Chaplain

Ascension • Shorewood, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide religious and spiritual care and counsel for emotional and spiritual distress to patients, their families, associates and others with attention to diverse spiritual orientations and cultures. Provide pastoral care to the local ministry and community through performing sacraments, rituals, blessings and liturgies. Participate and collaborate with others in the delivery of holistic patient care. Build and maintain relationships with patients, families and associates through regular visitations and communication in order to create spiritual and religious connections. Mentor Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) students and fellows.

Requirements

• Board Certification from the ACPE, APC, NACC, CASC, or the NAJC at time of hire or job transfer (or obtained within two years of hire or job transfer; risking termination if not obtained within timeframe) is required. For those not board certified at time of hire or job transfer, ecclesiastical endorsement is required.
• Master's Degree in Divinity, Theology, or a related field from an accredited school is required. 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education accredited by the ACPE is required only if not board-certified.
• 3-5 years of healthcare experience as a chaplain is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• 3-5 years of healthcare experience preferred
• Monday - Friday, 8-4:30 p.m.
• participates in after hours regional on-call rotation for metro-Milwaukee area

Responsibilities

• Provide religious and spiritual care and counsel for emotional and spiritual distress to patients, their families, associates and others with attention to diverse spiritual orientations and cultures.
• Provide pastoral care to the local ministry and community through performing sacraments, rituals, blessings and liturgies.
• Participate and collaborate with others in the delivery of holistic patient care.
• Build and maintain relationships with patients, families and associates through regular visitations and communication in order to create spiritual and religious connections.
• Mentor Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) students and fellows.

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
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time