About Us

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Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

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Our Core Values are:

\n\nWe serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.\nWe never settle by constantly striving for better.\nWe are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.\nWe make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.\n\n

Benefits

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Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

\n\nEligibility on day 1 for all benefits\nDollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%\nDebt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more\nImmediate access to time off benefits\n\n

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

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Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level  * PRN positions are not eligible for medical, dental, vision benefits, PTO accrual or tuition assistance.

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Job Summary

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The Chaplain 1 offers spiritual care as part of a holistic team approach. Provides compassionate spiritual and emotional support for all Baylor Scott & White Health patients, family members, and staff, regardless of faith or religious affiliation.

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Work Model for this Lakeway PRN Position

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Schedule: 

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Onsite every Wednesday, Daytime 9a - 6p

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From home weekend on-call (Sat/Sun)

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Special pay if not called in

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Time and a half if called in to include set travel pay.

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Coverage for staff Chaplain on vacation/education time as needed.

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Essential Functions of the Role

\n\nOrganizes, promotes, and conducts religious services for patients, families, and staff. This includes weekly worship, memorial services, baptisms, weddings, anointing, and coordinating bereavement needs.\nConducts spiritual assessment of patients for spiritual and emotional care.\nProvides emotional and spiritual support as needed for patients, families, and employees.\nFacilitates the end-of-life care for patients and families.\nCollaborates with physicians, nurses, social workers, counselors, and staff. Works as part of a team to assess patient needs and improve care.\nDevelops relationships with local churches, community agencies and service organizations which supports the Baylor Scott & White Health community.\nConsults closely with staff chaplain or Pastoral Care Director as needed.\nDocuments and maintains records of spiritual counseling for patients.\nProvides assessment and support of palliative care patients in accordance with joint commission requirements.\nFacilitates advance care planning with patients and families.\n\n

Key Success Factors

\n\nKnowledge of philosophical systems and religions.\nKnowledge of the principles and methods of pastoral care and the role of a chaplain in an institutional setting.\nKnowledge of the religious beliefs and practices of various faiths, groups, and denominations.\nAble to communicate thoughts clearly; both verbally and in writing.\nInterpersonal and listening skills.\nSkill in counseling patients, family members and staff.\nAbility to counsel and comfort people during periods of stress.\nDenominational endorsement for chaplaincy, ordination or commissioning to ministry preferred.\nGeneral computer skills, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, information security, electronic medical documentation, and email.\nProgress towards Board Certification as a chaplain in APC or NACC is highly encouraged.\n\n

Belonging Statement

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We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

QUALIFICATIONS

\n\nEDUCATION - Bachelor's (Must be a completed Bachelor's)\n\nMaster's of Divinity preferred but not required\n\n\nEXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience\nCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
\n\nMinimum one unit of ACPE - CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) \n\n\n