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  • Chaplain

    U.S. Navy 4.0company rating

    Chaplain job in Oakland, CA

    To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34 As a Navy Chaplain, you will be the voice of encouragement, reason and hope to thousands of Sailors and Marines, supporting and uplifting the brave men and women who have chosen to serve their country. The Navy Chaplain Corps boasts more than 800 Navy Chaplains from more than 100 different faith groups, including Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist and many others. For additional information regarding the Chaplain service, please call 888-NAVYCHC or ************. RESPONSIBILITIES As a Navy Chaplain, your job spans a broad range of duties. You will support fellow servicemembers during their most joyful and most difficult moments. Your responsibilities might be to: Conduct worship services in a variety of settings Perform religious rites and ceremonies such as weddings, funeral services and baptisms Counsel individuals who seek guidance Oversee religious education programs, such as Sunday school and youth groups Visit and provide spiritual guidance and care to hospitalized personnel and their family members Train lay leaders who conduct religious education programs Promote attendance at religious services, retreats and conferences Advise leaders at all levels regarding morale, ethics and spiritual well-being PAY AND BENEFITS From the day you start, youll receive: Competitive salary Free health insurance Free housing A retirement plan 30 days paid vacation per year EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES If youre in the process of starting or completing your graduate theological degree, you could potentially enter the Navy Chaplain Candidate Program (CCPO) as a student. Opportunities for continuing education are available through the Advanced Education Program while being paid full-time as a Navy Officer. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Navy Chaplains can advance their education by: Post-9/11 GI Bill Navy Tuition Assistance Program Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC) Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges Find out more about additional education opportunities for Officers, including post-graduate school. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS U.S. citizen or equivalent Graduate degree in theological or related studies from an accredited educational institution Have two years of full-time religious leadership experience Must be able to obtain an Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a religious faith organization registered with the Department of Defense General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before. WORK ENVIRONMENT Navy Chaplains immerse themselves in the daily lives of service members. In what can be best described as a ministry of presence, they are there to offer guidance and insight in the moment, whenever theyre needed. You could provide support while on land or at sea, when presiding over religious ceremonies on a base or when conducting services from the flight deck of an aircraft carrier. PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES There are part-time opportunities as a Navy Chaplain. Serving part-time as a Reserve Chaplain gives you the flexibility to minister in the Navy while maintaining responsibilities to your congregation at home. Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors. RequiredPreferredJob Industries Government & Military
    $49k-98k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Chaplain - Staff - WCMC Spiritual Care - Part Time - 5 Hour - PMs

    John Muir Health 4.8company rating

    Chaplain job in Walnut Creek, CA

    Job Description:The Chaplain provides direct spiritual care to patients, families and staff, including on-calls. The Chaplain teaches in-services, educational and restorative events to staff and helps mentor CPE students. The incumbent assists the Director in ensuring that the goals and objectives of the Spiritual Care department are met.Education: Master's Degree Theological Studies (M.Div or equivalent) - Required Coursework ACPE - Clinical Pastoral Education - Required Experience: 5 years Healthcare - Spiritual Care - Preferred Healthcare - Chaplaincy - Preferred Additional Experience: Hospital ministry experience. Certifications/Licensures: Ordination in Recognized Faith Group and/or Faith Group Endorsement completed prior to or within 12 months of hire Board Certification (BCC) with the Association of Professional Chaplains (Clinical Pastoral Education) or equivalent. Achieved Prior to or within 18 months of hire. Skills: Sensitivity to diverse religious and cultural practices and values. Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point). Work shift: 5.0 (5:30PM-10:30PM) Monday to Friday Work Shift:05.0 - 17:30 - 23:00 No Waive (United States of America) Pay Range: $39.81 - $59.72HourlyOffer amounts are based on demonstrated/relevant experience and/or licensure.Pay will be adjusted to the local market if hired outside of the Bay Area. Note: Positions at JMH which are exempt (not eligible for overtime) under the level of Manager are listed as hourly for compensation purposes on this posting. The work shift will contain the word ‘exempt' on it.Scheduled Weekly Hours:25
    $39.8-59.7 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Chaplain I, Palliative Care

    Kaiser Permanente 4.7company rating

    Chaplain job in Vallejo, CA

    In addition to the responsibilities listed below, this role is also responsible for identifying patients for whom palliative care is appropriate; providing debriefs and explanations of diagnoses and prognoses to patients, their families and loved ones, and staff; collaborating with a patient care team to plan for and discuss existential implications of goals of care; regularly engaging with the interdisciplinary team and seeking opportunities to educate them on the role of a chaplain within the team; identifying areas of improvement for palliative care-focused quality improvement projects and implementing changes; leading collaborations with the interdisciplinary care team to integrate spiritual screenings, patient histories, and assessments into scope of practice; and researching and developing self-care activities for the interdisciplinary team. Essential Responsibilities: * Promotes learning in others by proactively providing and/or developing information, resources, advice, and expertise with coworkers and members; builds relationships with cross-functional/external stakeholders and customers. Listens to, seeks, and addresses performance feedback; proactively provides actionable feedback to others and to managers. Pursues self-development; creates and executes plans to capitalize on strengths and develop weaknesses; leads by influencing others through technical explanations and examples and provides options and recommendations. Adopts new responsibilities; adapts to and learns from change, challenges, and feedback; demonstrates flexibility in approaches to work; champions change and helps others adapt to new tasks and processes. Facilitates team collaboration to support a business outcome. * Completes work assignments autonomously and supports business-specific projects by applying expertise in subject area and business knowledge to generate creative solutions; encourages team members to adapt to and follow all procedures and policies. Collaborates cross-functionally and/or externally to achieve effective business decisions; provides recommendations and solves complex problems; escalates high-priority issues or risks, as appropriate; monitors progress and results. Supports the development of work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines; identifies resources to accomplish priorities and deadlines. Identifies, speaks up, and capitalizes on improvement opportunities across teams; uses influence to guide others and engages stakeholders to achieve appropriate solutions. * Contributes to collaborative efforts in spiritual care by: recognizing the need for an interdisciplinary team, consult services, and departments and collaborating across the continuum of care; and collaborating with relevant external spiritual care programs (e.g., Interfaith Councils, Music Ministry, CPE Centers), diverse spiritual leaders, and community partners to provide resources and/or care to patients, their families and loved ones, and staff. * Provides patient, loved ones, and staff counseling services by: applying diverse spiritual care assessment models to evaluate spiritual needs, issues, and concerns and recommend appropriate spiritual counseling services and/or care interventions; leveraging crisis intervention methods and techniques to help patients, loved ones, and staff experiencing a crisis event or emotional, spiritual, and/or existential distress; helping to triage existential and spiritual counseling and creating appropriate care plans while demonstrating sensitivity, respect, and compassion; providing during and after end-of-life support and counseling to patients, loved ones, and staff, including grief counseling and support group services; and documenting spiritual assessments and interventions in the patient care record and following established charting methodologies in accordance with policies and procedures. * Provides spiritual care by: role modeling cultural sensitivity (e.g., acknowledging diverse belief systems, race, gender, sexual orientation) when interacting with patients, their families and loved ones, and team members; identifying and/or tending to spiritual or religious needs including providing supportive counseling, services, and/or events throughout the year (e.g., Ash Wednesday, Ramadan) for individuals of diverse faiths, backgrounds, religious needs, cultural rituals, and practices; providing spiritual resources to patients, loved ones, and staff (e.g., phone support, home visitations, self-care strategies, literature, memorial services, spiritual practices, and alternative care); and evaluating the quality and satisfaction of spiritual care services, including patient survey responses to ensure patients, loved ones, and staff receive the appropriate spiritual support, comfort, nurturing of well-being, resources, and guidance needed.
    $69k-139k yearly est. 6d ago
  • Chaplain Part-time - Tracy, CA

