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