Chaplain Associate

Department: 11015 Advocate Aurora Health Corporate - Chaplain Services: Frontline Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hours Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Various, flexible based on unit needs Pay Range: $26.55 - $39.85 Responsibilities Delivers wholistic ministry of spiritual care for patients, families, team members and physicians. Provides spiritual care, consultation and short-term counseling to patients, families, physicians, and team members as assigned and in accordance with site and system policies, facilitates sacramental ministries. Responds to codes, emergencies and/or crises. Assists families with their needs in relation to the patient’s illness so they can provide supportive care to the patient: assists family members in understanding procedures surrounding a death and in contacting families or other significant persons. Promotes patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participating in safety initiatives. Facilitates and encourages discussion and decision making related to medical-ethical dilemmas, such as, termination of treatment, organ donation, do not resuscitate (DNR) orders, living wills and durable power of attorney, and ensures that religious/faith issues are addressed. Supports and interprets the mission and values of Advocate Aurora Health in clinical and departmental responsibilities and team member engagement. Supports the hospital ministry of parish clergy through referrals, consultation and education. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required Eligible for faith group endorsement Education Required B.A./B.S. or equivalent religious education based on faith group requirements. 1 unit of CPE accredited by ACPE. Experience Required None Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required Must be able to participate in overnight and weekend on-call rotation per the department schedule, including moving between sites of care as needed. Excellent oral and written communication and human relation skills. Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to address and resolve conflicts. Demonstrated ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams. Competence in cross-cultural communication, cultural humility and religious diversity. Ability to trust, adapt to change, and to work with diverse personalities, cultures and faith traditions Physical Requirements and Working Conditions May be exposed to blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary. Availability and transportation to serve on-call rotation as needed. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and bend throughout the workday. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. Our Commitment to You Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑and‑Long‑Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co