    Marketplace Ministries 4.2company rating

    Chaplain job in Tracy, CA

    It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Please Note: While assigned hours are generally consistent from week to week, there are no guaranteed minimal hours and positional needs will vary depending on Chaplain availability and Client requirements. Position Summary Chaplains are the frontline staff fulfilling the mission and Christian ministry of MCHAP. Chaplains use their gifts and talents to serve company employees and their immediate families. Essential Functions and Responsibilities •Serves as a messenger and conveyor of faith, mission, and purpose. •Interacts with companies, their employees, and the community in a manner that exhibits character through personal and spiritual disciplines. Ministry •Makes brief visits to company worksites regularly (usually weekly) to interact with employees to build a relationship of trust and friendship motivated by the Chaplain's deep Christian faith. •Visits employees or immediate family members wherever care can be expressed and help given: hospitals, nursing homes, funeral homes, family residences, or other sites. •May provide confidential pastoral discussions for problem issues of employees and their immediate family members including, but not limited to family matters, divorce, serious illness, care of aging parents, death and grief recovery, parenting, financial situations that may include debt discussions, budgeting, and other life issues related to financial stress, as well as any other personal issues. Provides referral service and acts as coordinator for specialized assistance to employees and/or immediate family members with specific needs. •May assist in the planning, conduct or attend funerals for employees or immediate family members, including follow-up support and encouragement to immediate family members during the grief period. •May make jail visits to employees and immediate family members. •Works with companies to serve notifications of death and serious injuries to families and other employees, encouraging those impacted by various tragedies. •May provide post-termination care for laid-off or terminated employees in order to foster a smooth transition to another work environment. •May facilitate, but not lead, spiritual enrichment activities, as an employee-sponsored and led activity will usually be more fruitful than a chaplain led event. •Provides, as appropriate/requested, literature and other resources to assist company employees with life issues. •Represents companies to clients/customers where it would be appropriate to ministry services involved (i.e., serious illness, accidents, traumatic events, and funerals). •Participates in new employee orientation to explain the Employee Care Service and the role of the Chaplain Team. •With Executive Director of Operations (EDO) permission, responds positively and assertively to other duties and services requested by executive leadership of companies, within the scope of the Letter of Agreement between MCHAP Chaplains and the company. Requirements 1.Has ability to work as member of interdisciplinary group and in an interfaith setting. Possesses ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values. 2.Skills to effectively listen and interact with clients, employees, and their families. Skills to deliver community presentations. Skills to deal effectively with family members and staff under stressful circumstances. High regard for the dignity and worth of clients, employees and their families. Skills to cope with stressful situations and able to document accurately according to standards. 3. Spiritual maturity and commitment to a Christian lifestyle and to MCHAPs Ministry values. Incorporates Christian values and beliefs in day-to-day activities and in the performance of job duties. Has a fundamental understanding of the Holy Bible and its proper application. Attests to a saving faith in Jesus Christ and actively participates in a biblically based church. 4.Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with diplomacy, patience, and courtesy with diverse groups; ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships while providing exceptional customer service. Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues. 5.Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills to communicate and interact effectively with leadership, colleagues, employees, and families. Ability to maintain emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other stresses. 6.Demonstrated skill in analyzing information to define and follow up on problems or objectives. Ability to identify solutions and solve problems. Demonstrated skill in interpreting policy and procedures related to the position and keeping others informed. 7.Demonstrated computer proficiency using Google Suites, Microsoft Office, or other equivalent software, internet, email messaging, and web-based software applications. Ability to understand and learn new technology programs. 8.Must have active state driver's license and state minimum auto insurance (state(s) where servicing clients). Conditions of Employment Must pass a pre-employment background check. Work Environment This is a field position, and the work environment is dependent upon the clients' worksite. Work environments can include manufacturing, hospitals, office buildings, and funeral homes with differing levels of temperature, noise, and light exposure.
    $49k-97k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Chaplain Home Care

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Chaplain job in Fairfield, CA

    The Chaplain is a member of the interdisciplinary team and focuses on the spiritual needs of patients, families, caregivers and staff, including volunteers. The chaplain provides pastoral care interventions, including pastoral counseling, which are determined by spiritual assessment, the specific setting and sensitivity to a variety of values, beliefs and religious orientations. The chaplain seeks excellence in pastoral care, which requires authentic demeanor, compassion and skill in dealing with the spiritual dynamics of illness, loss and death. QUALIFICATIONS Qualified candidates must have Ordination or Commission to function in a ministry of pastoral care and has received the endorsement of and is in good standing with his/her body of faith. Five years of pastoral experience preferred - two in a clinical setting. A minimum of 1 unit (400 hours), preferably two (2) or more, of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) accredited by one of the following: Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, National Association of Catholic Chaplains or the Canadian Association for Pastoral Practice and Education. Equivalencies to CPE may include one of the following: Evidence of clinical pastoral educational experience that includes supervision of ministry, peer group participation and theological reflection; AAMFT, AAPC, or AMHC certification; or DMin or other accredited graduate degree in pastoral care. Knowledge and skill in dealing with spiritual dynamics of illness, loss and death. Ability to function as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Commitment to professional growth and development. EDUCATION Bachelor's degree required from an accredited institution. Master's of Divinity or equivalent graduate degree from an accredited (ATS) seminary or theological school required. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES EOE/AA M/F/D/V
    $54k-94k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Chaplain II, Palliative Care

    Sutter Health 4.8company rating

    Chaplain job in San Mateo, CA

    We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! **Organization:** PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD Competently assesses, coordinates and evaluates the spiritual needs of patients and families and provides direct spiritual care in coordination with the patient care team. Develops, documents and delivers a spiritual care plan. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to hospital polices, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations and codes to promote a quality, highly reliable patient experience. Provides worship services, memorials, and support groups for staff as requested. **Job Description** : **EDUCATION:** + Master's: Divinity + OR Other: Graduate level theological degree from a CHEA accredited organization + OR Other: Equivalent granted by the Association of Professional Chaplains + 4 units of ACPE training **TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:** 2 years recent relevant experience **CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:** NCC-Board certification through APC, NACC, NAJC, or CASC within three years if hired after 01/01/2025 **SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:** + Knowledge of death, dying, grief, and bereavement processes. + Knowledge of diverse religious practices and community resources. + Possess interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences. + Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. + General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook). + Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. + Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. + Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options. + Ensure the privacy of each patient's protected health information (PHI). + Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives. **Job Shift:** Days **Schedule:** Part Time **Shift Hours:** 8 **Days of the Week:** Variable **Weekend Requirements:** As Needed **Benefits:** Yes **Unions:** No **Position Status:** Non-Exempt **Weekly Hours:** 24 **Employee Status:** Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $46.67 to $60.66 / hour _The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package._ _ _
    $46.7-60.7 hourly 60d+ ago
  • Chaplain Manager

