HSHS is seeking PRN Spiritual Care Ministers to join our ministries. Ideal candidates are patient focused, mission driven caregivers who provide an atmosphere of concern and recognition of the dignity of the human person in the light of the gospel of Christ. Ideal candidates also help preserve a patient-centered attitude of care, gives the patient an opportunity to verbalize feelings regarding their illness, assesses needs and documents interventions.
Position Specifics:
Specialty: Spiritual Care
Schedule: PRN/as needed, must have availability between 7am-4pm; 8am-2pm on Sundays; On-call rotation
Location: Primarily Highland, IL and O'Fallon, IL; must also be willing to cover hospitals in Breese and Greenville, IL.
HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital-O'Fallon
HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital-Breese
HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital-Highland
HSHS Holy Family Hospital-Greenville
Compensation that aligns with your experience
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.
