Chaplain

Ascension; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer‑matched 403(b)

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement (Vocare)

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave and adoption assistance

Other benefits: legal and pet ins., sh

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Chaplain at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton, Wisconsin, to provide spiritual and emotional care within the Pastoral Spiritual Care department. This full-time, day-shift role partners with care teams to support holistic patient care and offers mentorship to CPE students.

The ideal candidate will hold board certification or be on track to obtain it, with a Master’s degree in Divinity or Theology and 3–4 CPE units, and 3–5 years of healthcare chaplain experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Divinity, Theology, or related field required.
• 3 units of ACPE-accredited CPE required if not board-certified.
• 4 units of accredited CPE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and emotional care to patients, families, and associates.
• Perform pastoral services, including rituals, blessings, and liturgies.
• Collaborate with care teams to support holistic patient care.
• Mentor CPE students and fellows through pastoral education.

Education

Master's degree in Divinity or Theology

3 units of CPE (ACPE)

4 units of CPE preferred

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Appleton, Wisconsin

Facility: St. Elizabeth Hospital

Department/Specialty: Pastoral Spiritual Care

Schedule: Day-shift, Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provide spiritual and emotional care to patients, families, and associates.
• Perform pastoral services, including rituals, blessings, and liturgies.
• Collaborate with care teams to support holistic patient care.
• Mentor CPE students and fellows through pastoral education.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Board Certification from the ACPE, APC, NACC, CASC, or the NAJC at time of hire or job transfer (or obtained within two years of hire or job transfer; risking termination if not obtained within timeframe) is required. For those not board certified at time of hire or job transfer, ecclesiastical endorsement is required.

Education

Master's degree in Divinity, Theology, or a related field from an accredited school is required. 3 units of CPE accredited by the ACPE is required only if not board-certified. 4 units of accredited CPE are preferred.

Work Experience

3-5 years of healthcare experience as a chaplain is preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

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.