Staff Chaplain NEX

Position Overview

As a Staff Chaplain at American Addiction Centers, you will provide compassionate spiritual care and support to patients, families, and hospital personnel, delivering person-centered ministry across various healthcare settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide spiritual care services, consultation, and support to patients, families, physicians, and hospital personnel in accordance with department policies
• Facilitate sacramental ministries, including Holy Communion, Baptism, Confession, and Sacrament of the Sick
• Respond to medical emergencies, codes, deaths, and critical incidents
• Support hospital personnel during patient deaths and critical events
• Assist families with healthcare needs, understanding medical procedures, and advance directives
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and participate in patient care planning meetings
• Conduct chapel and memorial services as scheduled
• Represent and interpret the organization's mission and values in clinical responsibilities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Master of Divinity or equivalent Master's program
• Four completed units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)
• Ecclesiastical endorsement from religious faith community
• 1-3 years of clinical chaplaincy experience
• Strong communication and therapeutic interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Board certification candidate within 18 months of hire

What We Offer

• Part-time position (20 hours per week)
• Competitive pay range of $26.10 - $39.15 per hour
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off and flexible spending accounts
• Retirement plans with employer matching
• Educational assistance program
• Career development opportunities

About Our Organization

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, employing 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations. We are committed to providing equitable, innovative healthcare and community benefits, with a strong focus on clinical excellence and patient-centered care.