclesiastical Endorsement for Hospital and/or Hospice Chaplaincy by a recognized faith group
Board Certification (BCC – Board Certified Chaplain), or eligibility for certification, by APC (Association of Professional Chaplains), NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains), or NAJC (National Association of Jewish Chaplains); must complete BCC within 24 months of hire
Required Minimum Experience:
2 years of experience in spiritual health in a health care setting (may include 1 year of CPE residency)
1 year of Hospice experience (required for Hospice Chaplains)
Join us for outstanding benefits and development opportunities. We also offer state-of-the-art technology, professional support and advancement, and colleagues that rank amongst the best in the country. The WellStar culture of caring has also been nationally recognized three years in a row by Fortune Magazine as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For”. Step up to your potential. Find out more and apply today.WellStar is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any status which is protected by local, state or federal law.Position Type PRNFacility WellStar Shared ServicesCity LaGrangeShift DaysState Georgia
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