Chaplain Educator

Job Description

Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do . Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our Chaplaincy Education team in the role of Chaplain Educator.

The Chaplain Educator plays a key role in advancing IU Health's Spiritual Care Education programs by providing clinical pastoral education and mentorship to students, interns, and residents across the health system. This individual will collaborate with a highly respected faculty team to support innovative learning experiences, contribute to evolving accreditation initiatives, and help shape the next generation of spiritual care professionals. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is passionate about education, values learner development, and thrives in a forward-thinking environment committed to excellence in patient-centered spiritual care.


Minimum Candidate Qualifications

• Master's of Divinity or equivalent from an accredited institution as certified by the Association of Clinical Pastoral Education is required.
• Requires 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• Requires ACPE Certified Educator status.
• Must meet qualifications for Board Certification (APC, NACC, or NAJC).
• National Faculty Preferred

Core Competencies

• Faculty educator for Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) programming for CPE interns, residents, and fellows.
• Delivers expert spiritual care for patients, their supporting community, and team members, and educates interns, residents, and fellows.
• Works collaboratively with CPE faculty in the planning and administration of Association of Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE) accredited educational programs.
• Provides spiritual care education for system-sponsored programming for community and internal publics as directed.
• Conducts Level I and Level II CPE programs as well as programming for Certified Educator Candidates under the standards for the ACPE.

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana's largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states.

IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system's programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana.


Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

About Us

• Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we're home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
• IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
• A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine - one of the nation's largest medical schools - gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training - advancing healthcare for all.
• With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
• At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
• Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states.

About the Team

Indiana University Health is Indiana's most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We're looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.