Spiritual Care Minister - 61062

Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.

Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments.

Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.

HSHS requires COVID-19 vaccines or an approved medical or religious exemption for all colleagues. This does not apply to positions that are classified as 100% remote.

HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

PRN

This position will be on call for the following ministries:

HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital in O'Fallon

HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital in Breese

HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital in Highland

HSHS Holy Family Hospital in Greenville

The Spiritual Care Minister assists the patient and their family in coping with the psychological, social, emotional and spiritual needs in time of illness and/or stress. Provides an atmosphere of concern and recognition of the dignity of the human person in the light of the gospel of Christ. Helps preserve a patient-centered attitude of care. Gives the patient an opportunity to verbalize feelings regarding their illness, assesses needs and documents interventions. Promotes a team approach with other disciplines.

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Theology or related religious field is required.

Master’s degree from an accredited program in Theology or related religious field is preferred.

Experience

One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education is required.

Being a member of a religious order, clergy, or a lay person with two years of relevant experience in care of the sick and dying may be considered in lieu of Clinical Pastoral Education.

Two units of Clinical Pastoral Education is preferred.

The appointment of priests and deacons to the pastoral care staff of a Catholic institution must have the explicit approval or confirmation of the local bishop in collaboration with the administration of the institution.

Certifications, Licenses and Registrations

Current certification with NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains), APC (Association of Professional Chaplains), NAJC (Neshama: Associate of Jewish Chaplains), CASC (Canadian Association of Spiritual Care) is preferred.

Physical Requirements:  Support Services