What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pastoral Care Manager position at Yale New Haven Health?
Overview:
Master of Divinity (M.Div.), Master of Arts in Theology (MA-Theology) or equivalent from accredited theological seminary. Emphasis in pastoral ministry or pastoral counseling is preferred. Minimum Of 4 Units Of Accredited Clinical Pastoral Education.
EXPERIENCE
Ordained or licensed or otherwise designated ministerial status by recognized religious body and endorsed by appropriate religious authority. Previous experience in hospital chaplaincy (beyond student internship/residency) preferred.
LICENSURE
Within one (1) year of hire must obtain Board of Chaplaincy Certification (BCC), NACC or other nationally recognized chaplain certification authority whose standards are in consonance with those of APC/NACC (Provisional certification lacking required experience acceptable.) Certification by ACPE as CPE (Associate) Supervisor a plus.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Computer Literate In Broad Range Of Application Programs Including Microsoft Office.
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Under the general direction of the Chief Medical officer, directs and supervises all Spiritual Care Department activities. Provides leadership support, resources, and evaluation of personnel to maintain quality pastoral care services.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities:
Under the general direction of the Chief Medical officer, directs and supervises all Spiritual Care Department activities. Provides leadership support, resources, and evaluation of personnel to maintain quality pastoral care services.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
- 1. Facilitates departmental goal setting and evaluation of outcomes to ensure a continuous quality program of spiritual care.
- 2. Provides strategic administrative oversight of all fiscal resources.
- 3. Provides patients, family members and staff with emotional/spiritual support with respect to psychosocial, spiritual and cultural needs. Provides spiritual support during ?Palliative/End of Life/Hospice? patient care.
- 4. Performs or arranges for religious functions in meeting the spiritual needs of patients and/or staff members.
- 5. Provides oversight of the Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Supervisor. If qualified as an ACPE (Associate) Supervisor, conducts the CPE program in accordance with ACPE standards.
- 6. Acts as a liaison with religious leaders in the region to ensure a continuity of patient care and collaborative relationship with the community of faith.
- 7. Reviews and revises departmental policies and procedures.
- 8. Coordinates the work of the Chaplain Advisory Committee in fund raising and program design.
- 9. Leads and supports activities that enhance the patient experience. Maintains active membership on the hospital?s Ethics Committee.
- 10. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality at all times during communication and interactions.
- 11. Meets performance expectations for Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, and Staff and Self Development as outlined in performance review.
- 12. Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit.
EDUCATION
Master of Divinity (M.Div.), Master of Arts in Theology (MA-Theology) or equivalent from accredited theological seminary. Emphasis in pastoral ministry or pastoral counseling is preferred. Minimum Of 4 Units Of Accredited Clinical Pastoral Education.
EXPERIENCE
Ordained or licensed or otherwise designated ministerial status by recognized religious body and endorsed by appropriate religious authority. Previous experience in hospital chaplaincy (beyond student internship/residency) preferred.
LICENSURE
Within one (1) year of hire must obtain Board of Chaplaincy Certification (BCC), NACC or other nationally recognized chaplain certification authority whose standards are in consonance with those of APC/NACC (Provisional certification lacking required experience acceptable.) Certification by ACPE as CPE (Associate) Supervisor a plus.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Computer Literate In Broad Range Of Application Programs Including Microsoft Office.
