Chaplain

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority•Rockford, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chaplain works at UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital, providing pastoral care in a hospital setting. The role is full-time, day shift, with a stated schedule of 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and 8-hour shifts. The position requires a master’s degree in a ministry-related field, chaplain licensure or ordination, and completion of at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education within one year of hire. Additional hospital-based Clinical Pastoral Education, pastoral ministry, chaplaincy experience, professional membership, and board certification are preferred. UW Health describes a commitment to employee development, shared governance, employee voice, and fostering belonging. It is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and states that applicants are considered without regard to specified protected characteristics.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Theology, Divinity, Spirituality, Religious Studies, Pastoral Counseling, or a related field of ministry from a school accredited by a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
Must complete at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education within one year of hire.
Licensed or ordained chaplain, in good standing with their faith tradition.

Nice To Haves

Completed four units of Clinical Pastoral Education in a hospital setting.
Five years of pastoral ministry in a church setting.
Three years of pastoral care as a chaplain in a hospital, hospice, or other care facility.
Membership in, or eligibility for membership in, the Association of Professional Chaplains or the National Association of Catholic Chaplains.
APC Board Certification.