Chaplain
UHS
Summary
The Chaplain functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, group facilitator and role modeling to patients based on unit assignment. The chaplain utilizes clinical and pastoral skills to assist the treatment team in giving care to patients. Special focus is given to developing the religious resources of each patient in the healing process.
Job description
Position Summary
The Chaplain functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, group facilitator and role modeling to patients based on unit assignment. The chaplain utilizes clinical and pastoral skills to assist the treatment team in giving care to patients. Special focus is given to developing the religious resources of each patient in the healing process.
Performs therapy services functions to include assisting patients in meeting their biopsychosocial needs while enabling them to access through therapeutic treatment skills to achieve their optimal level of emotional health, including providing basic consultation, teaching, crisis intervention, and providing information and referrals as needed.
Qualifications
Education: Degree from an accredited college or university in Biblical or Religious counseling/studies preferred.
Experience: Past experience in pastoral or ministry required. One year of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness and chemical dependency (12 step program) preferred.
Licensure: Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state.
Additional Requirements: Successful completion of CPR certification and Handle With Care within 90 days of employment prior to assisting with restraining procedures. May be required to work flexible hours.
Requirements
- Past experience in pastoral or ministry required
- Degree from an accredited college or university in Biblical or Religious counseling/studies preferred
- One year of related experience preferred
- Knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness and chemical dependency (12 step program) preferred
- Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state
- Successful completion of CPR certification within 90 days of employment
- Successful completion of Handle With Care within 90 days of employment
- May be required to work flexible hours
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) with company match
- Discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Career development opportunities
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.