At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Master of Divinity degree or equivalent academic credit as determined by the Association for Professional Chaplains (APC)

Licenses/Certifications: Board certified, or in the process of obtaining certification (within three [3] years) with the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC)/BCCI, National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC), or Neshama: Association of Jewish Chaplains (NAJC)

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• One (1) year of prior chaplaincy experience preferred

• Completion of four (4) units in an accredited Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE) program

• Endorsement by a recognized faith group for chaplaincy 

• Ability to provide perceptive, sensitive, and effective care in a setting with diverse abilities, beliefs, cultures, ethnicities, and identities 

Principal Accountabilities

• Provides spiritual, religious, emotional, and relational care to patients, families, and healthcare professionals

• Mentors and coaches ACPE interns and residents

• Interacts with various departments and medical staff, both providing and receiving information, to ensure the appropriate integrated holistic care of patients and families

• Participates in and provides leadership for clinical ethics functions by providing education, guidance, and support to physicians, patients, families, and healthcare professionals involved in the decision-making process within the realm of the ethical dilemmas inherent in healthcare

• Participates in ongoing quality improvement processes to ensure The Joint Commission (TJC) standards pertaining to spiritual care are adequately addressed by Chaplaincy Services

• Develops and maintains relationships with faith communities to facilitate their ministry to entity patients and families, while following federal regulations for patient privacy

• Participates in system and entity planning and implementation of Chaplaincy Services objectives; participates in entity, system, and division committees as assigned

• Adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards, within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity, and quality of service

• Demonstrates commitment to the Memorial Hermann mission, vision, values, and services standards in performing all job duties

• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff

• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.

• Other duties as assigned.