Clinical Pastoral Education Resident

Your future role at a glance

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Facility: St. Vincent Indianapolis

Department/Specialty: Pastoral Spiritual Care

Schedule: Day Shift | Full Time

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 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.

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

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Provide compassionate spiritual support to patients, families, and staff, ensuring emotional needs are met during challenging clinical journeys.

• Facilitate meaningful worship and outreach services to foster a sense of community and peace for diverse faith groups within the facility.

• Lead crisis and bereavement interventions to offer immediate comfort and stability to those navigating loss or traumatic events.

• Engage in the Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) curriculum to continuously refine your ministerial identity and improve the quality of care provided to the community.

• Document patient care journeys to ensure spiritual interventions are integrated into the high-quality, holistic records of the healthcare team.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required.

• Master's degree in a 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.

Work Experience:

• 3 years of experience preferred.

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