Chaplain

Ascension • Austin, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Your future role at a glance
Location: Austin, TX
Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center
Department: Pastoral Spiritual Care
Schedule: Evenings, Monday - Friday 1PM - 9 PM l Full-time

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive
Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you’ll make an impact in this role
Provide compassionate spiritual counsel and emotional support to patients and families, ensuring care is inclusive of all cultural backgrounds and belief systems.
Deliver sacred rituals, sacraments, and liturgies to offer comfort and continuity of faith for the local ministry and community.
Collaborate as a vital member of the interdisciplinary clinical team to ensure a holistic approach to patient healing and well-being.
Foster deep connections with staff and associates, creating a supportive environment that addresses the emotional demands of the healthcare setting.
Guide the professional growth of CPE students and fellows, shaping the next generation of spiritual care providers through active mentorship.

What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
Chaplain specializing in Cert of Endorsement obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. For those not certified as noted, ecclesiastical endorsement is required at the time of hire.
Board Certification from the APC, NACC, CASC, or NAJC (or certification obtained within 2 years of hire, risking termination if not obtained within timeframe) is required.
Education:
Master’s Degree in Divinity, Theology, or a related field from an accredited school is required. 3 units of CPE accredited by the ACPE is required only if not board-certified; 4 units of accredited CPE are preferred.
Work Experience:
3-5 years of healthcare experience as a chaplain is preferred.

What additional preferences we're seeking
Chaplain pediatric experience highly preferred.

Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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Requirements

• Chaplain specializing in Cert of Endorsement obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. For those not certified as noted, ecclesiastical endorsement is required at the time of hire.
• Board Certification from the APC, NACC, CASC, or NAJC (or certification obtained within 2 years of hire, risking termination if not obtained within timeframe) is required.
• Master’s Degree in Divinity, Theology, or a related field from an accredited school is required.
• 3 units of CPE accredited by the ACPE is required only if not board-certified; 4 units of accredited CPE are preferred.
• 3-5 years of healthcare experience as a chaplain is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Chaplain pediatric experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate spiritual counsel and emotional support to patients and families, ensuring care is inclusive of all cultural backgrounds and belief systems.
• Deliver sacred rituals, sacraments, and liturgies to offer comfort and continuity of faith for the local ministry and community.
• Collaborate as a vital member of the interdisciplinary clinical team to ensure a holistic approach to patient healing and well-being.
• Foster deep connections with staff and associates, creating a supportive environment that addresses the emotional demands of the healthcare setting.
• Guide the professional growth of CPE students and fellows, shaping the next generation of spiritual care providers through active mentorship.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level