The Chaplain ministers to patients, families, and staff by providing spiritual care and emotional support during illness, crisis, or end-of-life situations. They are responsible for addressing religious and ritual needs while serving as an integral member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and have completed or be committed to completing one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE). Additionally, applicants must provide documentation of faith community endorsement and have experience in lay ministry or the ordination process.
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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
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Referral bonuses
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Tuition assistance
Parental leave
Competitive pay
Professional development
Prescription coverage
Continuing education support
Incentives
403(b) with employer contributions
Mental health resources
FMLA leave
Backup care for children and elders
HSA/FSA options
Pastoral
Education (CPE) completed (preferred)
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) As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission 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, HSA/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. 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 Employers, 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
