Spiritual Care Specialist

Provide compassionate religious and spiritual care to patients, families, and staff, addressing emotional and spiritual distress while honoring diverse beliefs and cultural backgrounds. Deliver pastoral ministry through sacraments, rituals, blessings, and liturgical services within the hospital and broader community. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support holistic patient care and maintain meaningful connections through regular visitation and communication. Mentor and supervise Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) students and fellows, supporting their professional and spiritual development. Your future role at a glance Location: Elk Grove Village, IL Facility: Ascension Alexian Brothers Department: Mission-Integration Schedule: Day shift l Full-time How you’ll make an impact in this role Provide compassionate religious and spiritual care to patients, families, and staff, addressing emotional and spiritual distress while honoring diverse beliefs and cultural backgrounds. Deliver pastoral ministry through sacraments, rituals, blessings, and liturgical services within the hospital and broader community. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support holistic patient care and maintain meaningful connections through regular visitation and communication. Mentor and supervise Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) students and fellows, supporting their professional and spiritual development. What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need Licensure / Certification / Registration: Required Credential(s): Chaplain obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Board Certification from the APC, NACC, CASC, or the NAJC at time of hire or job transfer. Education Master's degree in Theology, Spirituality, Social Work, Divinity, Philosophy, Servant Leadership, Pastoral Studies or a related field from an accredited school is required. 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education accredited by the ACPE, CPEI, or CPSP is required. Benefits that help you thrive 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 Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ 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. Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr