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At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

First Year Resident

Education: Bachelor of Art or Bachelor of Science; Master of Divinity degree or equivalent preferred

License/Certification: (None)

Experience/Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to establish goals for learning according to the Standards of the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE)

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel; ability to send/receive email communication.

• Graduate level reading and writing ability

• Experience with diversity and/or willingness to work with diverse populations

• Strong interpersonal skills

Second Year Resident

Education: Bachelor of Art or Bachelor of Science; Master of Divinity degree or equivalent preferred

Licenses/Certifications: (None)

Experience/Knowledge/Skills:

• Completed one (1) year ACPE residency or equivalent

• Ability to establish goals for specialty learning beyond the first year according to the Standards of ACPE

• Completion of ACPE Level 1 outcomes

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel; ability to send/receive email communication

• Graduate level reading and writing ability

• Experience with diversity and/or willingness to work with diverse populations

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Demonstrates good communication practices with clinical team, including chaplaincy staff, interdisciplinary staff, and ACPE faculty

All Levels

Experience/Knowledge/Skills:

• Basic competency and motivation as a helping professional to develop spiritual competency and skills in the art and science of chaplaincy care and the behavioral sciences

• Be accepted in the accredited program of ACPE at Memorial Hermann- TMC/Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital or Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provides spiritual, emotional, and relational support to patients, families, and healthcare professionals

• Successfully participates in the educational programs according to the standards of ACPE

• Consults with and participates in patient care with the professional hospital staff.

• Offers support and guidance in end-of-life decisions, advanced directives, DNR, and clinical ethics

• Conducts or participates in spiritual/religious rituals to address the assessed needs of patients, families, and healthcare professionals

• Conducts memorial/funeral services and performs wedding ceremonies as assigned

• Adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity, and quality of service.

• Demonstrate commitment to the Memorial Hermann mission, vision, values, and services standards in performing all job duties

• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff

• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.

• Other duties as assigned.