We empower our 97,000+ 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 ...
We empower our 97,000+ 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 ...
Carmel, IN WyldLife Director
Carmel, IN · On-site
$25K/yr
... School YL Staff Associate I Summary: Through both formal training and direct field ministry ... pastors, parents, potential committee members as assigned by the area director. * Learn to plan and ...
Carmel, IN WyldLife Director
Carmel, IN · On-site
$25K/yr
... School YL Staff Associate I Summary: Through both formal training and direct field ministry ... pastors, parents, potential committee members as assigned by the area director. * Learn to plan and ...
... School YL Staff Associate I Summary: Through both formal training and direct field ministry ... pastors, parents, potential committee members as assigned by the area director. * Learn to plan and ...
... School YL Staff Associate I Summary: Through both formal training and direct field ministry ... pastors, parents, potential committee members as assigned by the area director. * Learn to plan and ...
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While both roles serve within church leadership, an Associate Pastor typically has broader responsibilities across various ministries, including pastoral care, administration, and supporting the senior pastor. A Youth Pastor primarily focuses on youth ministry, engaging teenagers and young adults. Both roles often require similar credentials such as theological degrees and involve working in a church environment. However, the Associate Pastor role usually encompasses a wider range of duties, making it more comprehensive in church leadership.
What Is an Associate Pastor?
An associate pastor works with a senior pastor at their church to serve their congregation. As an associate pastor, you assist with worship services and lead other religious activities for various ministry groups. Other job duties include collaborating with the senior pastor on service liturgy, giving sermons, leading prayer sessions, and reaching out to the community. The qualifications you need to pursue a career as an associate minister include a bachelor’s or master’s degree in religious studies or a seminary degree, along with ordination in your faith denomination. Because you work with people on a daily basis, you need excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills.
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Full-time
Medical, PTO
Posted 10 days ago
Ascension Healthcare rating
7.0
Based on 1,002 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
404th of 870 rated healthcare providers
Job description
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Facility: St. Vincent Indianapolis
Department/Specialty: Pastoral Spiritual Care
Schedule: Day Shift | Full Time
How you'll make an impact in this roleProvide compassionate spiritual support to patients, families, and staff, ensuring emotional needs are met during challenging clinical journeys.
Facilitate meaningful worship and outreach services to foster a sense of community and peace for diverse faith groups within the facility.
Lead crisis and bereavement interventions to offer immediate comfort and stability to those navigating loss or traumatic events.
Engage in the Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) curriculum to continuously refine your ministerial identity and improve the quality of care provided to the community.
Document patient care journeys to ensure spiritual interventions are integrated into the high-quality, holistic records of the healthcare team.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Master's degree in a Theology, Spirituality or related field preferred.
- 1 unit of Clinical Pastoral Education accredited by ACPE is preferred.
- Ordination or equivalency in faith group is preferred.
Work Experience:
- 3 years of experience preferred.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ 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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BenefitsPaid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
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Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 150,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.
Industry
Health care and social assistance and outpatient health care
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10,000+ Employees
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St. Louis, MO, US