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Union Health is an award-winning integrated health system and the Wabash Valley's largest employer. Union Health is an independent and not-for-profit health system. Union Health consists of Union Hospital, Union Hospital Clinton, and Union Medical Group. Union Health offers a full spectrum of healthcare career opportunities across the continuum of care. The organizations that make up Union Health have a long tradition of serving the health care needs of West Central Indiana and East Central Illinois residents, stretching back more than 125 years.

Our Chaplains Office provides emotional and spiritual support to patients, families, and staff of all faiths and backgrounds. We’re here to listen, comfort, and offer guidance during both moments of challenge and celebration. The Chaplains Office Supervisor is The Chaplains Office Supervisor is responsible for overseeing spiritual care services, ensuring compassionate support is provided to patients, families, and staff. They coordinate chaplain activities and maintain alignment with the organization’s mission and values. You would ensure You would ensure every patient, family member, and staff colleague receives compassionate spiritual care that honors their individual beliefs and emotional needs. Essential & valuable skills gained (in this unit or in this department):

• Enhanced emotional intelligence and active listening skills through daily interaction with patients, families, and staff in diverse situations.

• Strengthened leadership and crisis support abilities by coordinating spiritual care responses during critical events.

• Deepened understanding of interfaith practices, cultural sensitivity, and holistic approaches to patient well-being.

(Unit / Dept.) Successes and Designation

• Provides emotional and spiritual care for patients, families, and staff of all faiths and backgrounds.

• Contributes monthly articles to the Clinical Chronicle, Medical and Dental Staff Newsletter, and Soul Care e-Journal.

• Hosts educational workshops and information luncheons for area ministers, clinical staff, and the community.

(Unit / Dept.) Training & Onboarding Culture

+ New staff and volunteer chaplains receive orientation and in-service education tailored to spiritual care and patient interaction.

+ Ongoing training emphasizes compassion, emotional support, and respect for diverse religious and cultural needs.

+ Regular meetings provide guidance, shared learning, and discussion of procedures for patient visits and family support.

Essential Job Duties:

+ Coordinate the Hospital Chaplaincy and Patient Representative Programs, providing emotional and spiritual support to patients, families, and staff.

+ Plan and organize workshops and information luncheons for area ministers, clinical staff, and the community.

+ Recruit, train, and guide volunteer chaplains; facilitate ongoing meetings for discussion and support.

+ Participate in new employee orientation to educate staff on patient rights, chaplain services, and customer care.

+ Promote religious and cultural diversity through programs such as the Diversity Fair, Soul Care e-Journal, and other inclusive initiatives.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Sciences preferred, with at least one year of experience in chaplaincy or a related field. Previous training in grief, death and dying, or related seminars is highly desirable.

In addition to competitive pay, Union co-workers enjoy :

+ Part-time and Full-time schedules

+ Comprehensive Benefits

+ Paid Time Off starting day one.

+ Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 each year.

+ Career Paths

+ Success Sharing

+ 403b Retirement Employer Match.

+ Much More!

Be part of an organization that is dedicated to your work-life balance, career, growth, and development. Union Health, U Matter and U Belong.

How can we help? Call us at 812-238-7827 or email us at [email protected]

Please note that the salary information provided on the career site for this position opening may not necessarily reflect the accurate compensation associated with the role. We encourage candidates to inquire further and engage in direct communication with Union Health for comprehensive salary details.

As an EOE/AA employer, Union Hospital, Inc. will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.