Chaplain I (Non-Exempt)

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree in Theology, Ministry, Divinity or related field.

- One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education.

- If equivalent experience, the candidate has up to one year to complete the unit.
Experience: Experience in visiting the sick in a ministry capacity.
Certifications: In good standing with community and endorsed or eligible for endorsement by faith community.
Other:
- Compassion and respect for the dignity of each person.
- Good communication and listening skills.
- Ability to minister to the whole person with an emphasis on the spiritual.
- Ability to be self-reflective about work.
- Responds with respect, graciousness, kindness and spiritual comfort.
- Ability to work independently in the context of a strong pastoral team and in cooperation with the interdisciplinary clinical team to provide quality services resulting in high patient satisfaction.
- Able to work in emotional and stressful situations.
- Advocates for patient, family member or co-worker when the need arises.
- Uses computer systems, pagers, and telephone systems effectively.

Preferred Education:

- Some Master's level work in Theology, Ministry, Counseling, Divinity or related field.

- Two units of CPE.
Preferred Experience: Current healthcare or military chaplaincy experience.
Preferred Other:
- Where needed, language skills or experience with specific patient groups served.
- Sensitivity to and respect for various religions.
- Knowledge in areas of pastoral theology, medical ethics, spirituality, death and dying, and crisis intervention.
- Is a career ladder candidate.

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.