Chaplain Resident-Methodist at UnityPoint Health

Des Moines, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Spiritual Care, Pastoral Care, Interdisciplinary Care, Documentation, Confidentiality, Community Partnership, CPE Program Participation, Patient Support

Industry

Description

Overview This position is a graduate resident (student position). The resident learns clinical spiritual care provision under supervision while working as a chaplain. The position is contingent upon the student’s continuing progress in meeting the goals of our Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) curriculum. Chaplain Residents provide pastoral care to patients, visitors, and team members in UnityPoint Health – Des Moines hospitals. They provide consultation to the treatment team on the spiritual and emotional issues affecting patient care. They offer spiritual care that enhances patient adjustment to illness and treatment, eases stress associated with hospitalization, and contributes to satisfaction of patients and visitors. They learn excellence in clinical ministry in an established and accredited CPE program. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Education: Participates actively and fully in the CPE program. Completes assignments in advance of their due date/time. Contributes positively to the learning of CPE peers. Sufficiently satisfies the outcomes and objectives of learning according to CPE standards. Direct Patient Care: Participates in the provision of spiritual care for patients, visitors, and UPHDM team members from all faith backgrounds. Participates in the on-call coverage of the hospitals as assigned. Documents work in timely and effective manner. Provides specific services that support the interdisciplinary care team as appropriate. Supports strong relationships with community partners: Eucharistic ministers, community clergy, Iowa Synod of the Lutheran Church, Iowa Conference of the United Methodist Church, etc. Maintains confidentiality. Qualifications Education: Baccalaureate Degree. Master’s Degree, and 1 successfully completed unit of CPE required. Experience: Experience in clinical chaplaincy, congregational ministry, or other directly applicable work preferred.

Responsibilities

Chaplain Residents provide spiritual care to patients, visitors, and team members while participating in the Clinical Pastoral Education program. They document their work and support the interdisciplinary care team.