Job Information
Children's Hospital Colorado Chaplain in Aurora, Colorado
Job ID85249
LocationAurora, Colorado
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Why Work at Children's....
Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day. We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatric hospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & World Report. As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat. That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different.
Job Overview
The Chaplain provides spiritual care, counseling, and crisis intervention for patients, families and team members of Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO). The Chaplain offers spiritual guidance and resources during hospitalization and periods of illness, crisis and loss, providing services to a diverse population encompassing all faiths.
Additional Information
Department: Spiritual Care Hours per week: 40, eligible for benefits Shift: Tuesday- Friday 10am - 6pm and Saturday 8a-4pm occasional on-call hours as needed
Qualifications
EDUCATION - Master of Divinity, Pastoral Counseling, Theology, or related field; 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education at an ACPE accredited teaching center. EXPERIENCE - One (1) year of spiritual care or pastoral ministry experience. CERTIFICATION(S) - Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) eligible. Certification completion within two years of start of employment. Licensure - Endorsement for Ministry in a Hospital setting or Certificate of Ordination by a recognized religious organization.
Responsibilities
POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE Neonate - 30 days to 1yr Toddlers - >1yr to 3yrs Pre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrs School age - >5yrs to 13yrs Adolescent - >13yrs to 18yrs Adult - >18yrs to 65yrs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform. Assesses the source of internal strength (spiritual or faith tradition) for patients, families, and team members. Responds to spiritual care needs when dealing with illness, trauma, crisis, end of life, stress, and loss. Documents interventions and services provided. Performs religious rites, services, and acts as a resource collaborating with community faith leaders. Leads crisis debrief and coordinates with organizational resources for staff spiritual resilience. Provides spiritual care materials for the support of patients and families. Supports team members with their sp ritual resiliency and compassion development. Provides spiritual services in alignment with departmental and organizational objectives and strategies. Establishes and maintains rapport with faith leaders and spiritual community partners. Networks and sustains faith community or spiritual community partnerships. Specializes in pediatric spiritual care related to a specific medical field, participates in annual continuing education. Participates in education about grief and bereavement and research opportunities within the hospital and wider research community. Participates