Chaplain
Ascension
Salary undisclosed
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Description
- Provides pastoral care to the local ministry and community through performing sacraments, rituals, blessings and liturgies.
- Participates and collaborates with others in the delivery of holistic patient care.
- Builds and maintains relationships with patients, families and associates through regular visitations and communication in order to create spiritual and religious connections.
- Mentors Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) students and fellows.
Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration- Required Credential(s):
- Chaplain obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. For those not board certified at time of hire or job transfer, ecclesiastical endorsement is required. Board Certification from the 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.
- Master's degree or enrolled in a Master's degree program in Theology, Spirituality, Social Work, Divinity, Philosophy, Servant Leadership, Pastoral Studies, Human Behavior, or a related field from an accredited school is required. 3 units of Clinical Pastoral Education accredited by the ACPE, CPEI, or CPSP is required only if not board-certified. 4 units of accredited CPE are preferred.
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.
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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About this role
Ascension's Indianapolis chaplaincy role centers on providing spiritual care within a large Catholic health system, combining direct patient and family ministry with institutional responsibilities. You'll perform sacraments, rituals, and liturgies; visit patients and families regularly to build spiritual connections; and collaborate with clinical teams on holistic care. The position also includes mentoring Clinical Pastoral Education students and fellows, making it suitable for someone with experience who can guide the next generation of chaplains.
The role requires board certification from APC, NACC, CASC, or NAJC either at hire or within two years of employment, along with ecclesiastical endorsement. You'll need a master's degree (or enrollment in one) in theology, spirituality, divinity, or a related field, plus a minimum of three units of accredited Clinical Pastoral Education—four units are preferred. This is a full-time, in-office position at one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic health systems, which emphasizes an inclusive workplace culture and recognizes its employees as central to reimagining healthcare.
Typical pay for this role
$80,000
Typical range: $60,000 to $100,000
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