What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interfaith Chaplain - Catholic Priest position at University of Vermont Medical Center?
Job Summary:
As a member of the Spiritual Care Department, the Interfaith Chaplain is responsible for providing spiritual care to patients, families, and staff in ways that respect and honor any faith and spiritual traditions they may have. This includes offering spiritual support in the inpatient setting and responding to spiritual needs under the supervision of the Manager of Spiritual Care.
The Interfaith Chaplain contributes to interfaith spiritual care through pastoral visitation; ritual care when appropriate, including sacraments and prayer; participation in interfaith worship and memorial services; bereavement care, crisis intervention, and staff support. The Interfaith Chaplain participates in interdisciplinary meetings and rounds to foster collaborative care throughout the organization.
Education:
A bachelor's degree is required. A master's degree or equivalent experience in Theology, Religious Studies, Divinity, Spirituality, or a related field from an accredited institution is strongly preferred. Candidates must have completed at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) from an ACPE-accredited center with 4 CPE credits strongly preferred. Certification or active pursuit of certification by APC, NACC, CASC, or NAJC is required. Ordination or commissioning from a recognized religious or spiritual organization and endorsement for hospital chaplaincy from their spiritual/religious tradition is strongly preferred.
Experience:
One year of chaplaincy experience in a healthcare setting is required. Experience in spiritual caregiving in congregational, campus, military, hospice, or long-term care settings will also be considered.
The University of Vermont Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.