Staff Chaplain | Part-Time (Queens Campus)

Nurturing Spirits in Times of Healing

Make a lasting impression on patients at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens as a Per Diem Staff Chaplain.   Work with a diverse population and counsel patients undergoing surgical procedures, facing end of life issues or involved in traumatic accidents. Offer comfort and support to patients' families and friends. Assist patients and their families with a broad spectrum of faith traditions; find a sense of calm and peace in the most stressful of situations. Additionally, you will provide spiritual support to fellow staff members and care providers. 

Staff Chaplain – Pastoral Care | Part-Time

Light up the room with your presence while making the promise of putting patients first a reality. Join a supportive team, and help us deliver superior customer service to our diverse local community. As a member of our patient experience team, you'll discover what sets us apart - passion for the individuals and families in our care.  You Make It Possible.

Required Criteria:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Completion of two units of Clinical Pastoral Education; Or, completion of one unit of CPE, one-year successful congregational ministry experience and skilled in responding to pastoral care emergencies in a healthcare setting.
• If ordained, must be in good standing with the ordaining religious body, evidenced by official endorsement or letter of good standing from a denominational official
• Communication and presentation skills to effectively interact in a cross-cultural setting.
• Analytical skills and problem identification for identifying alternative courses of action.
• Anyone hired without two completed units of CPE will be required to complete them to maintain employment

Preferred Criteria:

• Graduate theological education or Master’s Degree in a related field
• Four units of ACPE-accredited CPE
• Actively working towards certification by a certifying body recognized by the Spiritual Care Collaborative such as APC (Association for Professional Chaplains), NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains), NAJC (National Association of Jewish Chaplains), etc, or appropriate equivalency approved by the Corporate Director of Pastoral Care & Education

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.