STAFF CHAPLAIN, Part-time Job at University of Maryland Medical System, Glen Burnie, MD

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  • University of Maryland Medical System
  • Glen Burnie, MD

Job Description



Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center — named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021! As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence® designated hospitals in Maryland. UM BWMC features one of the state’s busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another. The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people. We have 285 licensed beds and we’re home to 3,200 employees and over 800 physicians. Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland’s health. Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.

Job Description



8:30am-4:30pm Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday

General Summary

Under supervision of the Spiritual Care Supervisor the chaplain serves the spiritual, religious and emotional needs of patients, families and employees. Provides for the pastoral needs of patients, families, and staff. Specifically, the chaplain, through professional training and certification, assists patients, their family members, and staff to understand more fully life's events as they relate to their spiritual and emotional well-being. Within the context of the individual’s life experience the chaplain may offer prayer or reflection. 

Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

  • Provides pastoral care to patients, families, and employees of Baltimore Washington Medical System staff in accordance with departmental procedures and accepted pastoral practices.
  • Consults with professional staff members on patient needs and problems including recommending referrals to outside resources for follow-up care in accordance with departmental procedures.
  • Provides leadership/training opportunities consistent within the area of specialty or training and experience as assigned by the Spiritual Care Supervisor.
  • Serves as a resource for the University of Maryland at Baltimore Washington consistent with individual training and experience and in consultation with the Director Chaplaincy Services.
  • Serves as a resource to community clergy and seminary students.
  • Actively participates in regular supervisory sessions with the Pastoral Services Director.
  • Complies with all established UMMS and BWMC policies, procedures, objectives, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications



Education and Experience

 

  • Master’s Degree in Divinity or a related theological field, from an accredited college, university or seminary is required.
  • Ordination or rostering as a Roman Catholic Priest, Jewish Rabbi, Protestant Clergy, or equivalent designation is required. 
  • Board of Chaplaincy Certification (BCCi) required within 2 years of hire.
  • Active membership required with a nationally recognized spiritual care association such as: Association of Professional Chaplains (APC), National Association of Jewish Chaplains (NAJC), National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC) or other professional association ascribing to the Certification for Professional Spiritual Care will be considered.
  • Good standing and Letter of Endorsement or letter of recommendation from applicant’s faith group required. 
  • Three years relevant, pastoral experience or equivalent is required;
  • Two units of Clinical Pastoral Education from an accredited ACPE (Association for Clinical Pastoral Education) center is required. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of theology, scripture, counseling skills, comparative religions, canonical law, and church practices. General knowledge of psychology and the health care field. 
  • Ability to handle confidential issues with the utmost integrity and discretion.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills and basic computer skills (MS Office, Word, Excel, Outlook Email, etc) are necessary to work with various Hospital departments, employees, patients and families.
  • Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. 
  • Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and basic computer skills (MS Office, Word, Excel, Outlook Email, etc) are necessary to work and communicate effectively with various Hospital departments, employees, patients and families.
  • Demonstrates strong group and individual facilitation skills.
  • Ability and desire to work with clergy and volunteers of varying faith backgrounds
  • Experience in working as part of a team
  • Flexibility in work hours, programs, and services. Flexible workdays Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Serve as on call chaplain twice a month.

Additional Information



All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

  Compensation

  • Pay Range: $26.14-$36.59
  • Other Compensation (if applicable): Shift Differentials

Job Tags

Part time, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Saturday,

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