Job Description

The Spiritual Care department of University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center (UM CRMC) addresses the spiritual needs of our patients, their family members and the hospital staff. Our staff chaplain and more than a dozen Pastoral Care team members, consisting of volunteer chaplains and lay pastoral care volunteers, offer spiritual care 24/7.

Our chaplain and Spiritual Care team at UM CRMC can help you cope with difficult experiences and find meaning, value and connection, especially during difficult times. Learn more here!

You don't have to be religious to benefit from spiritual care. We support all types of spiritual expression: religious practice, personal relationships, artistic creation, a connection to nature and more. Our spiritual care professionals will help you express your feelings and concerns in a way that honors your values and beliefs.

The following statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. The specific job duties may be changed by the department manager with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Qualifications

_ EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE_ :

To qualify for the position, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required in Theological Education or related field. Acute care chaplaincy experience required. Experience in a health care setting is preferred.

_ SKILLS & ABILITIES_:

• Computer skills, typing 40 wpm
• The ability to ensure the confidentiality and rights of all patient, health system and departmental documents is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of advanced word processing and presentation software.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate programs within multiple schedules
• Demonstrated professional telephone skills.

_ LANGUAGE SKILLS:_

The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form with patients, physicians, health system officials, other health system personnel and the general public is essential.

_ MATHEMATICAL SKILLS_ :

Ability to compile, collect and analyze data and prepare statistical reports.

_ REASONING ABILITY_ :

Ability to prioritize and meet established deadlines; anticipate, recognize, analyze, and resolve situations in a timely and effective manner; demonstrate proper professional judgment, discretion, and confidentiality

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.