Clinical Pastoral Education Candidate Educator
About The Position
Your future role at a glance Location: Indianapolis, IN Facility: St. Vincent Indianapolis Department/Specialty: Pastoral Spiritual Care Schedule: Day Shift | 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.
Requirements
- Certification specializing in Cert of Endorsement preferred.
- Chaplain preferred.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Design curriculum by developing Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) programs that meet national accreditation standards while preparing the next generation of spiritual care providers.
- Mentor aspiring residents through direct educational supervision, ensuring they deliver compassionate and culturally sensitive spiritual care to patients and families.
- Collaborate with clinical faculty to lead the strategic planning and administration of the training program, fostering a cohesive learning environment for all participants.
- Facilitate spiritual wellness by conducting public worship services and outreach, modeling expert pastoral care for students while meeting the diverse faith needs of our community.
- Champion educational excellence by maintaining rigorous compliance with ACPE standards, ensuring our program remains a benchmark for clinical pastoral training.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
