Clinical Pastoral Education Residency

Location: Austin, TX – Across Austin facilities

About the role

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care, and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing pastoral care to patients, their family members, and organizational staff.
• Perform or assist with performing pastoral visitation, public worship services, and outreach services in assigned areas or to specific faith groups.
• Assist with assessing and responding to the spiritual and emotional needs of those counseled, including crisis intervention and bereavement.
• Participate in Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) curriculum and demonstrate a commitment to learning about the ministry of pastoral care, about oneself as a minister, and the ways in which one's ministry affects those served.
• Document visits and interventions appropriately according to the standards of the healthcare organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree in Theology, Spirituality, or related field preferred.
• 1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education accredited by ACPE is preferred.
• Ordination or equivalency in faith group is preferred.
• 3 years of experience preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options.
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance.
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development, and online learning.
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and more.