The Clinical Pastoral EDU Intern provides compassionate spiritual and emotional support for Baylor Scott & White Health patients, family members and staff, regardless of faith background or religious affiliation under the direct supervision of an ACPE Certified Educator. The CPE Internship may be designed as an intensive ten (10) week, full-time program or designed as a part-time, extended program lasting up to twenty-six (26) weeks. The program is accredited by ACPE: The Standard for Spiritual Care and Education and governance of Baylor Scott & White Health policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
Fulfills CPE requirements as designated within the ACPE Standards and the specific CPE Curriculum as outlined in the Baylor Scott & White Health CPE System Student Handbook.
Gains knowledge and experience through various eduational and clinical assignments.
Professional Chaplain who serves as a ?Mentor? in the intern?s provision of spiritual care within the context of the interdisciplinary teams context.
Completes EPIC training and properly documents spiritual care and pastoral assessments and care within the EPIC templates.
Receives assignments through a supervisor and works on their own under limited supervision to complete projects and tasks as assigned.
Attends and participates in all CPE seminars and supervision on a weekly basis in fulfillment of ACPE Level I Learning Objectives and Outcomes.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
Knowledge of philosophical systems and religions.
Knowledge of the methods and methods of spiritual care and the role of a chaplain in an institutional setting.
Knowledge of the religious beliefs and practices of various faiths, groups, and denominations.
Able to communicate thoughts clearly; both verbally and in writing.
Relational and listening skills.
Skill in counseling patients, family members and staff.
Ability to counsel people during periods of stress.
Ability to be inclusive and respectful of people who represent differences in faith, race, culture and sexual orientation
Enrollment in or completed a Master's degree in theology studies or closely related discipline at an institution accredited by a member of the council for higher education accreditation preferred.
Denominational endorsement for chaplaincy, ordination or commissioning to ministry preferred.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following
Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
Tuition Reimbursement
PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level
Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH) is the largest not-for-profit health care system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States. With a commitment to and a track record of innovation, collaboration, integrity and compassion for the patient, BSWH stands to be one of the nation’s exemplary health care organizations. Our mission is to serve all people by providing personalized health and wellness through exemplary care, education and research as a Christian ministry of healing. Joining our team is not just accepting a job, it’s accepting a calling!