Part-Time Chaplain

Overview

Part Time Chaplaincy Position

Part-time (10 hours a week) Chaplain needed in a 224-bed psychiatric facility located on two campuses.

• The Chaplain assists patients and staff in meeting their spiritual, social, and emotional needs during their stay. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with Department of Mental Health and facility specific mission, vision and values.
• Advocates for patients and/or co-workers when the need arises.
• Able to work independently in the context of a strong pastoral team and in cooperation with the interdisciplinary clinical team to provide quality services.
• Able to work in emotional and stressful situations.
• Uses computer systems and telephone systems effectively.

• Experience and education in ministry strongly preferred.
• Possess an understanding of mental illness or be willing to learn. Mentoring and training will be provided.
• Compassion and respect for the dignity of each person.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to minister to the whole person with an emphasis on the spiritual.
• Ability to be self-reflective about work.
• Responds with respect, graciousness, kindness and spiritual comfort.
• Able to take direction and willing to receive training about providing pastoral care to the mentally ill.
• Must complete all annual training as assigned.
• Must comply with Department policy regarding vaccinations and TB testing.
• A background check and drug testing are required conditions of employment by the Department of Mental Health.
• We are a diverse facility. The Chaplain must be willing to work with love and compassion to support all clients in their spiritual growth regardless of the client’s faith or lack thereof.
• Must be able to respectfully support our LGBTQ+ clients and staff in a supportive and non-judgmental manner.

You may contact Chaplain Karen Pitt at  with questions and resumes may be emailed to Karen.pitt.gov