Student and Career Openings

CPE TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

St. Vincent Hospital and Health Services, Indianapolis, IN is accepting applications for a Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Residency program: August 27, 2012 – August 23, 2013. Prerequisite: One Unit of ACPE CPE. § 40 hours/week; 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. M-F; § + overnight/weekend shifts; § 5 Stipend Positions; § Clinical Site: St.Vincent Hospital – Indianapolis. St. Vincent offers a variety of opportunities for pastoral care ministry, involving outpatient/ambulatory surgery, Level II trauma, cardiology, Women's Hospital, the Children's Hospital, oncology, adult and pediatric emergency services, general medicine, and intensive care. For more information about St. Vincent, see www.stvincent.org. Mail your application to: St. Vincent Hospital, Pastoral Care Department PO Box 40970 Indianapolis, IN 46240-0970 (317) 338-3554 (2026)

The Ohio State University Medical Center is now accepting applications for a three-CPE unit, full-time residency program (8/27/12 to 8/23/13). Four residents work with a team of staff chaplains in this large and diverse academic medical center of research, patient care, and education. Residents share oncall responsibilities, cover a designated clinical area for the year, and in each CPE unit choose a clinical rotation in specialty areas such as: ICU, Palliative Care, Cardiology, ED, Oncology. One previous accredited unit of CPE required; M.Div. preferred. Benefits: Stipend of $30,000, health insurance, paid time off, free parking, no tuition. On-site interview expected. For information, call Hanci Newberry, CPE Program Manager, at 614-293-4529, or hanci.newberry@osumc.edu or go to http://go.osu.edu/cpe. (1353)

Mercy St Vincent Medical Center (MSVMC), Toledo, Ohio, a 500+ bed major tertiary teaching and regional referral center for critical care, has an exciting opportunity for four full-time CPE residents to work with its dedicated Pastoral Care Staff. Mercy St. Vincent, a member of Mercy Health Partners, sponsored by the Grey Nuns and Sisters of Mercy, has long been a leader in Northwest Ohio at providing quality medical care/education and promoting community development with a bias towards the underserved. The 3-unit residency runs 8/27/12-8/23/13. The annual stipend is $29,000 plus benefits. Tuition is $325.00 per unit. Prerequisites: Minimum of one unit of CPE required; Master’s degree in theology/pastoral care preferred. Program Supervisor, Stephen O’Brien: D.Min. Application fee: $25.00. To apply or for more information, contact: Kim McClung, Academic Program Specialist, Clinical Pastoral Education/Pastoral Care Department, Mercy St Vincent Medical Center, 2213 Cherry St, Toledo, OH 43608 or email: Kim_McClung@mhsnr.org. Ph: 419-251-4650. MSVMC’s CPE Program, accredited by ACPE, is on the web at www.mercyweb.org.

Christ Hospital, Cincinnati, Ohio - Christ Hospital is seeking a Clinical Pastoral Education Coordinator. The Christ Hospital offers a wide range of medical, surgical and testing services at its main campus just north of Downtown Cincinnati and at more than 90 outpatient and physician practice locations throughout Greater Cincinnati. Its mission is to provide the finest patient experience and improve the health of our community. If you have been looking for a position that will allow you to unleash your unbridled passion and lead others. We invite you to come join us at The Christ Hospital as the Clinical Pastoral Education Coordinator. This position requires ability to effectively establish, organize and supervise a CPE program according to the standards of accreditation as required by the (ACPE). Additionally, requires ability to provide a stimulating and effective educational environment for a wide range of chaplain students from Introductory CPE through supervisory students in a complex academic medical center environment. Most importantly, requires high level of interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with students, patients, families, employees and medical staff, often during periods of stress. 3 years in clinical situation required, 3 years pastoral experience preferred. Requires level of knowledge of objectives and techniques of pastoral care generally acquired through at least four units of CPE, plus additional CPE training required to qualify as a full ACPE supervisor. Bachelor's degree, Masters of Divinity or equivalent theological degree required. Ordained minister and endorsement in recognized congregational body, Certified as a clinical pastoral educator by the Association of Clinical Pastoral Education, Certified as Board Certified Chaplain with the Association of Professional Chaplains or an equivalent national professional chaplains' organization. The Christ Hospital is an EOE, drug-free and smoke-free environment. Dynamic, forward-thinking candidates are invited to apply at www.thechristhospital.com.(1278)

