About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The PT Chaplain 2 offers advanced spiritual care as part of a holistic, multidisciplinary team. Provides compassionate spiritual and emotional support for all Baylor Scott & White Health patients, family members, and staff, regardless of faith background or religious affiliation. Participates in staff training and professional development. Oversees volunteers and residents.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Plans, coordinates, organizes, and conducts religious services for patients, families, and staff. This includes weekly worship, memorial services, baptisms, weddings, anointing, and coordinating bereavement needs.
• Provides counseling and other spiritual education activities for employees, students, and patients
• Supports the end-of-life care for patients by offering pastoral support and counseling to patients and families
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, social workers, counselors, and staff. Works as part of a team to assess patient needs and improve care.
• Conducts a pastoral assessment of a patient's spiritual and emotional status and the need for spiritual care
• Develops relationships with local churches, community agencies, and service organizations that support the Baylor Scott & White Health community. Recruits, trains, and coordinates pastoral care volunteers.
• Documents and maintains records of spiritual counseling for patients

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of philosophical systems and religions
• Knowledge of the principles and methods of pastoral care and the role of a chaplain in an institutional setting
• Knowledge of the religious beliefs and practices of various faiths, groups, and denominations
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Relational and listening skills
• Skill in counseling patients, family members and staff
• Ability to counsel and comfort people during periods of stress
• Ability to purposefully participate as a member of a professional therapeutic team
• BCC Board Certified Chaplain with (APC)

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Masters'
• EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
  • Preferrably experience as a hospital chaplain
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Board Cert Chaplain (BCC) with APC or an APC affliliate (NAVAC/NACC), CPE Unit(s)

About Baylor Scott & White Health

Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH) is the largest not-for-profit health care system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States. With a commitment to and a track record of innovation, collaboration, integrity and compassion for the patient, BSWH stands to be one of the nation’s exemplary health care organizations. Our mission is to serve all people by providing personalized health and wellness through exemplary care, education and research as a Christian ministry of healing. Joining our team is not just accepting a job, it’s accepting a calling!

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