Supervisor-Pastoral Services

Overview

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Responsible for monitoring and facilitating the day-to-day operations of the Pastoral Services Department and staff. Is responsible to give input into program development for the department. Performs duties of Chaplains as needed in ministry to and spiritual care of patients, family, visitors, employees and physicians of Mercy as well as related duties as assigned. Serves in a manner that promotes the Sisters of Mercy mission and philosophy.

Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

• MINIMUM REQUIRED
  
  Education:
  
  Masters degree in theology or related field required. Successful completion of 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
• Licensure:
  None
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of three years of recent health care experience. References to document personal and relational qualifications.
• Certification/Registration:
  Either Board Certification in NACC or APC.
• Other skills & knowledge: (skills, knowledge, abilities). Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:
  Effective verbal and written communication and facilitation skills, ability to coordinate the tasks of others, able to work independently, demonstrate leadership qualities, good time management skills, be motivated to seek continued education, knowledge of health care delivery systems and regulatory bodies, and performance improvement principles. Must be able to motivate others and function well in a team environment. Has the theological framework for dealing with suffering and pain.
  
  This implies an awareness of the theological, spiritual and psycho-social issues pertaining to illness, death, and hospitalization.
• Working Conditions, Mental and
  
  Physical Requirements:
  
  Needs the ability to move freely within the facility with moderate to high walking; provide weekend/evening coverage. By rotation; work under pressure in hectic work environment; deal with multiple concurrent priorities; must be able to effectively communicate with sick/dying persons and respond to their spiritual needs. Physical demands are attached plus push, pull up to 20 lbs., and grip up to 30 lbs.,
  
  pinch up to 10 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally.
• Equipment Used:
  Computer, Fax, Copier, Video projector

• Experience:
  
  5 years of health care ministry experience with leadership duties.

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

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