Chaplain

As a professional, integrated member on the healthcare team, the Chaplain, accountable to the Manager of Spiritual Care, seeks to improve the quality of life for patients, families, and staff, experiencing spiritual, moral or existential distress related to changes in health, ability, and life circumstances. Utilizing a holistic, relational approach, the Chaplain assesses the nature and extent of the client's concerns, develops a plan of care, and provides therapeutic interventions to promote and engage the client in their healing process, focusing on the wellness needs and goals of the client. Chaplains use interventions informed by spirituality, religion and the social sciences as well as counselling psychotherapeutic theories and an awareness of cultural traditions. Chaplains honor and promote diversity and inclusion, while modeling respect and sensitivity. Chaplains initiate and engage in consultations and referrals with other professional colleagues and give spiritual leadership across Covenant Health sites. This position is non-unionized.

• Classification: Chaplain
• Union: COV OUT OF SCOPE
• Unit and Program: Spiritual Care
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• FTE: 0.60
• Posting End Date: 04-DEC-2024
• Date Available: 01-JAN-2025
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 6
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Hourly Salary: $35.19
• Maximum Hourly Salary: $52.79
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Commencement of a Master’s degree in theology or related field of studies from an accredited theological college or university. Completion of an undergraduate degree in theology or related field of studies. Advanced Standing in CASC/ACSS. Equivalencies will be considered. Membership with the Canadian Association of Spiritual Care (CASC/ACSS).

Suitable knowledge and abilities required for working within a continuing care or acute care setting, as well as with primary populations: acute care, emergency, geriatrics, palliative, intensive care/critical care, surgery, psychiatry, medicine and women’s health. Demonstrated understanding and ability to work in a multifaith, multicultural and multidisciplinary setting. Commitment to personal and professional integration, as well as spiritual, psychological and emotional integration Ability to engage in spiritual, philosophical and/or theological reflection. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Computer skills - email, outlook scheduling, electronic health programs as needed. Ability to listen and be present. Ability to be non-judgmental, maintain confidence, and affirm individual worth.

CASC/ACSS certification preferred. Three years of experience providing spiritual care in a healthcare setting.