Clinical Pastoral Education Residency - On-Site Austin

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employer‑matched retirement (403(b))

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension is hiring for a Spiritual Care role in Austin, TX, within multiple hospitals. The department emphasizes compassionate spiritual support and outreach to diverse faith groups.

The schedule is full time with rotating shifts and a 40-hour work week. You will perform pastoral visitation, respond to emotional/spiritual needs, participate in CPE, and document interventions according to hospital standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree in Theology, Spirituality or related field preferred.
• 1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE) preferred.
• Ordination or equivalency in faith group preferred.
• 3 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform pastoral visitation and chapel/public worship services.
• Assess and respond to spiritual and emotional needs of counseled individuals, including crisis intervention and bereavement.
• Engage in Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) curriculum and pursue growth in pastoral ministry.
• Document visits and interventions according to healthcare standards.

Skills

Pastoral care

Crisis intervention

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

ACPE unit preferred

Ordination preferred

Job description

Ascension is hiring for a Spiritual Care role in Austin, TX, within multiple hospitals. The department emphasizes compassionate spiritual support and outreach to diverse faith groups.

The schedule is full time with rotating shifts and a 40-hour work week. You will perform pastoral visitation, respond to emotional/spiritual needs, participate in CPE, and document interventions according to hospital standards.