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Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community.
We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Learn more on our Benefits page.
The Chaplain provides spiritual care that meets the spiritual and emotional needs of patients, patients' families, medical staff, and employees. Provides spiritual care in a hospital setting and at times within other facilities in the corporation. Provides an active presence and is a professional member of the interdisciplinary care team. Makes assessments of the patient's spiritual needs and/or concerns. May provide and/or coordinate bereavement services. Makes referrals to our contacts with community religious leaders on behalf of the patient, to meet their specific religious needs. Respects and supports the spirituality of patients and staff without attempting to proselytize.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Divinity, Religion, or Theology required
Ordination or endorsement in good standing is required within one (1) year of hire or transfer into position, and must be maintained throughout employment
4 units of certified Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) required
Master's Degree in Divinity, Religion, or Theology preferred
Board Certification with the Association of Professional Chaplains preferred
High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE), or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate and 6 years of ministry experience may be substituted for Bachelor's Degree and experience requirement
Experience
2 years of ministry experience providing spiritual care required
2 years of ministry experience in a hospital setting preferred
2 years of Palliative or Hospice experience preferred
Bilingual - Spanish speaking preferred
Licenses and Certifications
• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.
Community Health System is a private, not-for-profit, health system that employs more than 11,000 people. We've grown a lot since 1897 and we're not done yet.
We have affiliations of nearly 2,500 physicians, a partnership with UCSF Fresno, and one of central California's largest HMO health plans. Being a part of the Community family means being a part of the innovation that cares for more residents in the Central Valley than any other healthcare system in the area. And we do it for everybody, regardless of their ability to pay.
If you want to be a part of a team that operates like a family and challenges each other to constantly improve and grow together, you belong here.
