Senior Clinical Chaplain and Spiritual Care Leader

AdventHealth; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

PTO from Day One

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth Glendale Heights seeks an experienced chaplain to provide spiritual care for patients, families, and staff, including crisis support and end‑of‑life care. You will coordinate with Mission and Ministry Campus Liaisons and lead spiritual formation initiatives.

The role requires a Master’s in Divinity or related field, ordination, and 3+ years of healthcare chaplaincy. Expect a day shift in a faith‑based hospital environment with strong cross‑disciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Divinity or related graduate theological degree (72-hour minimum) required for APC Board Certification.
• 3+ years of clinical chaplaincy experience in healthcare settings required.
• Ordination and ecclesiastical endorsement credentials required.

Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual care for patients, families, and staff; address crises and end-of-life needs.
• Respond to inpatient referrals within 24 hours and outpatient referrals within 48 hours.
• Coordinate spiritual support with Mission and Ministry Campus Liaisons.
• Lead Clinical Team Spiritual Formation and participate in Leadership Spiritual Formation.
• Involve in Mission-Fit hiring assessments and New-Employee Orientation.
• Oversee staff chaplains, PRN chaplains, and volunteer training.
• Collaborate with educators on student progress and curriculum experiences.
• Lead educational events with clergy and local congregations.
• Participate in Ethics Consults and Family meetings; support whole person care.

Skills

Spiritual care

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Diversity sensitivity

Education

Master’s Degree in Divinity

Healthcare administration (Preferred)

Ordained Minister (ORDM)

CHAPLAIN credentials (CHAPLAIN)

Tools

ACPE/CPE

Job description

AdventHealth Glendale Heights seeks an experienced chaplain to provide spiritual care for patients, families, and staff, including crisis support and end‑of‑life care. You will coordinate with Mission and Ministry Campus Liaisons and lead spiritual formation initiatives.

The role requires a Master’s in Divinity or related field, ordination, and 3+ years of healthcare chaplaincy. Expect a day shift in a faith‑based hospital environment with strong cross‑disciplinary collaboration.