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Part Time Online Chaplain Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Chaplain

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$54K/yr

Day Shift | Part Time #LI-JM2 Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a ... Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online ...

Chaplain

Fishers, IN · On-site

$54K/yr

Day Shift | Part Time Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading ... Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online ...

Part Time Online Chaplain information

What is a part time online chaplain?

A Part Time Online Chaplain is a trained spiritual advisor who provides religious, emotional, and spiritual support to individuals or groups through digital platforms rather than in person. They typically work remotely, offering services like counseling, prayer, and guidance via video calls, chat, email, or phone. This role is often part-time, allowing chaplains to serve specific communities or organizations while maintaining flexibility in their schedules. Online chaplains may serve people of various faiths or specialize in a particular religious tradition.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time online chaplain?

To thrive as a Part Time Online Chaplain, you generally need a background in theology or divinity, ordination or endorsement from a recognized religious body, and experience in spiritual care. Familiarity with video conferencing platforms, secure messaging systems, and digital resources for counseling is typically required. Exceptional listening skills, empathy, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to communicate effectively online help set outstanding chaplains apart. These skills and qualities ensure that spiritual support and guidance are delivered compassionately and effectively in a virtual environment.

What are some common challenges faced by part time online chaplains, and how can they effectively address them?

Part-time online chaplains often encounter challenges such as building trust and rapport remotely, managing flexible but sometimes unpredictable schedules, and providing support to individuals from diverse backgrounds. To address these, chaplains can utilize secure video or chat platforms to foster personal connections, set clear availability boundaries, and pursue ongoing training in cultural competency and digital communication. Collaboration with other support staff and regular check-ins with supervisors also help ensure effective care and professional growth.

Chaplain

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Ascension
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

$54K/yr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Provide pastoral care to the local ministry and community through performing sacraments, rituals, blessings and liturgies.

  • Participate and collaborate with others in the delivery of holistic patient care.

  • Build and maintain relationships with patients, families and associates through regular visitations and communication in order to create spiritual and religious connections.


Ascension Healthcare rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 1,048 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Your future role at a glance 

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Facility: St Vincent PACE

Department: Spiritual Care

Schedule: Day Shift | Part Time

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Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

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.


Benefits that help you thrive
  • Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
  • Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
  • Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
  • Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
  • Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
  • Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more


How you’ll make an impact in this role
  • Provide pastoral care to the local ministry and community through performing sacraments, rituals, blessings and liturgies.
  • Participate and collaborate with others in the delivery of holistic patient care.
  • Build and maintain relationships with patients, families and associates through regular visitations and communication in order to create spiritual and religious connections.
  • Mentor Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) students and fellows.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • Board Certification from the APC, NACC, CASC, or the NAJC at time of hire or job transfer (or obtained within two years of hire or job transfer; risking termination if not obtained within timeframe) is required.
  • For those not board certified at time of hire or job transfer, ecclesiastical endorsement is required.

Education:

  • Master's Degree in Divinity, Theology, or a related field from an accredited school is required.
  • 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education accredited by the ACPE is required.

Work Experience:

  • 3-5 years of healthcare experience as a chaplain is preferred.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Fraud prevention notice

Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.

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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

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

St. Louis, MO, US