Our promise to you:
Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
Schedule:
Full time
Shift:
Day (United States of America
Address:
701 WINTHROP AVE
City:
GLENDALE HEIGHTS
State:
Illinois
Postal Code:
60139
Job Description:
- Provides spiritual care for patients, families, and team members, addressing acute crises, end-of-life care, difficult diagnoses, and other significant events.
- Responds to inpatient referrals within 24 hours and outpatient referrals within 48 hours, including evening and weekend chaplaincy care.
- Coordinates appropriate spiritual support for patient care and collaborates with Mission and Ministry Campus Liaisons.
- Leads Clinical Team Spiritual Formation and participates in Leadership Spiritual Formation.
- Participates in "Mission-Fit" hiring assessments for campus leaders and New-Employee Orientation.
- Works with HR to evaluate and facilitate potential Staff and PRN Chaplains.
- Provides spiritual support for campus/entity leadership and team members.
- Manages volunteer training, including initial and continuing education, and oversees service participation.
- Collaborates with Certified Educators to provide feedback on students' progressive competence and clinical curriculum experiences.
- Leads educational events, workshops, and conferences with community clergy and local congregations.
- Participates in Ethics Consults and Family meetings, addressing whole person care concerns for patients and team members.
- Conducts regular oversight of performance of staff chaplains, PRN/TN Chaplains, and other Spiritual Care staff, documenting progressive discipline corrective plans consistently.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Personal commitment to God. [Required]
- Personal integrity, emotional stability, sound physical health, and an ability to work under stress. [Required]
- Ability to effectively relate and consistently provide spiritual care to patients, families, and staff of diverse religious, educational, and cultural backgrounds. [Required]
- Ability demonstrate leadership qualities and to earn respect of nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals. [Required]
- Displays a high skill level completing tasks and communicating using Microsoft Office Suite. [Required]
Education:
Field of Study:
- Master's of Divinity degree or other graduate theological degree (72-hour minimum such as: pastoral care, spiritual care, etc. (as required for APC Board Certification qualification
- Graduate level education in healthcare administration or other related business discipline [Preferred]
Work Experience:
- 3+ years of clinical chaplaincy experience in healthcare [Required]
- Intentional leadership development pursued [Preferred]
Additional Information:
- Minimum of 4 units of ACPE, Inc. accredited CPE (Level 1 and Level 2 engaged [Required]
Licenses and Certifications:
- Ordained Minister (ORDM [Required] OR Commissioned Minister Credential (SDA [Required]
- Ecclesiastical Endorsement Certificate (CHAPLAIN [Required]
- Board Certified Chaplain (BCC [Preferred]
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/23km2677
Pay Range:
$72,300.80 - $134,472.00
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.