Chaplain Resident

Job Summary and Qualifications

The chaplain resident works under the supervision of a CPE supervisor, associate supervisor, or certified candidate, participating in the Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) program in accordance with ACPE Standards and the policies and guidelines of the Department of Pastoral Care and Education. They provide spiritual care, support, and education for patients, their loved ones, and staff, ensuring religious and spiritual needs are met. Responsibilities include program planning and implementation, maintaining communication within the department, supporting departmental and organizational goals, and applying relevant policies.

• Completes required activities and maintains ACPE standards of the Clinical Pastoral Education program.
• Provides pastoral care for patients and families and friends.
• Provides pastoral care for medical center staff.
• Maintains communication within the department and with other teams or departments.
• Serves as a liaison with clergy and other faith groups.
• Makes recommendations for continuous improvement of processes and services.
• Serves as a representative of the chaplain resident program.

Required Job Qualifications

• Graduation with a bachelor’s degree or ordination by a faith community or commission to function in ministry by an appropriate religious authority as determined by ACPE.
• Master’s degree in divinity or related field.

Benefits

Wesley Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.

Note

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. For more information about employee benefits, please visit Wesley Healthcare's Benefits Page.