? Urgent! Chaplain Resident

Company: University Health
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: November 3, 2025

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES The Chaplain Resident's overarching purpose is to complete three (3) units of Clinical Pastoral Education while providing and developing competency in addressing the spiritual, emotional and relational health needs of patients, their loved ones, and the hospital staff. Care is provided consistently regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or religious preference. Exhibits empathy, interpersonal skills and analytical ability to assess spiritual needs and to provide assistance in complex moral, spiritual and ethical matters. EDUCATION Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree in Divinity or related field preferred. Completion of one unit of Association of Clinical Pastoral Education CPE or equivalent. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Care background with a basic working knowledge of theology, cosmology, spirituality, interpretation of sacred writings, human behavior and spiritual care skills to allow engagement in spiritual care encounters from which to develop increased skill and competence as a spiritual care provider. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to be detail oriented and to multitask/prioritize work. CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE Ordination or authorization for spiritual care in the candidate's faith/orienting system. Written endorsement or a letter from their faith/orienting system demonstrating good standing.

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