    Pathways Home Health & Hospice 4.0company rating

    Chaplain job in Sunnyvale, CA

    For over 45 years Pathways has been a Bay Area pioneer, leader, and innovator in Hospice, Home Health and Palliative Care. We provide care at home or in settings such as assisted living, a nursing home, or the hospital. We have offices in Sunnyvale, South San Francisco, and Oakland. Patients and their families know us for our personalized, high-quality care, delivered with empathy, kindness, and respect. TITLE: Spiritual Care Manager (Chaplain Manager) SCHEDULE: M-F HOURS: 8:30am-5pm Office: Sunnyvale The posted compensation range of $36.83 - $50.63/Hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Pathways Home Health & Hospice in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. Pathways Home Health & Hospice may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law. POSITION SUMMARY: The Spiritual Care Manager is responsible for the management and coordination of the Hospice spiritual care program, for overseeing the provision of spiritual counseling services to patients and families when requested and for psycho-spiritual support services to Hospice staff. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: * Assures the development and implementation of a spiritual plan of care for patient/family with the interdisciplinary team. * Hires, orients, trains, supervises and evaluates assigned staff. * Facilitates and assures spiritual counseling services quality of care provided to meet needs of patient/family. * Coordinates and supervises the process to ensure the optimal level of Spiritual Care services are provided to Hospice and Home Health patient and Families. * Develops community spiritual care resources and contacts with clergy or counselors who provide care to Hospice/Home Health patients. * Oversees interdisciplinary team meetings for optimal collaboration and coordination for Spiritual Care providers with other patient care providers. * Oversees and (for a small case load) provides counseling to assist patients/families to integrate the dying experience into their lives and to find meaning and purpose in what remains of life. * Ensures Pt./Family requests for memorial/funeral services support is appropriately provided. * Facilitates commemorative rituals for Hospice staff and patients' family members as appropriate to need. * Facilitates activities such as retreats, regular support group meetings, individual support that assist staff with their skills in providing staff, Pt./Families with Spiritual Care support. * Provide training, educational programs and workshops for specifically for Spiritual Care Staff, but also as appropriate for Hospice staff, families and the community (as appropriate). * Performs other duties as assigned consistent with skills and training and the mission and goals of Pathways. This position in particular will oversee: * 1. The Home Health connection for Spiritual Care providers. * 2. The Pediatric Team Spiritual care support. * 3. Oversee the volunteer and the development for the Transitions Program. QUALIFICATIONS: * MDiv or equivalent graduate degree from a theological program, or a BA/BS and a combination of experience/training in spiritual care. * Certified chaplain * Previous Management Experience Preferred * Experience in Hospice or Palliative care. * Demonstrated leadership skills and experience in the development of collaborative relationships with others; management/supervisory experience preferred. * Ability to work independently and creatively in order to accomplish goals with a minimum of supervision. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with persons following traditional and non- traditional spiritual practices. * Ability and willingness to work a flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends as needed. * Valid California Driver's license and current automobile insurance. * Current CPR certification.
    $36.8-50.6 hourly 2d ago
  • Chaplain/Priest - Spiritual Care Services

    Stanford Health Care 4.6company rating

    Chaplain job in Palo Alto, CA

    If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered. Day - 08 Hour (United States of America) This role shall support the needs of Catholic-faith patients. Why work at Stanford Medicine | Stanford Health Care (SHC)? This role puts our iCare methodology at the forefront of our service and care. The Chaplain role is worthy as it allows for great listening skills, compassion, and resources for patients and families. In this role, the Chaplain will collaborate with other Chaplains, families, patients, and hospital staff. The needs for this role rotate. Therefore, scheduling flexibility is a must. **This is a Stanford Health Care job.** **A Brief Overview** Under the supervision of the Manager of Spiritual Care Services, the primary responsibility of a Chaplain is to provide spiritual care to patients, families, visitors, and staff. Patients are seen at the bedside or in outpatient settings as assigned. The Chaplain is involved in all aspects of care including, but not limited to, team meetings, family meetings, and goals of discussions. Staff support is provided through 1:1 encounters and group gatherings in the units and other locations as needed. The Chaplain is also in charge of developing and leading hospital-wide and community faith-specific and interfaith services. The Chaplain works as a team member in accordance with the Spiritual Care Services Mission and Vision Statements, following its Administrative Policies and Procedures. The Chaplain also performs other duties as assigned by the Director or Manager of Spiritual Care Services. **Locations** Stanford Health Care **What you will do** + Spiritual Care (75%)- Provides direct spiritual care to patients, families, and staff.- Adheres to all triage duties and responsibilities when needed. (Please refer to Triage Guidelines).- Serves as advocate in articulating patients' and families' spiritual needs.- Offers and receives consultation with the interdisciplinary team in delivery of patient care, functioning in a collaborative, cooperative manner.- Serves as liaison between Spiritual Care and other SHC departments.- Works to increase the visibility and enhance the quality of Spiritual Care within the hospital community.- Assists in developing, coordinating, and evaluating Spiritual Care initiatives to staff.- Shares in planning and leadership of services.- Provides weddings, memorial services, and baptisms for patients and staff within or in accordance with their beliefs and/or religious tradition.- Provides and/or participates in other special services offered through Spiritual Care in collaboration with the Manager, team members and hospital staff.- In collaboration with the Manager, and team members, develops services and resources appropriate for the holy days of various religious traditions.- Charts visits in the medical record accurately and in a timely manner (within the scheduled work shift). that is relevant to the patient's medical, psychosocial, and spiritual/religious goals of care.- Maintains daily records of the Department's activities in accordance with Department's data gathering tool in use.- Participates in triage rotations, is available on short notice for emergencies and overnight coverage as needed.- Facilitates and coordinates Code Blue, and non-Code critical incident stress debriefings as needed.- Performs other duties as required, or assigned by, or negotiated with the Manager of Spiritual Care Services. + Community Relations (5%)- Shares responsibility for maintaining and developing positive relationships with significant individuals and constituent groups (religious leaders, faith communities/faith groups, inter-faith groups, other hospitals, and graduate schools of religion) in support of SHC and Spiritual Care programs.- Shares responsibility for coordinating and presenting educational events for SHC. + Precepting (10%)- Develops and teaches workshops and seminars for presentation to Clinical Pastoral Care Education (CPE) Chaplain students on a schedule to be negotiated with the Manager of Spiritual Care Education - CPE and Director of Spiritual Care Services.- Assists in developing a curricular track for inclusion in the overall CPE curriculum.- Regularly participates in joint visits with Chaplain students to assess their functioning and to offer critique for improvement of spiritual caregiving.- Helps orient CPE students to unit(s) and facilitates students' clinical involvement. Assists in other dimensions of CPE programs as requested and appropriate.- Mentors CPE students, who will support staff Chaplains in providing spiritual care to patients and families admitted to inpatient clinical areas.- May assist in recruitment, interviewing and selection of CPE students. + Administrative Duties (10%)- Attends team meetings and retreats.- Serves on selected hospital committees as appointed by the Manager.- Serves on Campus, Religious, or other community committees as appointed by the Manager.- Attends religious/faith group meetings to maintain good standing and serves on committees of national Spiritual Care organization(s) as needed.- Assists with other administrative duties as assigned by the Manager.- Serves on ethical case consultations to represent spiritual care and to participate in ethical decision making when needed.- Serves as a consultant to students and staff on questions of ethical considerations.- Assists in the interpretation and evaluation of ethical questions and moral situations in care delivery, to ensure the dignity and rights of the patient.- Assists in the research and development of relevant policies and procedures to ensure continued provision of ethically appropriate and culturally and religiously sensitive care to patients.- Adheres to current organizational Performance Improvement priorities.- Participates in quality studies through data collection and analysis.- Makes recommendations and takes actions to improve Spiritual Care Services structures, systems and outcomes. **Education Qualifications** + Master's Degree in theology, divinity, or religious studies required. + Graduation from a seminary or school of theology that approved by a professional chaplain certifying organization required. **Experience Qualifications** + One (1) years of directly related work experience in a health care setting, including completion of Four (4) Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) required. **Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** + Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of medical practice, ethical issues in health care, hospital procedures, developmental needs across all age groups (Infant to Geriatric), and adheres to SHC and Common Codes of Ethics, privacy/confidentiality (PHI), and safety/infection control standards. + Meets all Level 1 and 2 Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) outcomes, board certification competencies, and demonstrates ongoing intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous improvement through education and learning opportunities. + Exhibits theological, philosophical, and spiritual reflection skills, and integrates pastoral/spiritual perspectives across a variety of settings including interdisciplinary case conferences, staff education, and group processes. + Provides individualized and group pastoral care with cultural and religious sensitivity, supporting persons through crisis, end-of-life situations, decision-making, and coping with loss-always with compassion, professionalism, and alignment with SHC values. + Demonstrates exceptional communication, teaching, and counseling skills, with the ability to adjust communication to suit diverse audiences and understanding levels, and to speak and write effectively. + Offers consultation to colleagues, mentorship to students, and actively contributes to the development and effectiveness of inter-faith/inter-belief spiritual care programs. + Provides strong leadership in spiritual care, demonstrating creativity and excellence in designing and delivering spiritual/religious services, motivating others, energizing team members, and influencing interprofessional teams. + Works collaboratively and diplomatically with hospital staff, interdisciplinary teams, and community religious leaders to foster a cohesive and effective Spiritual Care department. + Performs effectively in high-pressure and crisis situations, showing resourcefulness, appropriate assertiveness, calmness under stress, and sound judgment while meeting departmental productivity goals. + Exemplifies strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities; maintains professionalism, accountability, and dependability in ministering to patients with a range of physical and mental health needs. **Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** + Bilingual ability with English and Spanish. **Licenses and Certifications** + Association of Professional Chaplains (APC) preferred + National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC) preferred + Neshama: The Association of Jewish Chaplains (NAJC) preferred + Canadian Association for Spiritual Care (CASC) preferred + National Association of Veterans Affairs Chaplains (NAVAC) preferred + Ordination or commissioning by one's faith group to serve as a religious leader and endorsement or official recognition by that faith group to function as a Chaplain preferred **These principles apply to ALL employees:** **SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience** _Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery._ _You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective:_ + Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care + Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health + Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination **Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in** **all of** **its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.** Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $37.82 - $49.15 per hour The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage. At Stanford Health Care, we seek to provide patients with the very best in diagnosis and treatment, with outstanding quality, compassion and coordination. With an unmatched track record of scientific discovery, technological innovation and translational medicine, Stanford Medicine physicians are pioneering leading edge therapies today that will change the way health care is delivered tomorrow. As part of our spirit of discovery, we also leverage our deep relationships with luminary Silicon Valley companies to develop new ways to deliver preeminent patient care. Learn about our awards (**************************************************** and significant events (********************************************************* .
    $37.8-49.2 hourly 22d ago
  • PROTESTANT CHAPLAIN

