Associate Chaplain

Ascension Health; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Well-being resources

Job summary

Ascension’s Pastoral Spiritual Care department in Manhattan, KS seeks a role that provides and documents pastoral care to patients, families and staff, while engaging with local ministries through prayer and blessings.

The position involves ethical consultations with families and medical staff, plus planning and implementing spirituality initiatives across ministries. Minimum education requirements and ACPE training are specified, with healthcare experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma equivalency required.
• 1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education accredited by ACPE or CPEI required.
• Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in Theology, Spirituality, Social Work, Divinity, Philosophy, Servant Leadership, Pastoral Studies, Human Behavior or related field preferred.
• 2 units of Clinical Pastoral Education accredited by ACPE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, provide, and document pastoral care to patients, families, and staff.
• Provide pastoral care to the local ministry and community through prayer and blessings.
• Provide consultation to patients, families, and medical staff with ethical decision making and referrals as needed.
• Assist in planning, organizing, evaluating, and implementing the spiritual program with local ministries.

Skills

Pastoral care

Ethical decision making

Education

High school diploma equivalency

Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE/CPEI)

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Theology/Spirituality/Divinity

2 ACPE units preferred

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Manhattan, KS

• Facility: Via Christi, Manhattan

• Department: Pastoral Spiritual Care

• Schedule: Night | PRN On call

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Assess, provide, and document pastoral care to patients, families and staff.

• Provide appropriate pastoral care to the local ministry and community through prayer and blessings.

• Provide consultation to patients, families, and medical staff with ethical decision making and values while making appropriate referrals as needed.

• Assist in planning, organizing, evaluating, and implementing the spiritual program with each local ministry in order to ensure spirituality initiatives are executed properly.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Education:

• High school diploma equivalency required.

• 1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education accredited by the ACPE or CPEI is required.

• Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in Theology, Spirituality, Social Work, Divinity, Philosophy, Servant Leadership, Pastorial Studies, Human Behavior or a related field preferred.

• 2 units of Clinical Pastoral Education accredited by the ACPE preferred.

Work Experience:

• 2 years of healthcare experience preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan

• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 22.55

Max Salary 32.98