Acpe Chaplain Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

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• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/matching
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start)
• Life Insurance
• Extended Leave Plan (ELP)
• Family Care (childcare, elder care, pet care)
• Educational Benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt

ALL benefits start on day one!

Position Summary

The Chaplain Resident is a full-time participant in an accredited Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) program, providing spiritual care to patients, families, and team members while engaging in structured clinical training, theological reflection, and professional formation. Under the supervision of an ACPE Certified Educator, the Resident integrates theory and practice through direct patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and reflective learning in a hospital setting. This role supports the organization's mission to extend the healing ministry of Christ through holistic, patient-centered care.

Education/Training

Required

Meets eligibility requirements for admission to an ACPE-accredited Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) programCompletion of ACPE application process and interviewAbility to function effectively in a clinical, high-stress healthcare environment

PreferredCompletion of at least one unit of ACPE CPEBachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited institution with theological courseworkMaster of Divinity (M.Div.) or equivalent theological degreeDemonstrated commitment to pastoral ministry and spiritual care

Licensure/Certification

PreferredOrdination, commissioning, or endorsement by a recognized faith group

Experience0 - 2 years' experience.

Essential Function

Participates in a structured Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) residency program designed to develop competence in clinical spiritual care, pastoral identity formation, and professional chaplaincyProvides compassionate spiritual care to patients, families, and team members across assigned clinical areasConducts spiritual assessments and develops appropriate care plans reflecting spiritual, emotional, cultural, and religious needsDocuments spiritual care encounters in the electronic medical record in a timely and professional mannerResponds to routine referrals, crisis situations, trauma alerts, and end-of-life care needsParticipates in on-call rotation, including nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency responseCollaborates with interdisciplinary team members, including physicians, nurses, and allied professionalsParticipates in patient rounds, care conferences, and ethics discussions as appropriateConsults with staff on spiritual, ethical, and emotional concernsProvides emergency and after-hours spiritual care supportAssists with chapel services, devotions, memorials, and hospital-wide events as assignedDemonstrates respect for diverse spiritual, cultural, and religious perspectives while aligning care with the hospital's faith-based mission Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies and procedures.Performs all other duties as assigned.

Other Related FunctionsFormation

Participates fully in ACPE-accredited CPE curriculum and educational activitiesCompletes verbatims, case studies, and clinical reflectionsIntegrates theology, behavioral sciences, and clinical practice in care deliveryDevelops a personal philosophy of ministry and pastoral identityCompletes a specialty project or research paper during the residency year

Supervision & Evaluation

Participates in weekly individual and group supervision with an ACPE Certified EducatorReceives and incorporates feedback to improve pastoral effectiveness and self-awarenessCompletes self-evaluations and unit evaluations in alignment with ACPE standardsDemonstrates growth in interpersonal, intrapersonal, and pastoral competenciesProfessional & Ethical PracticeMaintains confidentiality and professional boundariesAdheres to ACPE Standards and Code of Professional EthicsDemonstrates cultural humility and respect for diversityEngages in appropriate self-care practices