    State of California 4.5company rating

    Chaplain job in Stockton, CA

    Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented in response to the status of the State budget. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a 3% reduction in pay in exchange for five hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes. This advertisement is for Protestant Chaplain position located at California Health Care Facility in Stockton, San Joaquin County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 190-229-9922-001. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position. CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application. Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions This position is located at the California Health Care Facility. Travel to the facility is required. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. * PROTESTANT CHAPLAIN Additional Documents * Job Application Package Checklist * Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-501779 Position #(s): 190-229-9922-001 Working Title: Protestant Chaplain Classification: PROTESTANT CHAPLAIN $5,743.00 - $7,541.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: San Joaquin County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information Vision We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Mission To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment. California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department. CDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities. Special Requirements Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board. Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter. When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred. This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: 12/30/2025 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at ********************** When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: California Health Care Facility Attn: Hiring and Recruitment 7707 S. Austin Road Stockton, CA 95215 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: California Health Care Facility Drop-Off Hiring and Recruitment 7707 S. Austin Road Stockton, CA 95215 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: * Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at ********************** All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. * Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: * Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued. * Skill to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to enhance incarcerated person/staff relations and to provide pastoral counseling and instruction. * Utiize computer programs (e.g., Excel, Microsoft Word and SOMS, etc.), in order to complete office documents (e.g., memorandum, chapel schedule , ducat list, etc.) to meet administrative requirements. * Effectively identify and mitigate diverse and/or conflicting views and priorities, with sensitivity and impartiality to achieve a timely resolution. * Establish and maintain physical and social boundaries, in order to adhere to professional standards of ethical behavior. Benefits Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, CalHR Home and the CalPERS website, California Public Employees' Retirement System - CalPERS. Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System can be found on the CalHR Salary and Benefits website at Salary and Benefits (ca.gov) Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at Merit System Principles - An Overview - CalHR Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary - CalHR This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment. Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Human Resources Contact: Monica Sanchez ************** *************************** Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office. EEO Contact: Juan Guajardo ************** ************************* California Relay Service: ************** (TTY), ************** (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Examination Information To obtain list eligibility for the Protestant Chaplain, before applying for the position, you should first take and pass the examination here CalCareers. Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
    $48k-97k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Hospice Chaplain

    One Health Home Health 4.3company rating

    Chaplain job in Livermore, CA

    Benefits: Competitive salary Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Full job description One Health and One Hospice we are committed to providing the highest quality home-based patient care in an atmosphere of respect for human dignity. We have been serving the community for over 10 years. Our highly trained clinicians and therapists strive to exceed the expectations of our patients, families, caregivers and physicians, delivering compassionate and personalized care. The Chaplain is responsible for the provision of spiritual care services to patients and families/caregivers of One Health Home Health and Hospice Care , either directly or through coordination of care with other spiritual counselors. Responsibilities and Duties: Assures spiritual assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program and appropriate services are rendered in a timely manner. Facilitates the development of the individualized the plan of care by participating in the comprehensive assessment to meet identified spiritual needs. Provides direct spiritual care to patients and families/caregivers. Documents direct services and ongoing communication. Attends patient care conference and interdisciplinary group meetings as a member of the interdisciplinary group. Provides consultation, education, and support to the interdisciplinary group on spiritual care. Provides for funeral or memorial services for patients as requested. Plans periodic memorial services to meet the needs of personnel, volunteers, and community clergy/spiritual counselors working with the hospice team. Assists in supervision of spiritual care volunteers when assigned to patients/ families/caregivers. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's or Masters degree in Divinity, Theology, Pastoral Counseling, or a related field Ordination or endorsement from a recognized faith group Hospice or palliative care experience (preferred) Empathetic, respectful, and comfortable working with individuals from diverse backgrounds Valid drivers license and reliable transportation
    $71k-102k yearly est. 15d ago
  • HH & Hospice Chaplain

    Prohealth Home Care 3.9company rating

    Chaplain job in San Jose, CA

    The Hospice Chaplain is responsible for the provision of spiritual care services to patients and families/caregivers of ProHealth Home Care, Inc., either directly or through coordination of care with other spiritual counselors. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Assures spiritual assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program and appropriate services are rendered in a timely manner. 2. Facilitates the development of the individualized plan of care by participating in the comprehensive assessment to meet identified spiritual needs. 3. Provides direct spiritual care to patients and families/caregivers. 4. Serves as liaison and support to community chaplains and spiritual counselors. 5. Maintains records of spiritual care services utilization and related activities for quality assurance, program development, and policies and procedures review and revision. 6. Documents direct services and ongoing communication with community chaplains and spiritual counselors. 7. Attends patient care conference and interdisciplinary group meetings as a member of the interdisciplinary group. 8. Provides consultation, education, and support to the interdisciplinary group on spiritual care. 9. Recruits community chaplains, spiritual counselors, and spiritual care volunteers adequate to meet patient and family/caregiver needs by developing community contacts and offering education through congregations about hospice care, 10. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. 11. Provides for funeral or memorial services for patients as requested. 12. Plans periodic memorial services to meet the needs of personnel, volunteers, and community clergy/spiritual counselors working with the hospice team. 13. Assists in supervision of spiritual care volunteers when assigned to patients/families/caregivers. 14. Accepts and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Graduate of accredited seminary or school of theology (BD, Mdiv or equivalent theological degree). Experience working with death and dying, individuals/family/caregiver. 2. Ability to work as member of interdisciplinary team/group. 3. Comfort in an interfaith setting. 4. Ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values. 5. Ability to network with community clergy and congregations. 6. Knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy of care. 7. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. 8. Hospice/experience preferred. PV22
    $54k-75k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Chaplain

