Chaplain-in-Training

Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center is one of New York City's premier acute care hospitals. Located in Downtown Bronx, Lincoln is a teaching hospital renowned for its Centers of Excellence, and a recognized industry leader in the implementation of state-of-the art medical technology and best practices. Our team of highly trained and caring medical professionals is dedicated to providing the highest quality health care that is safe, compassionate, culturally competent and patient-centered. Comprehensive services are offered in three major primary care areas: Medicine, Pediatrics, and Women's Health in addition to more than eighty (80) specialty services. At Lincoln, the safety and comfort of our patients is our number one priority.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

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Job Description

Purpose of Position:

The chaplain will under the direction of the Pastoral Care Director provide a full range of ministry services to assist in meting the religious, spiritual and emotional needs of patients, families and associates.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide spiritual care and support for patients, families and staff on assigned units.

Provide prayer, support and comfort especially to the dying patient and his /her family.

Demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide appropriate spiritual/ emotional support to persons of diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds, religions and various age groups.

Counsels individuals and families on personal, ethical and spiritual problems and appropriately documents patient care-related information in accordance with Spiritual Care Department and NYC H+H policies and procedures.

Document in patient's medical record with appropriate intervention and plan of care.

Provide bereavement services as needed, including memorial services, funeral services etc.

Provide for the worship/sacramental /liturgical needs of patients and staff.

Support staff especially in times of crisis, conflict, loss, and /or need for debriefing. Assess the emotional /spiritual needs of patents and families.

This position is generally Mondays-Friday with overnight, and holiday coverage.

Minimum Qualifications
1. Completion of at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).

Special Note:

The maximum duration of assignment as a Chaplain-in-Training is one (1) year.

If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button or forward your resume, noting the above Job ID #, to:

Lincoln Medical & Mental Health Center
Human Resources Department
234 Eugenio Maria De Hostos Blvd, (East 149th Street),
2nd Floor, Annex
Bronx, NY 10451
Attn: Recruitment Unit

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs