Chaplain - Elizabeth New Jersey

Company: Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Location: Elizabeth, New Jersey
Posted On: 05/03/2024

Visits new Catholic patients within 24 hours of admission,Performs initial assessment of patients to ascertain their spiritual and religious needs,Responds to patients' spiritual needs as soon as possible and/or make appropriate referrals,Does follow up visits with patients as needed and/or desired by patients,Documents effectively in a timely manner,Participates in problem solving and decision making processes which enhance patient care in collaboration with other care givers,Acts as mediator and/or advocate for the patient, family and/or domestic partner,Responds to crisis situations as appropriate,Responds to consultations regarding Advance Directives,Demonstrates a willingness to be flexible with unplanned assignments as necessary,Promotes a compassionate and supportive environment conducive to healing,Exhibits team spirit,Is responsible for presiding at the Eucharistic Liturgy as assigned,Is responsible for the administration of the Sacrament of the Eucharist to patients who desire to receive the Eucharist; Anointing of the Sick, Sacrament of Reconciliation, Sacrament of the Eucharist,Responds to specific needs of the units to which the chaplain is assigned

• Educational Skills Required (Degree(s), Certification(s), License, etc.)
  • Roman Catholic Priest or Sister in good standing: Background in Theology/Spirituality/Ethics; Strong skills in Pastoral Care and/or Pastoral Education: team player; Hospital and Parish ministry experience preferred. CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) certification preferred.
  • Work Experience Required
    • Ministry as Chaplain in a hospital setting or equivalent. Interpersonal relationship, mediator, general communication skills, counseling skills, crisis management skills, team player. More...

          

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