    U.S. Navy 4.0company rating

    Chaplain job in Daly City, CA

    To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34 As a Navy Chaplain, you will be the voice of encouragement, reason and hope to thousands of Sailors and Marines, supporting and uplifting the brave men and women who have chosen to serve their country. The Navy Chaplain Corps boasts more than 800 Navy Chaplains from more than 100 different faith groups, including Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist and many others. For additional information regarding the Chaplain service, please call 888-NAVYCHC or ************. RESPONSIBILITIES As a Navy Chaplain, your job spans a broad range of duties. You will support fellow servicemembers during their most joyful and most difficult moments. Your responsibilities might be to: Conduct worship services in a variety of settings Perform religious rites and ceremonies such as weddings, funeral services and baptisms Counsel individuals who seek guidance Oversee religious education programs, such as Sunday school and youth groups Visit and provide spiritual guidance and care to hospitalized personnel and their family members Train lay leaders who conduct religious education programs Promote attendance at religious services, retreats and conferences Advise leaders at all levels regarding morale, ethics and spiritual well-being PAY AND BENEFITS From the day you start, youll receive: Competitive salary Free health insurance Free housing A retirement plan 30 days paid vacation per year EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES If youre in the process of starting or completing your graduate theological degree, you could potentially enter the Navy Chaplain Candidate Program (CCPO) as a student. Opportunities for continuing education are available through the Advanced Education Program while being paid full-time as a Navy Officer. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Navy Chaplains can advance their education by: Post-9/11 GI Bill Navy Tuition Assistance Program Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC) Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges Find out more about additional education opportunities for Officers, including post-graduate school. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS U.S. citizen or equivalent Graduate degree in theological or related studies from an accredited educational institution Have two years of full-time religious leadership experience Must be able to obtain an Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a religious faith organization registered with the Department of Defense General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before. WORK ENVIRONMENT Navy Chaplains immerse themselves in the daily lives of service members. In what can be best described as a ministry of presence, they are there to offer guidance and insight in the moment, whenever theyre needed. You could provide support while on land or at sea, when presiding over religious ceremonies on a base or when conducting services from the flight deck of an aircraft carrier. PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES There are part-time opportunities as a Navy Chaplain. Serving part-time as a Reserve Chaplain gives you the flexibility to minister in the Navy while maintaining responsibilities to your congregation at home. Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors. RequiredPreferredJob Industries Government & Military
    $49k-98k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Chaplain - Staff - WCMC Spiritual Care - Part Time - 5 Hour - PMs

    John Muir Health 4.8company rating

    Chaplain job in Walnut Creek, CA

    The Chaplain provides direct spiritual care to patients, families and staff, including on-calls. The Chaplain teaches in-services, educational and restorative events to staff and helps mentor CPE students. The incumbent assists the Director in ensuring that the goals and objectives of the Spiritual Care department are met. Education: * Master's Degree Theological Studies (M.Div or equivalent) - Required Coursework ACPE - Clinical Pastoral Education - Required Experience: * 5 years Healthcare - Spiritual Care - Preferred Healthcare - Chaplaincy - Preferred Additional Experience: * Hospital ministry experience. Certifications/Licensures: * Ordination in Recognized Faith Group and/or Faith Group Endorsement completed prior to or within 12 months of hire * Board Certification (BCC) with the Association of Professional Chaplains (Clinical Pastoral Education) or equivalent. Achieved Prior to or within 18 months of hire. Skills: * Sensitivity to diverse religious and cultural practices and values. * Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point). Work shift: 5.0 (5:30PM-10:30PM) Monday to Friday Work Shift: 05.0 - 17:30 - 23:00 No Waive (United States of America) Pay Range: $39.81 - $59.72 Hourly Offer amounts are based on demonstrated/relevant experience and/or licensure. Pay will be adjusted to the local market if hired outside of the Bay Area. Note: Positions at JMH which are exempt (not eligible for overtime) under the level of Manager are listed as hourly for compensation purposes on this posting. The work shift will contain the word 'exempt' on it. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 25
    $39.8-59.7 hourly Auto-Apply 56d ago
  • Chaplain I, Palliative Care

    Kaiser Permanente 4.7company rating

    Chaplain job in Vallejo, CA

    In addition to the responsibilities listed below, this role is also responsible for identifying patients for whom palliative care is appropriate; providing debriefs and explanations of diagnoses and prognoses to patients, their families and loved ones, and staff; collaborating with a patient care team to plan for and discuss existential implications of goals of care; regularly engaging with the interdisciplinary team and seeking opportunities to educate them on the role of a chaplain within the team; identifying areas of improvement for palliative care-focused quality improvement projects and implementing changes; leading collaborations with the interdisciplinary care team to integrate spiritual screenings, patient histories, and assessments into scope of practice; and researching and developing self-care activities for the interdisciplinary team. Essential Responsibilities: + Promotes learning in others by proactively providing and/or developing information, resources, advice, and expertise with coworkers and members; builds relationships with cross-functional/external stakeholders and customers. Listens to, seeks, and addresses performance feedback; proactively provides actionable feedback to others and to managers. Pursues self-development; creates and executes plans to capitalize on strengths and develop weaknesses; leads by influencing others through technical explanations and examples and provides options and recommendations. Adopts new responsibilities; adapts to and learns from change, challenges, and feedback; demonstrates flexibility in approaches to work; champions change and helps others adapt to new tasks and processes. Facilitates team collaboration to support a business outcome. + Completes work assignments autonomously and supports business-specific projects by applying expertise in subject area and business knowledge to generate creative solutions; encourages team members to adapt to and follow all procedures and policies. Collaborates cross-functionally and/or externally to achieve effective business decisions; provides recommendations and solves complex problems; escalates high-priority issues or risks, as appropriate; monitors progress and results. Supports the development of work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines; identifies resources to accomplish priorities and deadlines. Identifies, speaks up, and capitalizes on improvement opportunities across teams; uses influence to guide others and engages stakeholders to achieve appropriate solutions. + Contributes to collaborative efforts in spiritual care by: recognizing the need for an interdisciplinary team, consult services, and departments and collaborating across the continuum of care; and collaborating with relevant external spiritual care programs (e.g., Interfaith Councils, Music Ministry, CPE Centers), diverse spiritual leaders, and community partners to provide resources and/or care to patients, their families and loved ones, and staff. + Provides patient, loved ones, and staff counseling services by: applying diverse spiritual care assessment models to evaluate spiritual needs, issues, and concerns and recommend appropriate spiritual counseling services and/or care interventions; leveraging crisis intervention methods and techniques to help patients, loved ones, and staff experiencing a crisis event or emotional, spiritual, and/or existential distress; helping to triage existential and spiritual counseling and creating appropriate care plans while demonstrating sensitivity, respect, and compassion; providing during and after end-of-life support and counseling to patients, loved ones, and staff, including grief counseling and support group services; and documenting spiritual assessments and interventions in the patient care record and following established charting methodologies in accordance with policies and procedures. + Provides spiritual care by: role modeling cultural sensitivity (e.g., acknowledging diverse belief systems, race, gender, sexual orientation) when interacting with patients, their families and loved ones, and team members; identifying and/or tending to spiritual or religious needs including providing supportive counseling, services, and/or events throughout the year (e.g., Ash Wednesday, Ramadan) for individuals of diverse faiths, backgrounds, religious needs, cultural rituals, and practices; providing spiritual resources to patients, loved ones, and staff (e.g., phone support, home visitations, self-care strategies, literature, memorial services, spiritual practices, and alternative care); and evaluating the quality and satisfaction of spiritual care services, including patient survey responses to ensure patients, loved ones, and staff receive the appropriate spiritual support, comfort, nurturing of well-being, resources, and guidance needed. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (Core) + Ambiguity/Uncertainty Management + Attention to Detail + Business Knowledge + Communication + Critical Thinking + Cross-Group Collaboration + Decision Making + Dependability + Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Support + Drives Results + Facilitation Skills + Health Care Industry + Influencing Others + Integrity + Learning Agility + Organizational Savvy + Problem Solving + Short- and Long-term Learning & Recall + Teamwork + Topic-Specific Communication Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (Functional) + Palliative Care + Acts with Compassion + Belief Systems and Practices + Bereavement Risk Assessment + Business Documentation + Community Engagement + Conflict Resolution + Crisis Intervention + Education and Training + Intercultural Skills + Interpersonal Skills + Member Service + Program Development + Spiritual Care Assessments and Interventions + Spiritual Care Counseling + Spiritual Care Resources + Time Management Minimum Qualifications: + Masters degree in Divinity, Theology or related field from an accredited university AND minimum two (2) years of pastoral care experience in a Hospital, Clinic, Ambulatory, Home Health/Palliative Care, or Hospice setting. Preferred Qualifications: + Four (4) units of Clinical Pastoral Education completed from an accredited program preferred. + Ordained, licensed, or endorsed for health care chaplaincy by a recognized religious/spiritual body. COMPANY: KAISER TITLE: Chaplain I, Palliative Care LOCATION: Vallejo, California REQNUMBER: 1398792 External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
    $69k-139k yearly est. 5d ago
  • Chaplain Part-time (Bilingual Spanish Required) - Oakland, CA

