The Chaplain ministers to patients, families, and staff regarding religious and spiritual needs under the direction of leadership, providing spiritual care and emotional support during illness, crisis, loss, and death as part of the multidisciplinary team. This includes recognizing sacramental needs, serving diverse faith groups in a non-proselytizing manner, and providing pastoral presence during crises and end-of-life situations.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and be in the process of completing lay ministry or ordination, along with documentation of faith community endorsement. Required training includes completing one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) within the first year of employment.
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Shift: All Work Shifts (United States of America) Mercy Health About us As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. Chaplain –
Lourdes
Hospital
Job
Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Mission or Director of Spiritual Care, the Chaplain I ministers to patients, families, and staff around religious and spiritual needs. As an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, the chaplain provides spiritual care and emotional support within the context of illness, crisis, loss, and death. The chaplain is committed to the Mission and models its core values.
Essential
Functions: Recognizes the sacramental needs of the Catholic population. Provide for religious and ritual needs of diverse faith groups. Minister to a diverse population in a non-proselytizing manner and provide basic emotional and spiritual support to patients, visitors, our community, and fellow associates. Provide constructive pastoral presence by employing pastoral skills including active listening and the ability to communicate in a calm, non-anxious manner. Provide spiritual support to end-of-life situations and crisis’ (Code Blue, Death, Trauma, etc.). 24/7 call with expectations for holidays/weekends This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education
Bachelor's degree (required), preferably in a related field such as Religious or Theological Studies Master’s degree in a related field (preferred)
Required
Licensing &
Certifications: Commitment to complete one (1) of CPE within first year of employment (required) One (1) unit of
Clinical
Pastoral
Education (CPE) completed (preferred)
Benefits
Paid time off
Referral bonuses
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Medical coverage
Tuition assistance
Parental leave
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
Competitive pay
Prescription coverage
Professional development support
Continuing education support
Discounts
Incentives
403(b) with employer contributions
HAS/FSA options
Mental health resources
FMLA leave
Backup care for children and elders
Experience: Experience as a Chaplain in a healthcare setting. (preferred) Completion of lay ministry or in the ordination process. (Required) Documentation of faith community endorsement by official representative(s) reflecting good standing in accordance with the requirements of his/her own faith/spiritual tradition to be involved in hospital ministry. (Required)
Skills &
Abilities: Ability to be present to others in their illness or crisis Ability to provide pastoral support within the context of the patient's culture, values and belief system Active listening Apply Ethical Practices Clinical Pastoral Care Collaboration Communication Crisis counseling Crisis Intervention Demonstrate Empathy Flexibility Good interpersonal skills Healthcare Ethics Human Relations Interfaith Dialogue Ministering to diverse populations Organization Skills Pastoral Care Pastoral Counseling Pastoral Ministries Pastoral Theology Planning Presentation Skills Public Relations Relationship building Religious Studies Spiritual Care Spiritual Care Assessments Spiritual Support Teamwork Theological
Reflection
Verbal
Communication
Written
Communication
Training: Complete 1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) within first year of employment (required) Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What We Offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department
Inpatient Hospice - Lourdes It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com. We believe your best is yet to come. At Mercy Health, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.
