Chaplain

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health is seeking a Chaplain who addresses spiritual, emotional and relational health needs for patients, families and staff. The role requires a Master’s degree in theology with an M.Div preferred, plus four CPE units and a residency preference to ensure high-quality pastoral care.

The candidate should be eligible for APC board certification, with ecclesiastical endorsement to support ministry within the hospital. This position emphasizes ethics, compassion and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited theological school is required.
• Master of Divinity is preferred.
• Four units of certified Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) through an accredited center are required.
• One year clinical residency through an ACPE-accredited CPE center is preferred.
• Eligible for board certification with/through APC or cognate group; ecclesiastical endorsement required.

Responsibilities

• Addresses the spiritual, emotional and relational health needs of patients, loved ones, and hospital staff.
• Exhibits empathy, interpersonal skills and analytical ability to assess spiritual needs.
• Provides assistance in complex moral, spiritual and ethical matters.

Skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Analytical ability

Education

Master's degree in theology

Master of Divinity preferred

Four units of CPE required

Clinical residency ACPE preferred

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Addresses the spiritual, emotional and relational health needs of patients, their loved ones, and the hospital staff, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or religious preference. Exhibits empathy, interpersonal skills and analytical ability to assess spiritual needs and to provide assistance in complex moral, spiritual and ethical matters.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Master's degree from an accredited theological school is required. Master of Divinity is preferred. Four units of certified Clinical Pastoral Education through an accredited CPE center is required. One year clinical residency through an ACPE accredited CPE center is preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Eligible for board certification with/through Association of Professional Chaplains or Cognate group. Ecclesiastical endorsement is required. Board Certification preferred.