    Marketplace Ministries 4.2company rating

    Chaplain job in Oakland, CA

    It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Please Note: While assigned hours are generally consistent from week to week, there are no guaranteed minimal hours and positional needs will vary depending on Chaplain availability and Client requirements. Part-time, Likely 2 hours per week Position Summary Chaplains are the frontline staff fulfilling the mission and Christian ministry of MCHAP. Chaplains use their gifts and talents to serve company employees and their immediate families. Essential Functions and Responsibilities • Serves as a messenger and conveyor of faith, mission, and purpose. • Interacts with companies, their employees, and the community in a manner that exhibits character through personal and spiritual disciplines. Ministry • Makes brief visits to company worksites regularly (usually weekly) to interact with employees to build a relationship of trust and friendship motivated by the Chaplain's deep Christian faith. • Visits employees or immediate family members wherever care can be expressed and help given: hospitals, nursing homes, funeral homes, family residences, or other sites. • May provide confidential pastoral discussions for problem issues of employees and their immediate family members including, but not limited to family matters, divorce, serious illness, care of aging parents, death and grief recovery, parenting, financial situations that may include debt discussions, budgeting, and other life issues related to financial stress, as well as any other personal issues. Provides referral service and acts as coordinator for specialized assistance to employees and/or immediate family members with specific needs. • May assist in the planning, conduct or attend funerals for employees or immediate family members, including follow-up support and encouragement to immediate family members during the grief period. • May make jail visits to employees and immediate family members. • Works with companies to serve notifications of death and serious injuries to families and other employees, encouraging those impacted by various tragedies. • May provide post-termination care for laid-off or terminated employees in order to foster a smooth transition to another work environment. • May facilitate, but not lead, spiritual enrichment activities, as an employee-sponsored and led activity will usually be more fruitful than a chaplain led event. • Provides, as appropriate/requested, literature and other resources to assist company employees with life issues. • Represents companies to clients/customers where it would be appropriate to ministry services involved (i.e., serious illness, accidents, traumatic events, and funerals). • Participates in new employee orientation to explain the Employee Care Service and the role of the Chaplain Team. • With Executive Director of Operations (EDO) permission, responds positively and assertively to other duties and services requested by executive leadership of companies, within the scope of the Letter of Agreement between MCHAP Chaplains and the company. Requirements 1. Has ability to work as member of interdisciplinary group and in an interfaith setting. Possesses ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values. 2. Skills to effectively listen and interact with clients, employees, and their families. Skills to deliver community presentations. Skills to deal effectively with family members and staff under stressful circumstances. High regard for the dignity and worth of clients, employees and their families. Skills to cope with stressful situations and able to document accurately according to standards. 3. Spiritual maturity and commitment to a Christian lifestyle and to MCHAPs Ministry values. Incorporates Christian values and beliefs in day-to-day activities and in the performance of job duties. Has a fundamental understanding of the Holy Bible and its proper application. Attests to a saving faith in Jesus Christ and actively participates in a biblically based church. 4. Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with diplomacy, patience, and courtesy with diverse groups; ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships while providing exceptional customer service. Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues. 5. Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills to communicate and interact effectively with leadership, colleagues, employees, and families. Ability to maintain emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other stresses. 6. Demonstrated skill in analyzing information to define and follow up on problems or objectives. Ability to identify solutions and solve problems. Demonstrated skill in interpreting policy and procedures related to the position and keeping others informed. 7. Demonstrated computer proficiency using Google Suites, Microsoft Office, or other equivalent software, internet, email messaging, and web-based software applications. Ability to understand and learn new technology programs. 8. Must have active state driver's license and state minimum auto insurance (state(s) where servicing clients). Conditions of Employment Must pass a pre-employment background check. Work Environment This is a remote position in the field, and the work environment is dependent upon the clients' worksite. Work environments can include manufacturing, hospitals, office buildings, and funeral homes with differing levels of temperature, noise, and light exposure.
    $49k-98k yearly est. Auto-Apply 23d ago
  • Chaplain Manager

    Pathways Home Health, Hospice and Private Duty 4.0company rating

    Chaplain job in Sunnyvale, CA

    For over 45 years Pathways has been a Bay Area pioneer, leader, and innovator in Hospice, Home Health and Palliative Care. We provide care at home or in settings such as assisted living, a nursing home, or the hospital. We have offices in Sunnyvale, South San Francisco, and Oakland. Patients and their families know us for our personalized, high-quality care, delivered with empathy, kindness, and respect. TITLE: Spiritual Care Manager (Chaplain Manager) SCHEDULE: M-F HOURS: 8:30am-5pm Office: Sunnyvale The posted compensation range of $36.83 - $50.63/Hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Pathways Home Health & Hospice in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. Pathways Home Health & Hospice may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law. POSITION SUMMARY: The Spiritual Care Manager is responsible for the management and coordination of the Hospice spiritual care program, for overseeing the provision of spiritual counseling services to patients and families when requested and for psycho-spiritual support services to Hospice staff. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: Assures the development and implementation of a spiritual plan of care for patient/family with the interdisciplinary team. Hires, orients, trains, supervises and evaluates assigned staff. Facilitates and assures spiritual counseling services quality of care provided to meet needs of patient/family. Coordinates and supervises the process to ensure the optimal level of Spiritual Care services are provided to Hospice and Home Health patient and Families. Develops community spiritual care resources and contacts with clergy or counselors who provide care to Hospice/Home Health patients. Oversees interdisciplinary team meetings for optimal collaboration and coordination for Spiritual Care providers with other patient care providers. Oversees and (for a small case load) provides counseling to assist patients/families to integrate the dying experience into their lives and to find meaning and purpose in what remains of life. Ensures Pt./Family requests for memorial/funeral services support is appropriately provided. Facilitates commemorative rituals for Hospice staff and patients' family members as appropriate to need. Facilitates activities such as retreats, regular support group meetings, individual support that assist staff with their skills in providing staff, Pt./Families with Spiritual Care support. Provide training, educational programs and workshops for specifically for Spiritual Care Staff, but also as appropriate for Hospice staff, families and the community (as appropriate). Performs other duties as assigned consistent with skills and training and the mission and goals of Pathways. This position in particular will oversee: 1. The Home Health connection for Spiritual Care providers. 2. The Pediatric Team Spiritual care support. 3. Oversee the volunteer and the development for the Transitions Program. QUALIFICATIONS: MDiv or equivalent graduate degree from a theological program, or a BA/BS and a combination of experience/training in spiritual care. Certified chaplain Previous Management Experience Preferred Experience in Hospice or Palliative care. Demonstrated leadership skills and experience in the development of collaborative relationships with others; management/supervisory experience preferred. Ability to work independently and creatively in order to accomplish goals with a minimum of supervision. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with persons following traditional and non- traditional spiritual practices. Ability and willingness to work a flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends as needed. Valid California Driver's license and current automobile insurance. Current CPR certification.
    $36.8-50.6 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Chaplain/Priest - Spiritual Care Services

