Chaplain-Fulltime

Position Title: Chaplain-Fulltime Department: Pastoral Care Job Description: General Description: Under general direction, supervises and participates in professional clinical pastoral work for the OU Health. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Performs duties of Chaplain. Conducts special programs, such as Sunday schools, Bible classes and religious services for patients and staff. Visits new admissions; makes routine visits to units to offer spiritual guidance or personal adjustment when appropriate. Supervises clinical training of pastoral interns in one or more specialized phases of the training program. Serves as a correspondent for inpatients when necessary. Represents OU Health to outside agencies and organizations when explaining the role and purpose of the Chaplain’s service. General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduated from an accredited college or university with a degree or equivalent number of twenty-four (24) semester hours in religion; or graduated from an accredited theological seminary; AND completion of a specialized clinical pastoral training in an accredited training program; an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting two (2) years of full time employment as an ordained minister, priest or rabbi in an established church, temple or synagogue for completion of the specialized clinical pastoral training. Experience: None License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of religious theories, principles and practices of different faith groups. Knowledge of counseling methods and techniques. Ability to supervise chaplains of all faiths. Ability to develop and conduct religious services, rites, Sunday school and Bible classes. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the public. Must have good conversation skills, which foster empathy for a patient’s condition and consideration for the feelings and concerns of family and staff. Work will often be under stressful conditions. Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. 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