Part-Time Chaplain: Holistic Spiritual Care Leader

581 Advocate Aurora Health, Inc.; Street (MD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Aurora Health, Inc. seeks a part‑time chaplain for Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, IL. You will provide spiritual care, crisis support, and sacramental services to patients, families, and staff, including after-hours coverage.

The role requires M.Div. or equivalent, ACPE/CPE units, and endorsements, with 1–3 years of clinical chaplaincy preferred and eligibility for board certification within 18 months.

Qualifications

• Eligible for board certification within 18 months of hire.
• ACPE-accredited CPE units required (4 units).
• Ecclesiastical endorsement from sponsoring faith community is required.
• Bachelor's degree in an accredited college or university.
• Master of Divinity or equivalent Master's program.
• Certification agency equivalency letter may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic spiritual care to patients, families, and staff.
• Assist during emergencies and guide end-of-life processes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and participate in care planning.
• Mentor staff and contribute to departmental operations and outreach.

Skills

CPE units

Board certification

Ecclesiastical endorsement

On-call experience

Chaplaincy experience

Education

Master of Divinity

BA/BS degree

Job description

Advocate Aurora Health, Inc. seeks a part‑time chaplain for Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, IL. You will provide spiritual care, crisis support, and sacramental services to patients, families, and staff, including after-hours coverage.

The role requires M.Div. or equivalent, ACPE/CPE units, and endorsements, with 1–3 years of clinical chaplaincy preferred and eligibility for board certification within 18 months.