What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pastoral Care Coordinator (Chaplain) position at SMP Health?
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM SMP HEALTH
Below is a list of available benefits for those working 15 hours or more per week:
HEALTH INSURANCE
Employees working 60 hours or more in a 2-week pay period are eligible for health insurance. Please see your Human Resources Specialist regarding plan benefits and enrollment criteria. We also offer Dental and Vision plans for eligible employees.
HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT
SMP Health provides a high deductible health care plan with a health savings account. Please see your Human Resources Specialist regarding plan benefits and enrollment criteria.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS
If you do not have a Health Savings Account, you might consider a Flexible Spending Account which provides you with the opportunity through payroll deduction to set aside a portion of what would have been taxable income and deposit the money into a Personal Reimbursement Account.
RETIREMENT AND THE 401(K) SAVINGS PLAN
A 3% contribution is provided by the SMP Health at no cost to the employee. The 3% contribution is based on an employee’s gross earnings after one year of service by the SMP facility. To meet eligibility requirements, employees must complete 1000 hours of service within a twelve-month period and employee must be 21 years of age.
SHORT TERM DISABILITY PROGRAM
A serious medical condition can result in the loss of income that is important to you. The disability plans administered by SMP Health will help to provide protection during such an event.
SERVICE AWARDS
In recognition of service to SMP Health, you will receive recognition after the following continuous years of service. (3, 5, 10, 15, 20, etc.). Each milestone in your service at SMP Health will be recognized by your facility.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
Through LiveWell Solutions (our Employee Assistance Program), SMP Health provides a valuable benefit to you and your family members by making available independent and objective counseling or referral for marital, family, legal, financial, emotional and chemical dependency problems.
PAID TIME OFF (PTO) & HOLIDAYS
Paid Time Off is provided to each employee in a benefit-eligible position of at least fifteen (15) hours per week. It is an account in which all earned credit for vacation, holidays, and short-term sick time accumulates. PTO is earned at a set ratio which increases with years of service.
There are seven (7) holidays per year. Hourly employees will receive one-and-one-half (1 ½) times their regular rate of pay for working on a paid holiday.
Pastoral Care Coordinator (Chaplain)
Full Time
8:00am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday
The Pastoral Care Coordinator (Chaplain) will provide spiritual care and counseling to residents, families, and staff, addressing emotional, spiritual, and religious needs. They will lead worship services, prayer meetings, and other religious ceremonies as necessary, offering support during times of grief, loss, and transition. The Chaplain will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care plans for residents, while maintaining accurate records of pastoral care interactions and services provided. Additionally, they will serve as a liaison between the facility and local clergy, faith groups, and community organizations, offering education and training on spiritual care and cultural/religious practices to staff. The Chaplain will also assist with emergency and end-of-life planning, including comfort measures and sacramental care.
