Chaplain II

Mercy; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a chaplain to support patients, families and staff with comprehensive spiritual care. The role requires Masters-level study in theology or related field, plus CPE units and board certification consideration.

You will work within a strong pastoral team and coordinate with clinicians to provide compassionate care. Ideal candidates will demonstrate empathy, effective communication, and the ability to manage crisis while maintaining respect for diverse beliefs.

Qualifications

• Masters-level work in Theology, Ministry, Counseling, Divinity or equivalence in related field.
• Four units of CPE (see worksheet Guide to Determining Applicable CPE & Certification Programs for New Chaplain Hires).
• Certification as a Board-Certified Chaplain (BCC) is preferred; APC/NACC boards recognized).

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual and emotional support to patients, families and staff.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to meet patient needs.
• Counsel in crisis and trauma situations and advocate for patients and families.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Spiritual care

Self-reflection

Crisis management

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Education

Masters-level Theology/Counseling

Four units of CPE

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Responding to the healing mission of Jesus and the tradition of Catherine McAuley to serve the poor and sick person, we participate in meeting the health needs of the community. Pastoral Services assists the patient, family, and personnel in meeting their spiritual, social, and emotional needs during a time of illness, injury or stress and will minister to all persons, regardless of their belief system. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Education: Masters-level work in Theology, Ministry, Counseling, Divinity or equivalence in related field. Four units of CPE (see worksheet Guide to Determining Applicable CPE & Certification Programs for New Chaplain Hires). Licensure: None Experience: One year of health care chaplaincy experience (may include CPE experience). Certifications: Certification as a Board-Certified Chaplain (see worksheet Guide to Determining Applicable CPE & Certification Programs for New Chaplain Hires).

Other:

• Compassion and respect for the dignity of each person.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to minister to the whole person with an emphasis on the spiritual.
• Ability to be self-reflective about work.
• Responds with respect, graciousness, kindness and spiritual comfort.
• Ability to work independently in the context of a strong pastoral team and in cooperation with the interdisciplinary clinical team to provide quality services resulting in high patient satisfaction.
• Able to work in emotional and stressful situations.
• Advocates for patient, family member or co-worker when the need arises.
• Uses computer systems, pagers, and telephone systems effectively.
• Ability to work in crisis and trauma situations and situations with multiple priorities.
• Able to be a self-starter, work with high degree of initiative.

Preferred Education: Four units of CPE recognized by Association of Professional Chaplains (APC) or National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC). Preferred Licensure: None. Preferred Experience: Depending on local needs, any of the following could be preferred for a Chaplain II: Experience with specialty area, three (3) years of chaplain experience, presenting to physicians/other clinicians. Preferred Certifications: Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) by APC or NACC.

Preferred Other:

• Where needed, language skills or experience with specific patient groups served.
• Sensitivity to and respect for various religions.
• Knowledge in areas of pastoral theology, medical ethics, spirituality, death and dying, and crisis intervention.
• Is a career ladder candidate.

Find your calling at Mercy!

Responding to the healing mission of Jesus and the tradition of Catherine McAuley to serve the poor and sick person, we participate in meeting the health needs of the community. Pastoral Services assists the patient, family, and personnel in meeting their spiritual, social, and emotional needs during a time of illness, injury or stress and will minister to all persons, regardless of their belief system. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Education: Masters-level work in Theology, Ministry, Counseling, Divinity or equivalence in related field. Four units of CPE (see worksheet Guide to Determining Applicable CPE & Certification Programs for New Chaplain Hires). Licensure: None Experience: One year of health care chaplaincy experience (may include CPE experience). Certifications: Certification as a Board-Certified Chaplain (see worksheet Guide to Determining Applicable CPE & Certification Programs for New Chaplain Hires).

Other:

• Compassion and respect for the dignity of each person.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to minister to the whole person with an emphasis on the spiritual.
• Ability to be self-reflective about work.
• Responds with respect, graciousness, kindness and spiritual comfort.
• Ability to work independently in the context of a strong pastoral team and in cooperation with the interdisciplinary clinical team to provide quality services resulting in high patient satisfaction.
• Able to work in emotional and stressful situations.
• Advocates for patient, family member or co-worker when the need arises.
• Uses computer systems, pagers, and telephone systems effectively.
• Ability to work in crisis and trauma situations and situations with multiple priorities.
• Able to be a self-starter, work with high degree of initiative.

Preferred Education: Four units of CPE recognized by Association of Professional Chaplains (APC) or National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC). Preferred Licensure: None. Preferred Experience: Depending on local needs, any of the following could be preferred for a Chaplain II: Experience with specialty area, three (3) years of chaplain experience, presenting to physicians/other clinicians. Preferred Certifications: Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) by APC or NACC.

Preferred Other:

• Where needed, language skills or experience with specific patient groups served.
• Sensitivity to and respect for various religions.
• Knowledge in areas of pastoral theology, medical ethics, spirituality, death and dying, and crisis intervention.
• Is a career ladder candidate.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.