Mission & Spiritual Care Director - Essentia Health : Job Details

Building Location: St Marys Hospital - Detroit Lakes Department: 48001 Administration Job Description: Responsible for planning, directing, and implementing Mission Integration and Spiritual Care activities throughout Essentia Health for its hospital and clinic-based services. Combines strategic thinking and guidance with a spirit of collaboration to ensure that the organization is faithful to its purpose, Catholic identity and core values. As a member of the leadership team this position provides direction and support for the integration of spiritual care, Mission, Catholic Identity, and ethical decision-making throughout organizational operations. Interacts with stakeholders at all levels to achieve goals including Benedictine Sponsors, governing board, physicians, senior leadership, front line staff, and Catholic and other church leadership within the communities. Works directly with patients of all ages in providing spiritual care services. Education Qualifications: B achelor's Degree required A graduate degree in counseling, theology, or related field is desired. Experience: 5 years of experience in a pastoral setting. Licensure/Certification Qualifications: Certification by NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains) or APC (Association of Professional Chaplains) is desired. Due to our affiliation with the Benedictine Sisters of the St. Scholastica Monastery, candidates are required to be Roman Catholic. FTE: 1 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: Shift End Time: Weekends: Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: Union Posting Deadline: Mission & Spiritual Care Director at Essentia Health summary: The Mission & Spiritual Care Director at St Marys Hospital oversees the planning and execution of Mission Integration and Spiritual Care activities across Essentia Health. This role requires collaboration with diverse stakeholders to uphold the organization's Catholic identity and values while providing spiritual care to patients. A leader within the organization, the director champions ethical decision-making and integrates spiritual components into healthcare services. Keywords: spiritual care, mission integration, healthcare leadership, Catholic identity, ethical decision-making, patient support, collaboration, chaplaincy, mission director, health services