    Stanford Health Care 4.6company rating

    Chaplain job in Palo Alto, CA

    If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered. Day - 08 Hour (United States of America) This role shall support the needs of Catholic-faith patients. Why work at Stanford Medicine | Stanford Health Care (SHC)? This role puts our iCare methodology at the forefront of our service and care. The Chaplain role is worthy as it allows for great listening skills, compassion, and resources for patients and families. In this role, the Chaplain will collaborate with other Chaplains, families, patients, and hospital staff. The needs for this role rotate. Therefore, scheduling flexibility is a must. This is a Stanford Health Care job. A Brief Overview Under the supervision of the Manager of Spiritual Care Services, the primary responsibility of a Chaplain is to provide spiritual care to patients, families, visitors, and staff. Patients are seen at the bedside or in outpatient settings as assigned. The Chaplain is involved in all aspects of care including, but not limited to, team meetings, family meetings, and goals of discussions. Staff support is provided through 1:1 encounters and group gatherings in the units and other locations as needed. The Chaplain is also in charge of developing and leading hospital-wide and community faith-specific and interfaith services. The Chaplain works as a team member in accordance with the Spiritual Care Services Mission and Vision Statements, following its Administrative Policies and Procedures. The Chaplain also performs other duties as assigned by the Director or Manager of Spiritual Care Services. Locations Stanford Health Care What you will do * Spiritual Care (75%) * Provides direct spiritual care to patients, families, and staff. * Adheres to all triage duties and responsibilities when needed. (Please refer to Triage Guidelines). * Serves as advocate in articulating patients' and families' spiritual needs. * Offers and receives consultation with the interdisciplinary team in delivery of patient care, functioning in a collaborative, cooperative manner. * Serves as liaison between Spiritual Care and other SHC departments. * Works to increase the visibility and enhance the quality of Spiritual Care within the hospital community. * Assists in developing, coordinating, and evaluating Spiritual Care initiatives to staff. * Shares in planning and leadership of services. * Provides weddings, memorial services, and baptisms for patients and staff within or in accordance with their beliefs and/or religious tradition. * Provides and/or participates in other special services offered through Spiritual Care in collaboration with the Manager, team members and hospital staff. * In collaboration with the Manager, and team members, develops services and resources appropriate for the holy days of various religious traditions. * Charts visits in the medical record accurately and in a timely manner (within the scheduled work shift). that is relevant to the patient's medical, psychosocial, and spiritual/religious goals of care. * Maintains daily records of the Department's activities in accordance with Department's data gathering tool in use. * Participates in triage rotations, is available on short notice for emergencies and overnight coverage as needed. * Facilitates and coordinates Code Blue, and non-Code critical incident stress debriefings as needed. * Performs other duties as required, or assigned by, or negotiated with the Manager of Spiritual Care Services. * Community Relations (5%) * Shares responsibility for maintaining and developing positive relationships with significant individuals and constituent groups (religious leaders, faith communities/faith groups, inter-faith groups, other hospitals, and graduate schools of religion) in support of SHC and Spiritual Care programs. * Shares responsibility for coordinating and presenting educational events for SHC. * Precepting (10%) * Develops and teaches workshops and seminars for presentation to Clinical Pastoral Care Education (CPE) Chaplain students on a schedule to be negotiated with the Manager of Spiritual Care Education - CPE and Director of Spiritual Care Services. * Assists in developing a curricular track for inclusion in the overall CPE curriculum. * Regularly participates in joint visits with Chaplain students to assess their functioning and to offer critique for improvement of spiritual caregiving. * Helps orient CPE students to unit(s) and facilitates students' clinical involvement. Assists in other dimensions of CPE programs as requested and appropriate. * Mentors CPE students, who will support staff Chaplains in providing spiritual care to patients and families admitted to inpatient clinical areas. * May assist in recruitment, interviewing and selection of CPE students. * Administrative Duties (10%) * Attends team meetings and retreats. * Serves on selected hospital committees as appointed by the Manager. * Serves on Campus, Religious, or other community committees as appointed by the Manager. * Attends religious/faith group meetings to maintain good standing and serves on committees of national Spiritual Care organization(s) as needed. * Assists with other administrative duties as assigned by the Manager. * Serves on ethical case consultations to represent spiritual care and to participate in ethical decision making when needed. * Serves as a consultant to students and staff on questions of ethical considerations. * Assists in the interpretation and evaluation of ethical questions and moral situations in care delivery, to ensure the dignity and rights of the patient. * Assists in the research and development of relevant policies and procedures to ensure continued provision of ethically appropriate and culturally and religiously sensitive care to patients. * Adheres to current organizational Performance Improvement priorities. * Participates in quality studies through data collection and analysis. * Makes recommendations and takes actions to improve Spiritual Care Services structures, systems and outcomes. Education Qualifications * Master's Degree in theology, divinity, or religious studies required. * Graduation from a seminary or school of theology that approved by a professional chaplain certifying organization required. Experience Qualifications * One (1) years of directly related work experience in a health care setting, including completion of Four (4) Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) required. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities * Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of medical practice, ethical issues in health care, hospital procedures, developmental needs across all age groups (Infant to Geriatric), and adheres to SHC and Common Codes of Ethics, privacy/confidentiality (PHI), and safety/infection control standards. * Meets all Level 1 and 2 Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) outcomes, board certification competencies, and demonstrates ongoing intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous improvement through education and learning opportunities. * Exhibits theological, philosophical, and spiritual reflection skills, and integrates pastoral/spiritual perspectives across a variety of settings including interdisciplinary case conferences, staff education, and group processes. * Provides individualized and group pastoral care with cultural and religious sensitivity, supporting persons through crisis, end-of-life situations, decision-making, and coping with loss-always with compassion, professionalism, and alignment with SHC values. * Demonstrates exceptional communication, teaching, and counseling skills, with the ability to adjust communication to suit diverse audiences and understanding levels, and to speak and write effectively. * Offers consultation to colleagues, mentorship to students, and actively contributes to the development and effectiveness of inter-faith/inter-belief spiritual care programs. * Provides strong leadership in spiritual care, demonstrating creativity and excellence in designing and delivering spiritual/religious services, motivating others, energizing team members, and influencing interprofessional teams. * Works collaboratively and diplomatically with hospital staff, interdisciplinary teams, and community religious leaders to foster a cohesive and effective Spiritual Care department. * Performs effectively in high-pressure and crisis situations, showing resourcefulness, appropriate assertiveness, calmness under stress, and sound judgment while meeting departmental productivity goals. * Exemplifies strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities; maintains professionalism, accountability, and dependability in ministering to patients with a range of physical and mental health needs. Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities * Bilingual ability with English and Spanish. Licenses and Certifications * Association of Professional Chaplains (APC) preferred * National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC) preferred * Neshama: The Association of Jewish Chaplains (NAJC) preferred * Canadian Association for Spiritual Care (CASC) preferred * National Association of Veterans Affairs Chaplains (NAVAC) preferred * Ordination or commissioning by one's faith group to serve as a religious leader and endorsement or official recognition by that faith group to function as a Chaplain preferred These principles apply to ALL employees: SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery. You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective: * Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care * Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health * Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements. Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $37.82 - $49.15 per hour The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
    $37.8-49.2 hourly Auto-Apply 21d ago
  • Chaplain Student

    Sutter Health 4.8company rating

    Chaplain job in San Francisco, CA

    We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Davies Provides spiritual care to patients and families, including assessment and documentation in the Electronic Health Record; participates in interdisciplinary rounds with other members of the health care team; provides response to emergency spiritual care needs as an on-call chaplain; fulfills the accreditation clinical pastoral education (ACPE) certified Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) program requirements. Job Description: EDUCATION: Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma. Bachelor's Applicant must be accepted in the Sutter ACPE CPE program Applicant must maintain concurrent enrollment with ACPE as a CPE Student Job Shift: Days Schedule: Full Time Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Monday - Friday Weekend Requirements: As Needed Benefits: Yes Unions: No Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Limited Term (Fixed Term) Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $25.00 to $25.00 / hour The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
    $25-25 hourly 60d+ ago
  • Chaplain

