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RWJBarnabas Health

Chaplain, Pastoral Care

Elizabeth, NJ · On-site

$27.46/hr

High School Diploma * Background in Theology/Spirituality/Ethics; Strong skills in Pastoral Care and/or Pastoral Education * Team player Preferred: * Hospital and Parish ministry experience preferred

RWJBarnabas Health

Chaplain, Pastoral Care

Elizabeth, NJ · On-site

$27.46/hr

High School Diploma * Background in Theology/Spirituality/Ethics; Strong skills in Pastoral Care and/or Pastoral Education * Team player Preferred: * Hospital and Parish ministry experience preferred

Ascension

Associate Chaplain

Manhattan, KS · On-site

High school diploma equivalency required. * 1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education accredited by the ACPE or CPEI is required. * Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in Theology, Spirituality, Social ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Chaplain, Pastoral Care

Elizabeth, NJ · On-site

$27.46/hr

High School Diploma * Background in Theology/Spirituality/Ethics; Strong skills in Pastoral Care and/or Pastoral Education * Team player Preferred: * Hospital and Parish ministry experience preferred

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Industry UsageUsed for ministry preparation, theological research, teachingUsed for personal knowledge, community engagement, non-professional roles

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Chaplain, Pastoral Care

Chaplain, Pastoral Care

RWJBarnabas Health

Elizabeth, NJ

$27.46/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

RWJBarnabas Health rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 322 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

187th of 870 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Job Title: Chaplain

Location: WILLIAMSON STREET

Department Name: Pastoral Care

Req #: 0000235000

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $27.46 - $27.46 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Ministry as Chaplain in a hospital setting or equivalent. Interpersonal relationship, mediator, general communication skills, counseling skills, crisis management skills, team player.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Roman Catholic Priest or Sister in good standing
  • High School Diploma
  • Background in Theology/Spirituality/Ethics; Strong skills in Pastoral Care and/or Pastoral Education
  • Team player

Preferred:

  • Hospital and Parish ministry experience preferred
  • CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) certification preferred

Scheduling Requirements:

  • Shift- 7:00am- 3:00pm
  • Monday- Friday including weekends/holidays
  • On call required
  • Part Time/Day

Essential Functions:

  • 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

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team.  We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.  As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. 

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

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About RWJBarnabas Health

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RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. Throughout RWJBarnabas Health, our dedicated physicians, nurses, and health professionals are committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region. We aim to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey - whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

West Orange, NJ, US

Year founded

2015

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