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Major Job Functions

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job.  The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below.  In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:

• Performs pastoral care duties in assigned areas of the Health System

• Offers religious services to patients and staff in the Health System

• Assists in developing and conducting instructional programs for volunteer Chaplains and local clergy, relative to the spiritual care of patients, medical ethics, health care ministry, etc.

• Conducts health care ministry seminars, classes, and workshops for health system staff

• Assists in the administration of the volunteer Chaplain Associate Program

• Provides pastoral care on-call for after hours and weekends in conjunction with other Chaplains in the Health System

• Maintains records of significant information, including monthly pastoral care statistics of patient, family, and staff interactions

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:

Education and Formal Training: 

• Bachelor’s and Seminary degree required

• Ordination and ecclesiastical endorsement by denomination required

• Clinical Pastoral Education or equivalent training preferred

Work Experience: 

• 3 years pastoral care experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: 

• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language

• Desire to work with patients in a hospital setting

• Knowledge and understanding of the spiritual needs for all age groups

• Ability to provide pastoral care services and interact effectively with patients of all ages

Physical Requirements: 

• Position requires good mobility in order to visit patient floors, emergency room, and other areas in the Health System

• Good hearing is important due to nature of the service offered to patients, families, and staff

Required Licenses and Certifications

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity