Associate Chaplain NE

Ascension; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement: 403(b) plan

Well-being support: EAP, counseling, &

Job summary

Ascension Evansville is seeking a compassionate Chaplain to provide and document pastoral care for patients, families, and staff within the hospital setting. You’ll offer spiritual support, lead prayer, bless local ministries, and collaborate with the care team on ethical decisions.

Requires a high school diploma equivalency, a Bachelor’s in Theology or related field (or higher), and ACPE-CPE units. Two years healthcare experience preferred; CPE units 1 required, 2 preferred.

Qualifications

• 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 related field preferred.
• 1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE/CPEI/CPSP) required.
• 2 units of Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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 to ensure spirituality initiatives are executed properly.

Skills

Pastoral care

Ethical decision making

Counseling

Consultation

Program planning

Community outreach

Education

Bachelor's in Theology or related field

ACPE/CPE units

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Evansville, IN

Facility: St. Vincent Indianapolis

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.

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