Priest Chaplain

Providence Health & Services; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Little Company Of Mary Torrance Hospital is seeking an ordained Catholic Priest Chaplain to serve the spiritual care needs of patients, families and staff within our hospital setting. The role reports to the Director of the Spiritual Care Department and emphasizes sacramental ministry to Catholic patients.

Join Providence to benefit from our comprehensive health system with strong values and a culture of caring.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Theology/Spirituality/Pastoral Ministry is required.
• National Chaplain Certification within 3 years of hire is required.
• Completed (preferred) or in progress: 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education.

Education

Master's Degree in Theology/Spirituality/Pastoral Ministry

National Chaplain Certification

4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education

Job description

Description

The Roman Catholic Priest Chaplain is an ordained priest granted faculties by the local Catholic Bishop. As an integral part of the Spiritual Care Department, he ministers to the religious, spiritual, and emotional needs of patients, families and staff of St. Jude Medical Center OR St. Joseph of Orange, placing special emphasis on the sacramental needs of Catholic patients. The priest chaplain reports to the Director of the Spiritual Care Department.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at Providence Little Company Of Mary Torrance Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Coursework/Training: Completed (preferred) or in the process of completing 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education.
• Master's Degree in Theology/Spirituality/Pastoral Ministry.
• Within 3 years of hire: National Chaplain Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Several years of pastoral experience following ordination.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Company: Providence Jobs

Job Category: Pastoral Care

Job Function: Community Service

Job Schedule: Full time

Job Shift: Day

Career Track: Business Professional

Department: 7014 LCMT SPIRITUAL CARE

Address: CA Torrance 4101 Torrance Blvd

Work Location: Providence Little Co of Mary Medical Ctr-Torrance

Workplace Type: On-site

Pay Range: $31.43 - $48.08

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.