• Resource Chaplain - Pool

    Dayton Children's Hospital (Dayton, OH)


    Facility:Dayton Children's - Main CampusDepartment:Chaplain ServicesSchedule:Part timeHours:8Job Details:The Resource Chaplain primarily provides spiritual care to patients and families in emergent situations ( (e.g. traumas, new diagnosis, or end of life). There are also opportunities to making room visits and communicating with interdisciplinary teams to identify needs of patients and families.

     

    Additionally, the Resource Chaplain will have opportunities to learn all aspects of the department’s work, including teaching spirituality classes in the Behavioral Health Unit, bereavement care, and the hosting of events (e.g., Annual Memorial Service, Butterfly Release).

     

    The Resource Chaplain assures a continuum of quality spiritual care at Dayton Children’s Hospital.

    Education

    Bachelor's in Theology from an accredited program required. Master's preferred.

     

    Certification

     

    Documentation of current endorsement (or acceptable language in accordance with the applicant’s spiritual/faith tradition) received or reaffirmed within last 12 months required

    Experience Required

    Strong interpersonal skills

     

    Empathetic/active listening

     

    Compassion

     

    Theological/spiritual reflection

     

    Critical thinking skills

     

    Basic computer skills, especially ability to learn EPIC

     

    Personal and professional development, especially self-care and resiliency development.

    One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education

    Preferred - provision of spiritual care in emergent situations (e.g. traumas, new diagnosis, or end of life)

    Department Specific Job Details:

    Provision of spiritual care to patients and families.PrimaryOn call responsibilities (6-8 weeknights/per month; 3-4 weekend days/per month)Provision of spiritual care in emergent situations (e.g., traumas, new diagnosis, or end of life)Routine room visits to introduce spiritual care and assess spiritual needs.SecondaryTeach spirituality classes in the Behavioral Health UnitProvide bereavement care to families and via memorial events.

    Education Requirements:

    Bachelors: Theology (Required)

    Certification/License Requirements:

    At Dayton Children's, we believe that each moment counts with our patients, families, and with each other.

     

    We are moving at a fast pace and are looking for the right talent for our team at Dayton Children's. We want people who embody our values and want to become a part of the Dayton Children's difference. If this is you, apply today!

    Our values:

    + We commit to safety - We ensure every action and decision prioritizes the safety of patients, families, and employees.

    + We serve with compassion - We bring generosity, empathy, and kindness to all interactions.

    + We own every moment - We take pride in everything we do.

    + We’re better together - We collaborate, communicate, and support one another to deliver optimal care.

    + We innovate with purpose - We adapt and change to improve pediatric care, for today and tomorrow.

    + We value and respect each person - We create an inclusive space where everyone feels welcome and respected.

     

    Dayton Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or based on age, color, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or transgender status.