Chaplain I - PRN - Mercy Hospital STL

Find your calling at Mercy! Responding to the healing mission of Jesus and the tradition of Catherine McAuley to serve the poor and sick person, we participate in meeting the health needs of the community. Pastoral Services assists the patient, family, and personnel in meeting their spiritual, social, and emotional needs during a time of illness, injury or stress and will minister to all persons, regardless of their belief system. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Responsibilities

• Minister to patients, families, and personnel to meet their spiritual, social, and emotional needs during illness, injury, or stress.
• Provide compassionate care regardless of belief system.
• Work independently within a pastoral team and cooperate with interdisciplinary clinical teams to ensure high patient satisfaction.
• Respond with respect, graciousness, kindness, and spiritual comfort in emotional and stressful situations.
• Advocate for patients, family members, or co-workers as needed.
• Use computer systems, pagers, and telephone systems effectively.
• Engage in self-reflection about work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Theology, Ministry, Divinity, or related field; or equivalent education and experience.
• One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) or equivalent experience (candidate has up to one year to complete the unit if using equivalent experience).
• Experience in visiting the sick in a ministry capacity.
• In good standing with community and endorsed or eligible for endorsement by faith community.
• Compassion and respect for the dignity of each person.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Ability to minister to the whole person with an emphasis on the spiritual.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some Master's level work in Theology, Ministry, Counseling, Divinity, or related field.
• Two units of CPE.
• Current healthcare or military chaplaincy experience.
• Language skills or experience with specific patient groups served where needed.
• Sensitivity to and respect for various religions.
• Knowledge in pastoral theology, medical ethics, spirituality, death and dying, and crisis intervention.
• Career ladder candidate.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition support.
• 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.