Chaplain
Mass General Brigham
Summary
Responsible for providing spiritual care to patients, families, visitors, and staff. Patients are seen at the bedside or in outpatient settings as assigned. Involved in all aspects of care, including but not limited to team meetings, family meetings, and goal discussions.
Job description
Job Summary
Responsible for providing spiritual care to patients, families, visitors, and staff. Patients are seen at the bedside or in outpatient settings as assigned. Involved in all aspects of care, including but not limited to team meetings, family meetings, and goal discussions.
Staff support is provided through one-on-one encounters and group gatherings in the units and other locations as needed. Also charged with developing and leading hospital-wide and community faith-specific and interfaith services. Works as a team member in accordance with the department's mission and vision statements.
Essential Functions
- Counsel individuals or groups concerning their spiritual, emotional, or personal needs.
- Share information about religious issues by writing articles, giving speeches, or teaching.
- Respond to requests for assistance during emergencies or crises.
- Visit people in homes, hospitals, or prisons to provide them with comfort and support.
- Administer religious rites or ordinances.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field of study required
- Graduate Diploma in a related field of study preferred
- Four units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) with mental health experience
- Experience in a hospital setting or relevant spiritual, ministry, pastoral, congregational or other relevant experience 2-3 years required
- Knowledge of regulations pertaining to the delivery of Hospice services
- In-depth knowledge of bereavement principles, practices, standards, and techniques
- Knowledge of various religious practices, health care ethics, grief and bereavement counseling techniques with hospice families
- Excellent work organization skills
- Two or more units of Clinical Pastoral Education from an accredited ACPE or NACC training program preferred
- Proficient at multitasking and high level of problem-solving skills
- Demonstrates resiliency with matters of death and dying
- Excellent listening and verbal communication skills
Benefits
- Career advancement opportunities
- Differentials
- Premiums
- Bonuses
- Recognition programs
Company overview
Mass General Brigham is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, formed through the merger of Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, this academic medical center system operates multiple hospitals, specialty facilities, and community health centers throughout New England. The organization is renowned for its world-class patient care, cutting-edge medical research, and comprehensive medical education programs. As a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School, Mass General Brigham trains the next generation of healthcare professionals while advancing medical science through groundbreaking research initiatives. The system provides a full continuum of healthcare services, from primary care and preventive medicine to complex specialty treatments and emergency services. With a focus on innovation and patient-centered care, Mass General Brigham consistently ranks among the top hospital systems in the nation for clinical excellence and research output.