Associate Chaplain

Jobtailor; Herrin (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a dedicated pastoral care professional in Herrin, IL to assess spiritual needs and provide counseling to patients, families, and staff. The role emphasizes collaboration with area Ministers and active participation in interdisciplinary teams to deliver holistic care.

The candidate will document care provided, maintain follow-up with families, and engage in ongoing educational advancement in pastoral ministry.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree preferred.
• Pursuit of Bachelor’s Degree and Clinical Pastoral Education expected.
• Endorsement by local church/diocese within 2 years.
• Licensed or Commissioned to Ministry by Church optional.
• Ordination optional.
• 1 year of technical experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess and provide pastoral care to patients, families, and staff daily.
• Document pastoral care provided and follow up as needed.
• Coordinate with area Ministers and participate in interdisciplinary care rounds.

Skills

Pastoral counseling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Holistic patient care

Documentation

Technical experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree preferred

Bachelor’s Degree and Clinical Pastoral Education expected

Endorsement by church/diocese within 2 years

Licensed or Commissioned to Ministry optional

Ordination optional

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessing spiritual needs, provides spiritual care and pastoral counseling to patients/families/employees.
• Assesses, provides, and documents pastoral care to patients, families, and staff daily.
• Works with area Ministers.
• Proactively participates in inter-disciplinary delivery of holistic patient care services through rounding, inter-departmental meetings, and family conferences.
• Maintains appropriate follow-up care with patient/families.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Associate’s degree preferred
• Pursuit of Bachelor’s Degree and Clinical Pastoral Education expected
• Licensed or Commissioned to Ministry by Church optional
• Ordination optional
• Endorsement by local church, diocese, or denomination within 2 years
• 1 year of technical experience

Core Competencies

Demonstrates the ability to assess and address spiritual needs through pastoral counseling and care, while effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic patient support. Holds relevant educational qualifications and maintains necessary endorsements for ministry.