Chaplain

Chaplain
Boulder Community Health, Boulder, CO 80303
$36.58 - $50.88 an hour - Per Diem, Nights, On-Call.

On-Call Requirements- Must be available for 2 on-call shifts per week and once per month. On-call schedule is Saturday or Sunday, overnight.

**Range includes per diem and night differential. $2.50/hr for weekend shifts.

Boulder Community health is seeking a staff chaplain who is responsible for attending to the emotional and spiritual needs of patients, visitors family and all hospital staff.

Benefits:
403(b)Retirement plan
Education assistance program
Staff Support Initiatives such as Sound Baths, Meditation, Massages, and Reiki
Free one-on-one retirement planning sessions
Employee Assistance Program offering 8 free, confidential counseling sessions for you and your family

Qualifications:
Master of Divinity degree, Master Religious Studies, or related graduate studies equivalency strongly preferred.
Required two or more Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) units from the Association of Professional Chaplains (ACPE) or an equivalent training.
Certification by one of the following organizations: Association of Professional Chaplains, Association of Jewish Chaplains, National Association of Catholic Chaplains, Association for Clinical Pastoral Education or Spiritual Care Association is preferred.

Responsibilities:
Under general supervision of manager of spiritual care, a spiritual care provider will offer emotional and/or spiritual support for patients, visitors, and all hospital staff through daily unit rounding, by attending to referrals, as well as self-refer to crisis events appropriately.
Participates in planning/discharge rounds with the interdisciplinary team on assigned units.
Serves as consultant to the Palliative Care Department and Trauma Department, as needed.
Must be able to respond to urgent requests by being bedside of patient within 30 minutes.
Assists patients, visitors, and staff in understanding Advance Directives and facilitates completing Medical Durable Power of Attorney documents.
Has authorized access to patient medical records for assessing emotional, spiritual, and related practical needs and is expected to record interventions in the chart and/or in other tracking tools such that care for the patient is enhanced.
Assists in contacting and offering hospitality to outside clergy visiting hospital patients. Offers organization-wide rituals when appropriate (e.g. hand blessings for Nurse's Week, Letting Go stations at employee entrances during times of collective distress, and so on).

About Boulder Community Health and Boulder, Colorado

Boulder Community Health (BCH) is a not-for-profit healthcare organization based in Boulder, Colorado. It provides comprehensive medical services to the Boulder County community, including acute care, emergency services, and outpatient care. BCH operates several facilities, including the flagship Boulder Community Hospital, and offers a wide range of specialties such as cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, and maternity care. The organization is known for its commitment to high-quality care, patient-centered services, and a focus on wellness and prevention.
Boulder Community Health is dedicated to improving the health of the local community by integrating advanced medical technology, evidence-based practices, and personalized care. The healthcare system also emphasizes collaboration with local physicians, wellness programs, and community outreach initiatives. BCH is recognized for its strong ties to the local population and its role in supporting public health initiatives, promoting healthy lifestyles, and addressing health disparities.
Boulder Community Health is a Certified Level II Trauma Center and has received incredible accolades for the wonderful care that we provide including: Newsweek- "America's Best-in-State Hospital 2025"; U.S. News and World Report- "Best Hospitals for Maternity Care 2025"; 5280 Magazine-"21 BCH physicians among 2024 list of the region's best doctors"; Daily Camera People's Choice Awards 2024- Honorable mention, Best Physical Therapy Center; and American Heart Association- Quality Stroke Care 2024.
As an employee at Boulder Community Health, you will enjoy working in state-of-the-art facilities with competitive compensation and benefits, including health/dental/life, tuition reimbursement and an on-site fitness center. You also have access to an incredible Employee Wellness and Support program, employee activities, discounts and more!

EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace.

BCH will never conduct interviews or ask for employment documents via text.

This position has no close date. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Salary : $37 - $51