Chaplain Resident

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Direct patient care experience
Ecumenical outlook and approach
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
The Chaplain Resident provides direct pastoral care and counseling services to patients, families, and staff at UAMS Medical Center

Job Summary

  • The Chaplain Resident provides direct pastoral care and counseling services to patients, families, and staff at UAMS Medical Center.
  • Trainees engage in an action reflection model of learning involving case study reflection, peer feedback, and supervisory encounters.
  • The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement matching up to 10%, and education discounts.

Matching Summary

The Chaplain Resident provides direct pastoral care and counseling services to patients, families, and staff at UAMS Medical Center.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified base amount; Benefits include health plans and 10% retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct patient care experience
  • Ecumenical outlook and approach
  • Interdisciplinary team collaboration
  • Crisis intervention skills
  • Grief and bereavement support

Nice-to-have

  • Strong theological understanding
  • Medical ethics knowledge
  • Pastoral counseling role expertise
  • Community clergy liaison experience
  • End-of-life education capability

Key Requirements

  • Four-year undergraduate degree from accredited organization
  • Seminary graduate degree (Master of Divinity or equivalent)
  • One unit (400 hours) of Clinical Pastoral Education training preferred
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the US

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