    U.S. Navy 4.0company rating

    Chaplain job in Stockton, CA

    To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34 As a Navy Chaplain, you will be the voice of encouragement, reason and hope to thousands of Sailors and Marines, supporting and uplifting the brave men and women who have chosen to serve their country. The Navy Chaplain Corps boasts more than 800 Navy Chaplains from more than 100 different faith groups, including Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist and many others. For additional information regarding the Chaplain service, please call 888-NAVYCHC or ************. RESPONSIBILITIES As a Navy Chaplain, your job spans a broad range of duties. You will support fellow servicemembers during their most joyful and most difficult moments. Your responsibilities might be to: Conduct worship services in a variety of settings Perform religious rites and ceremonies such as weddings, funeral services and baptisms Counsel individuals who seek guidance Oversee religious education programs, such as Sunday school and youth groups Visit and provide spiritual guidance and care to hospitalized personnel and their family members Train lay leaders who conduct religious education programs Promote attendance at religious services, retreats and conferences Advise leaders at all levels regarding morale, ethics and spiritual well-being PAY AND BENEFITS From the day you start, youll receive: Competitive salary Free health insurance Free housing A retirement plan 30 days paid vacation per year EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES If youre in the process of starting or completing your graduate theological degree, you could potentially enter the Navy Chaplain Candidate Program (CCPO) as a student. Opportunities for continuing education are available through the Advanced Education Program while being paid full-time as a Navy Officer. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Navy Chaplains can advance their education by: Post-9/11 GI Bill Navy Tuition Assistance Program Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC) Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges Find out more about additional education opportunities for Officers, including post-graduate school. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS U.S. citizen or equivalent Graduate degree in theological or related studies from an accredited educational institution Have two years of full-time religious leadership experience Must be able to obtain an Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a religious faith organization registered with the Department of Defense General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before. WORK ENVIRONMENT Navy Chaplains immerse themselves in the daily lives of service members. In what can be best described as a ministry of presence, they are there to offer guidance and insight in the moment, whenever theyre needed. You could provide support while on land or at sea, when presiding over religious ceremonies on a base or when conducting services from the flight deck of an aircraft carrier. PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES There are part-time opportunities as a Navy Chaplain. Serving part-time as a Reserve Chaplain gives you the flexibility to minister in the Navy while maintaining responsibilities to your congregation at home. Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors. RequiredPreferredJob Industries Government & Military
    $49k-97k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Chaplain I

    Kaiser Permanente 4.7company rating

    Chaplain job in San Jose, CA

    Identifies and/or tends to spiritual or religious needs for individuals of diverse faiths, backgrounds, and religious, provides spiritual resources, and evaluates the quality and satisfaction of spiritual care services to ensure patients, loved ones, and staff receive the appropriate spiritual care. Provides counseling services by applying spiritual care assessment models to evaluate spiritual needs, issues, and concerns and recommend appropriate spiritual counseling services and/or care interventions accordingly. Leverages crisis intervention methods and techniques to help patients, loved ones, and staff experiencing a crisis event or emotional, spiritual, and/or existential distress and provides during and after end-of-life support, including grief counseling and support group services. Collaborates across the continuum of care as well as with relevant external spiritual care programs, diverse spiritual leaders, and community partners to provide resources and/or care to patients, their families and loved ones, and staff. Essential Responsibilities: + Promotes learning in others by proactively providing and/or developing information, resources, advice, and expertise with coworkers and members; builds relationships with cross-functional/external stakeholders and customers. Listens to, seeks, and addresses performance feedback; proactively provides actionable feedback to others and to managers. Pursues self-development; creates and executes plans to capitalize on strengths and develop weaknesses; leads by influencing others through technical explanations and examples and provides options and recommendations. Adopts new responsibilities; adapts to and learns from change, challenges, and feedback; demonstrates flexibility in approaches to work; champions change and helps others adapt to new tasks and processes. Facilitates team collaboration to support a business outcome. + Completes work assignments autonomously and supports business-specific projects by applying expertise in subject area and business knowledge to generate creative solutions; encourages team members to adapt to and follow all procedures and policies. Collaborates cross-functionally and/or externally to achieve effective business decisions; provides recommendations and solves complex problems; escalates high-priority issues or risks, as appropriate; monitors progress and results. Supports the development of work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines; identifies resources to accomplish priorities and deadlines. Identifies, speaks up, and capitalizes on improvement opportunities across teams; uses influence to guide others and engages stakeholders to achieve appropriate solutions. + Contributes to collaborative efforts in spiritual care by: recognizing the need for an interdisciplinary team, consult services, and departments and collaborating across the continuum of care; and collaborating with relevant external spiritual care programs (e.g., Interfaith Councils, Music Ministry, CPE Centers), diverse spiritual leaders, and community partners to provide resources and/or care to patients, their families and loved ones, and staff. + Provides patient, loved ones, and staff counseling services by: applying diverse spiritual care assessment models to evaluate spiritual needs, issues, and concerns and recommend appropriate spiritual counseling services and/or care interventions; leveraging crisis intervention methods and techniques to help patients, loved ones, and staff experiencing a crisis event or emotional, spiritual, and/or existential distress; helping to triage existential and spiritual counseling and creating appropriate care plans while demonstrating sensitivity, respect, and compassion; providing during and after end-of-life support and counseling to patients, loved ones, and staff, including grief counseling and support group services; and documenting spiritual assessments and interventions in the patient care record and following established charting methodologies in accordance with policies and procedures. + Provides spiritual care by: role modeling cultural sensitivity (e.g., acknowledging diverse belief systems, race, gender, sexual orientation) when interacting with patients, their families and loved ones, and team members; identifying and/or tending to spiritual or religious needs including providing supportive counseling, services, and/or events throughout the year (e.g., Ash Wednesday, Ramadan) for individuals of diverse faiths, backgrounds, religious needs, cultural rituals, and practices; providing spiritual resources to patients, loved ones, and staff (e.g., phone support, home visitations, self-care strategies, literature, memorial services, spiritual practices, and alternative care); and evaluating the quality and satisfaction of spiritual care services, including patient survey responses to ensure patients, loved ones, and staff receive the appropriate spiritual support, comfort, nurturing of well-being, resources, and guidance needed. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (Core) + Ambiguity/Uncertainty Management + Attention to Detail + Business Knowledge + Communication + Critical Thinking + Cross-Group Collaboration + Decision Making + Dependability + Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Support + Drives Results + Facilitation Skills + Health Care Industry + Influencing Others + Integrity + Learning Agility + Organizational Savvy + Problem Solving + Short- and Long-term Learning & Recall + Teamwork + Topic-Specific Communication Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (Functional) + Acts with Compassion + Belief Systems and Practices + Bereavement Risk Assessment + Business Documentation + Community Engagement + Conflict Resolution + Crisis Intervention + Education and Training + Intercultural Skills + Interpersonal Skills + Member Service + Program Development + Spiritual Care Assessments and Interventions + Spiritual Care Counseling + Spiritual Care Resources + Time Management Minimum Qualifications: + Masters degree in Divinity, Theology or related field from an accredited university AND minimum two (2) years of pastoral care experience in a Hospital, Clinic, Ambulatory, Home Health/Palliative Care, or Hospice setting. Preferred Qualifications: + Basic Life Support License for Health Care Providers. + Board Certified or certification-eligible as a Chaplain. + Four (4) units of Clinical Pastoral Education completed from an accredited program preferred. + Ordained, licensed, or endorsed for health care chaplaincy by a recognized religious/spiritual body. + One (1) year of experience providing bereavement support to patient families. COMPANY: KAISER TITLE: Chaplain I LOCATION: San Jose, California REQNUMBER: 1397484 External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
    $69k-140k yearly est. 11d ago

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How much does a chaplain earn in Walnut Creek, CA?

The average chaplain in Walnut Creek, CA earns between $36,000 and $124,000 annually. This compares to the national average chaplain range of $25,000 to $83,000.

Average chaplain salary in Walnut Creek, CA

$67,000

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The biggest employers of Chaplains in Walnut Creek, CA are:
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