Chaplain I - Rappahannock General Hospital - PRN

About Bon Secours Bon Secours is a faith-based, patient‑focused organization dedicated to enhancing the health and well‑being of all people in mind, body, and spirit through exceptional patient care. Our culture is built on compassion, collaboration, excellence, and respect. We seek individuals who share our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service, and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and communities thrive. Chaplain I – Rappahannock General Hospital - PRN Job Summary Under the direction of the Director of Mission or Director of Spiritual Care, the Chaplain I ministers to patients, families, and staff, addressing religious and spiritual needs. As a core member of the multidisciplinary team, the chaplain provides spiritual care and emotional support during illness, crisis, loss, and death, and models the Mission’s core values. Essential Functions Recognize the sacramental needs of the Catholic population. Provide religious and ritual needs for diverse faith groups. Minister to a diverse population in a non‑proselytizing manner and offer basic emotional and spiritual support to patients, visitors, the community, and associates. Employ pastoral skills such as active listening and calm, non‑anxious communication. Offer spiritual support for end‑of‑life situations and crises (Code Blue, death, trauma, etc.). Maintain 24/7 call availability with expectations for holidays/weekends. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as directed by their supervisor and subject to reasonable accommodation. Education Bachelor’s degree (required), preferably in Religious or Theological Studies. Master’s degree in a related field (preferred). Required Licensing & Certifications Commitment to complete one (1) unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) within the first year of employment (required). One (1) unit of CPE completed (preferred). Experience Experience as a chaplain in a healthcare setting (preferred). Completion of lay ministry or participation in the ordination process (required). Documentation of faith community endorsement by an official representative reflecting good standing in the candidate’s faith/spiritual tradition (required). Skills & Abilities Presence during illness or crisis. Pastoral support aligned with patients’ culture, values, and belief system. Active listening and ethical practice. Clinical pastoral care, collaboration, communication, crisis counseling, and intervention. Empathy, flexibility, interpersonal skills, human relations, and interfaith dialogue. Ministering to diverse populations. Organizational, planning, and presentation skills. Public relations, relationship building, religious studies, spiritual care, and spiritual care assessments. Spiritual support, teamwork, theological reflection, verbal and written communication. Training Complete one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) within the first year of employment (required). What We Offer Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) plan with employer contributions (when eligible). Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources, and discounts. Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders. Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information about our affirmative action plan or policy statement, or to request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr