Pastoral Counselor
Pastoral counselors provide support and guidance to people of all ages and circumstances who are looking to approach their issues from a spiritual perspective. Pastoral counselors are trained in both psychology and theology and thus can provide psychological as well as spiritual guidance to patients and families in health care settings. They perform a variety of tasks including conducting religious masses, delivering religious rites and ordinances, and providing counseling and companionship to patients and family members. They also work with hospital staff to provide ethical and spiritual direction and instruction on religious practices and beliefs.
AT-A-GLANCE
Average Salary
$40—60K
Job Growth
10.00%
Education Required
Bachelor's Degree
Patient Interaction
High
Blood Interaction
None