Chaplain - Spiritual Care Specialist

4 days ago


McHenry, Illinois, United States Northwestern Memorial Healthcare Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Chaplain to provide spiritual guidance and care to patients, families, and hospital staff at Northwestern Medicine. As a member of our Spiritual Care Department, you will play a vital role in promoting holistic care and supporting the well-being of our patients and community.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver spiritual care and counseling services to patients, families, and hospital personnel, including worship, prayer, and sacraments.
  • Identify and address ethical dilemmas, collaborating with the Ethics Committee as needed.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary clinical team activities, including care conferences, team meetings, and palliative care rounds.
  • Provide end-of-life support and bereavement care, as needed.
  • Develop and lead spiritual care services within the hospital, collaborating with other Spiritual Care Department members.
  • Serve as a liaison between the hospital and community, facilitating referrals and information exchange.
  • Escalate concerns or issues through the NM chain of command.
  • Offer religious services to hospital personnel and medical staff, as requested.
  • Accept on-call assignments for spiritual care coverage, crises, and emergencies.
  • Assist in leading CALM/Mindful Moments, as assigned or needed.
  • Maintain chapel and workspaces in a neat and organized manner, ensuring supplies are available and stocked.
  • Maintain board certification and/or CEU requirements, as set by certifying bodies and industry standards.
Qualifications
  • Master's degree in theology, religion, pastoral care, or a related field from an accredited institution.
  • At least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) or in process of completing one unit within 90 days of hire date.

Preferred qualifications include ordination and/or good standing within one's faith tradition or certifying organization, four units of CPE, and board certification.

About Northwestern Medicine

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.



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