Associate Chaplain NE

Ascension; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Pastoral Spiritual Care professional to assess, provide, and document compassionate care for patients, families, and staff at St. Vincent Evansville. The role supports local ministry and community through prayer and blessings and offers ethical consultation to care teams.

The position involves planning and coordinating spiritual initiatives with local ministries to ensure programs are executed effectively and with sensitivity to diverse faiths and beliefs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma equivalency required.
• Bachelor's or advanced degree preferred in Theology, Spirituality, Social Work, Divinity, Philosophy, Servant Leadership, Pastoral Studies or related field.
• 1 unit of ACPE/CPEI/CPSP clinical pastoral education required.
• 2 units of ACPE pastoral education preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Education

High school diploma equivalency

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

1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE/CPEI/CPSP)

2 units of Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE)

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Evansville, IN
• Facility: St. Vincent Evansville
• Department/Specialty: Pastoral Spiritual Care
• Schedule: Rotating Shift | PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Assesses, provides, and documents pastoral care to patients, families and staff.
• Provides appropriate pastoral care to the local ministry and community through prayer and blessings.
• Provides consultation to patients, families, and medical staff with ethical decision making and values while making appropriate referrals as needed.
• Assists 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

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
• None Required.

Education

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

Work Experience

• 2 years of healthcare experience is 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 federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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