The Reid Chaplain provides spiritual care and bereavement support to patients and families of Reid Health. Overview of Responsibilities
Routinely demonstrates a strong commitment to Reid’s behavioral standards by serving as a role model to others.
Consistently demonstrates the behavior standards identified in Reid’s Mission, Vision and Values at all times.
Practices the Key Service Behaviors to support an outstanding customer and employee experience.
Adheres to Reid’s confidentiality policies related to patients, family and visitors, staff, physicians, and customers.
Takes pride and care in personal appearance and reports to work in attire that projects professionalism and respect.
Completes all required hospital education and employee health requirements on time.
Follows Reid’s confidentiality policies related to customers, family and visitors, and employees.
Perform work in a safe manner and follow all Reid safety requirements. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provides chaplaincy care to all Reid patients and families consistent with hospital and departmental policy and procedures; including spiritual assessment of new patients.
Provides spiritual care and support to Reid staff as needed.
Accurately record and document all data pertinent to spiritual care as required to meet health care certifications and related laws.
Completes spiritual assessments of Inpatient patients and families, in consultation with clinical caregivers. Identifies risk factors and gives appropriate intervention.
Provides chaplaincy care to the organization in ways consistent with Reid’s mission.
Interrelates with all service lines with particular emphasis on Emergency Department and Inpatients.
Communicate directly with patients and families via telephone and in person in an inpatient setting.
Demonstrates knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span of the patient and identifies age specific needs when providing spiritual care.
May work flexible hours as approved by the Director over Spiritual Services. Available for Call-in responsibilities after hours during rotation.
Maintains positive working relationship with area clergy.
May assist with spiritual care need for In-patient hospice. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management deems necessary. Education and Experience
Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Ministry
Experience Required: Minimum of three years’ experience with spiritual care,interpersonal relations and family dynamics.
