MUSLIM CHAPLAIN Job at Department of State Hospitals, San Luis Obispo County, CA

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  • Department of State Hospitals
  • San Luis Obispo County, CA

Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Permanent/Intermittent Muslim Chaplain will be directed by the Program Director in the Recovery and Mall Services (RMS) Department. The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:

• Consult with the hospital Clinical, Administrative, and RMS staff regarding religious dietary requests, review and approval of vendors, and education
• Conduct quality Islamic religious ceremonies, services, and groups 
• Provide spiritual counseling, visitation, and teaching to patients unable to attend activities off the unit as scheduled
• Work cooperatively with the other Chaplains to provide spiritual services and groups 
• Perform administrative and institutional duties, following policies and procedures necessary to safely provide spiritual services.
• Direct the provision of regularly scheduled Muslim services and ceremonies.
• Participate in scheduled RMS meetings, Interfaith meetings, and training. 
• Effectively communicate with supervisor, Interfaith Team and Treatment Teams.
• Support the hospital's Relationship Security Program

In order to be considered for this job vacancy, you must satisfy one of the following requirements:
1. BE LIST ELIGIBLE: Successfully complete the competitive State civil service exam pertaining to this classification NO EXAM CURRENTLY AVAILABLE , OR
2. BE TRANSFER ELIGIBLE: Have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable (employees who wish to be considered based on transfer eligibility must meet the minimum qualifications of the classification per DPA Rule 250), OR
3. BE REINSTATEMENT ELIGIBLE: Have obtained previous permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable.

*Minimum qualifications will be verified prior to being scheduled for an interview. Please provide proof of minimum qualifications with your application submission, which may include a copy of your unofficial college transcripts .

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Currently in good standing with the American Muslim Community, verified and approved by the local resident Imam where the applicant attends as a member.  All candidates must attach to their application a letter of certification of good standing issued by the local resident Imam AND Education :  Completion of at least two years of Islamic Religious studies, including Islamic History, the Holy Quaran, Principles of Faith and Articles of Faith in any masjid or college AND Experience :  Completion of the equivalent of one year of full-time supervised clinical or field training in the community.  Such training to include Islamic religious counseling and guidance, religious education, and the care and welfare of the family as it relates to religious education AND completion of no less than two years' experience as an Imam or Instructress in the Islamic religion in a public or private institution or masjid.

*If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the applicant’s name may be removed from the eligibility list.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Our facility is a 24 hour, 7 day a week facility.  Position is intermittent, the maximum hours authorized is 1500 a year, you may work less hours during the year.

This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA).

Special Requirements

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your unofficial college transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Higher degrees cannot be accepted without evidence of the lower degree that leads to it. Please note: foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company.  Please redact birthdate and social security number from degree/transcripts.

Please submit a letter of certification of good standing issued by the local resident Imam.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package including:

• Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Commute Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

All interested candidates must submit a Standard State Application Form (STD. 678), with original signature, and indicate P /INT Muslim Chaplain AND 455-360-9769-902 AND JC-460088  in the Examination/Job Title Section AND include an unofficial copy of your transcripts to prove meeting of minimum qualification, please note foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company AND a letter of certification of good standing issued by the local resident Imam.

*Applications postmarked on the final filing date will be accepted. Scanned, copied or faxed applications will not be accepted.

*Applications will be screened and only the most competitive will be offered an interview.

*Any limited-term appointments may transition in to a permanent appointment.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
  • Other - Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your unofficial college transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Higher degrees cannot be accepted without evidence of the lower degree that leads to it. Please note: foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company. Please redact birthdate and social security number from degree/transcripts.
  • Other - Required letter of certification of good standing issued by the local resident Imam.

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