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As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Chaplain III – St. Vincent Medical Center

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of Mission or Director of Spiritual Care, the Chaplain III 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.Collaborate with fellow team members and the interdisciplinary team including appropriate referrals that serve those in their care. Provide effective pastoral ministry by employing, in addition to basic pastoral skills, advanced pastoral care and counseling techniques, including but not limited to, emotional processing, reframing for meanings and perspectives, and facilitation of deeper theological and personal reflections.Demonstrate proficiency in conducting full-spectrum spiritual care assessment and care planning process. 

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:

Master’s degree in related field such as Pastoral Studies, or Theology (required)Master's degree in Divinity (preferred)Doctoral degree in Theology or Philosophy (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications:

Four or more units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) completed (required)Required to have Board certification by one of these professional certifying organizations: National Association of Catholic Chaplains, Association of Professional Chaplains, Association of Jewish Chaplains, Association of Clinical Pastoral Education, Association of Pastoral CounselorsAdvanced certification in specialty area of Chaplaincy, Ethics or an equivalent (preferred)ACPE Certified Educator Candidate (CEC) (preferred)

Experience:

Three years of experience as a Chaplain in a healthcare setting. (Required)Ecclesial endorsement from church body to be involved in hospital ministry. (Required)Completion of lay ministry or the ordination process. (preferred)

Skills & Abilities:

Ability to be present to others in their illness or crisisAbility to provide pastoral support within the context of the patient's culture, values and belief systemActive listeningApply Ethical PracticesClinical Pastoral CareCollaborationCommunicationCrisis counselingCrisis InterventionDemonstrate EmpathyFlexibility Good interpersonal skillsHealthcare EthicsHuman RelationsInterfaith DialogueMinistering to diverse populationsOrganization SkillsPastoral CarePastoral CounselingPastoral MinistriesPastoral TheologyPlanningPresentation SkillsPublic RelationsRelationship buildingReligious StudiesSpiritual CareSpiritual Care AssessmentsSpiritual SupportTeamworkTheological ReflectionVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationFacilitation of theological reflectionsMedical EthicsCatholic Social TeachingAbility to lead and coordinate prayer and worship servicesAbility to teach an understanding of diverse theology and ecclesiologyLeadershipPublish ContentKnowledge of Advanced Medical DirectivesContent DevelopmentMoral PhilosophyMoral ValuesCritical Incident Stress Debriefing

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.

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What we offer

\n \n Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)\n Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts\n Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders\n Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support\n \n

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