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Henry Ford Health

Associate Chaplain

Detroit, MI

With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast ... Under the supervision of the Manager of Spiritual Care, the Associate Chaplain provides ...

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Ascension Chaplains are spiritual care professionals who provide emotional and spiritual support to patients, families, and staff within Ascension healthcare facilities. They respect all faith traditions and offer compassionate listening, prayer, counseling, and guidance during times of illness, crisis, or loss. Their role is to address the spiritual needs of individuals, regardless of religious background, and help foster healing and comfort as part of holistic healthcare.

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Ascension Chaplains work closely with doctors, nurses, and other hospital staff to provide holistic care that addresses patients’ spiritual and emotional needs alongside their physical health. They often participate in care team meetings, offer counseling to families during difficult times, and support staff experiencing workplace stress or grief. This collaborative approach ensures that all aspects of patient well-being are considered, and chaplains serve as a vital bridge between medical professionals and those seeking spiritual comfort.

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Associate Chaplain

Detroit, MI

Henry Ford Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Henry Ford Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 576 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

452nd of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.
Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.
Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Manager of Spiritual Care, the Associate Chaplain provides compassionate spiritual care to patients and families while serving as a vital member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. In this meaningful role, you'll support patients, families, and staff during their most vulnerable moments, making a profound difference in their healing journey. Associate Chaplains conduct patient visits during their designated shifts, bringing presence, comfort, and spiritual support to those in need.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assess and thoughtfully address the spiritual and emotional concerns of patients, families, and healthcare colleagues, providing compassionate support tailored to individual needs.
  • Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to ensure holistic, patient-centered care that honors each person's spiritual journey.
  • Respond with compassion and presence to codes and crisis situations in the Emergency Department and critical care units, providing spiritual support during critical moments.
  • Document spiritual care assessments and interventions thoroughly to ensure continuity of care and contribute to the patient's comprehensive medical record.
  • Honor and facilitate religious rituals and practices as requested by patients and families, respecting diverse faith traditions and beliefs.
  • Participate in weekend and on-call duties to ensure continuous spiritual care coverage for our patients and families.
Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • One unit of Clinical Pastoral Education

  • Bachelor's degree in theology, Pastoral Ministry or related field.

  • Two years of relevant ministry experience preferred

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES:

  • Further Clinical Pastoral Education preferred


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Henry Ford Health provides a full continuum of services from Primary and Preventative care, to Complex and Cpecialty care, Health Insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, Virtual care, Pharmacy, Eye care and other Healthcare retail. It is one of the Nation’s leading Academic Medical Centers, recognized for Clinical excellence in Cancer care, Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery, Neurology and Neurosurgery, Orthopedics and Sports medicine, and Multi organ transplants. Consistently ranked among the top five NIH funded institutions in Michigan, Henry Ford Health engages in more than 2,000 research projects annually. Equally committed to educating the next generation of Health Professionals, Henry Ford Health trains more than 4,000 Medical students, Residents and fellows every year across 50+ accredited programs. With more than 33,000 valued team members, Henry Ford Health is also among Michigan’s largest and most Diverse employers, including nearly 6,000 physicians and researchers from the Henry Ford Medical Group, Henry Ford Physician Network and Jackson Health Network.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Detroit, MI, US

Year founded

1915

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