Chaplain

• Location: Wichita, KS
• Facility: Via Christi Hospital, St. Joseph
• Department: Pastoral Care
• Schedule: Rotating l Part-time, 20 hours weekly

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

• Provide holistic spiritual care, emotional support and pastoral counseling to patients, families and healthcare associates.
• Perform religious sacraments, rituals, blessings and liturgies tailored to the needs of the hospital community.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary care teams to integrate spiritual wellness into patient care plans.
• Offer guidance, mentorship and education to Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) students and fellows.
• Build meaningful relationships across departments to foster an inclusive and supportive ministry environment.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Required Credential(s):
• Chaplain obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. For those not board certified at time of hire or job transfer, ecclesiastical endorsement is required. Board Certification from the APC, NACC, CASC, or the NAJC at time of hire or job transfer (or obtained within two years of hire or job transfer; risking termination if not obtained within timeframe) is required.

Education:

• Master's degree or enrolled in a Master's degree program in Theology, Spirituality, Social Work, Divinity, Philosophy, Servant Leadership, Pastoral Studies, Human Behavior, or a related field from an accredited school is required. 3 units of Clinical Pastoral Education accredited by the ACPE, CPEI, or CPSP is required only if not board-certified. 4 units of accredited CPE are preferred. OR 3-5 years of healthcare experience as a chaplain is preferred.

Additional Preferences:

• Heavy focus on Behavioral Health patient support and care integration.
• Anticipated Schedule: Tues-Wed 7:30am-4:00pm, Thurs flexible 4 hour shift. Rotating weekends and holidays with potential for on-call duties.

• 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: 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

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.

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