Chaplain II - Mercy Rehab Hospital - Chesterfield Job Listing at Mercy in St. Louis, MO (Job ID JR2571852)

Description

Find your calling at Mercy! This position will be located at Mercy Rehab Hospital in Chesterfield, MO.

Responding to the healing mission of Jesus and the tradition of Catherine McAuley to serve the poor and sick person, we participate in meeting the health needs of the community. Pastoral Services assists the patient, family, and personnel in meeting their spiritual, social, and emotional needs during a time of illness, injury or stress and will minister to all persons, regardless of their belief system. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards. Position Details: Chaplain II Position Summary

The Chaplain II provides spiritual, emotional, and pastoral care to patients, families, and co-workers across a variety of healthcare settings. As a valued member of the interdisciplinary care team, this role offers compassionate support during times of illness, crisis, trauma, grief, and end-of-life care while respecting the diverse spiritual, cultural, and religious beliefs of those served.

The ideal candidate is a compassionate, collaborative professional who can provide meaningful spiritual care, navigate complex situations with sensitivity, and foster healing and hope for patients, families, and staff.

• Assess spiritual and emotional needs and provide pastoral care to patients, families, and staff.
• Support individuals experiencing trauma, crisis, grief, end-of-life concerns, and other complex healthcare challenges.
• Respond to urgent spiritual care needs while effectively managing multiple priorities.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other interdisciplinary team members to support holistic patient care.
• Assist visiting clergy and facilitate connections with faith communities as requested.
• Plan and participate in religious observances, memorial services, and spiritual events that support patients, families, and staff.
• Develop and provide specialized pastoral services within assigned areas of responsibility.
• Offer education related to spirituality, coping, resilience, and the connection between spiritual well-being and health outcomes.
• Provide support and debriefing for staff following difficult patient situations or major events.
• Maintain accurate documentation of pastoral services and patient interactions in accordance with organizational standards.
• Participate in department initiatives, quality improvement activities, and continuing education opportunities.
• Promote an environment of religious freedom, inclusivity, and respect for diverse beliefs and backgrounds.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education

• Master's degree or master's-level coursework in Theology, Ministry, Counseling, Divinity, or a related field.
• Four units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).

Required Experience

• Minimum of one year of healthcare chaplaincy experience, including CPE experience.

Required Certification

• Eligible for certification or actively pursuing Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) certification through an approved certifying organization.

• Four units of CPE recognized by the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC) or National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC).
• Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) certification through APC or NACC.
• Three or more years of chaplaincy experience.
• Experience in a specialty practice area.
• Experience providing education or presentations to physicians, clinicians, and healthcare teams.
• Additional language skills relevant to the populations served.

• Demonstrated compassion, empathy, and respect for the dignity of every individual.
• Strong communication, active listening, and interpersonal relationship skills.
• Ability to provide spiritual care across diverse faith traditions, belief systems, and cultural backgrounds.
• Knowledge of pastoral theology, spirituality, medical ethics, grief support, crisis intervention, and end-of-life care.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Skilled in managing emotionally challenging situations with professionalism, sensitivity, and resilience.
• Ability to advocate for patients, families, and co-workers when appropriate.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems, communication technologies, and standard computer applications.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Commitment to ongoing spiritual, professional, and personal growth.

As a Chaplain II, you'll have the opportunity to provide comfort, hope, and healing during some of life's most significant moments. You'll serve alongside a compassionate healthcare team dedicated to whole-person care, helping patients, families, and colleagues find strength, meaning, and support throughout their healthcare journey.

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.