Indiana University Health Clinical Pastoral Education – Summer Units for 2012

IU Health Methodist, University, and Riley Hospitals, 05/28/12 – 08/10/12
IU Bloomington Hospital, 6/04/12-8/17/12

Indiana University Health is the state’s largest tertiary/quaternary and academic health care system. You can choose from among several CPE sites for your training including, IU Health’s Methodist, University/Riley, or Bloomington hospitals. These full-time (40+ hours per week) units of CPE will help facilitate a deepening of your capacity to help others experience, as fully as possible, the reality of God’s presence and love in their lives. You will have the opportunity to learn to provide spiritual care to a variety of patients, family members and staff through on-call experiences and floor assignments. The learning group will meet each week for devotions, verbatim seminars, didactic seminars, and inter-personal group. You will receive credit for one unit of CPE upon completion of this learning experience and you may qualify for academic credit. We offer a variety of pastoral settings including adult and pediatric Level I trauma centers, critical care, oncology, solid organ transplantation, and a full range of in-patient and out-patient services. Standard ACPE CPE application required; electronic submission of application is preferred. For more information or to apply, please contact Frank Impicciche at fimpicci@iuhealth.org or at 317 944-7415. (2021)

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

St.Vincent Health in Indianapolis is seeking a Manager, Clinical Pastoral Education - Job # 39396. In this role you will supervise CPE students, supervisors and office personnel. This person is responsible for recruiting, interviewing and selecting students for designated CPE programs while developing and maintaining the CPE program. Requirements: Master of divinity degree from an accredited theological school, 3 years’ hospital experience as a chaplain, 3 years’ as an ACPE supervisor, Certification as an ACPE and/or NACC supervisor and appropriate ecclesiastical endorsement, Required knowledge of Psychology, Theology and Education, Expertise required for individual and group supervision skills and APCE standards and Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with local pastors, denominational and seminary representatives in a collegial and pastoral manner. We offer an attractive salary and benefits package. Please apply at jobs.stvincent.org and search for Job # 39396. St.Vincent Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. (2027)

St.Vincent Health in Indianapolis is seeking a Pastoral Educator - Job #42312. In this position you will conduct training need assessment and design, deliver, and evaluate training interventions. This role researches and selects the most appropriate resources, instructional strategies, and media to achieve the clients learning objectives. You will also provide instruction on training techniques and strategies to less experienced trainers. Qualifications: Master of Divinity (or equivalency as determined by ACPE) from accredited theological seminary, Ecclesiastical endorsement from one's religious body, Enrollment or completion of Supervisory CPE, Ordination or commissioning from religious body, Certification as ACPE Supervisory candidate with passed theory papers, 1 1/2 to 2 years ACPE supervisory experience, Strong critical thinking, organizational, analytical, problem solving, communication and customer service skills, Must be able to handle multiple tasks, work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actions as needed, Associate or fully certified Supervisor preferred. St. Vincent has been serving the health care needs of Indiana residents for more than 130 years. Our health ministry consists of 20 facilities, with a direct presence in 47 Indiana counties. The mission of St.Vincent Health is to provide high-quality, holistic healthcare that ministers to patients and their families in body, mind and spirit with special attention to the poor and vunerable. We value our extraoprdinary associates as they exhibit the "Spirit of Caring". We offer an attractive salary and benefits package. Please apply at jobs.stvincennt.org and search for Job #42312. (2026)

Lutheran Hospital of Indiana – Fort Wayne, Indiana – CPE Program Manager position open. Lutheran Hospital has a great opportunity for an ACPE-Certified Supervisor, either Associate or Full. The CPE Program Manager will serve as the primary supervisor for this busy, established CPE program, which is now in its 26^th year and which offers extended, full-time and residency units. S/he will work as part of an active department of five, including one other ACPE certified supervisor, in this excellent medical center of 396 beds that includes a pediatric hospital, heart/kidney transplantation, orthopedics and many other specialties. If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your application at www.lutheranhospital.com. From the home page, choose the “careers” tab to enter the Job Posting / Application System. (1140)

Indiana University Health, Indianapolis, IN - Out of our mission, values, and spirit of innovation and excellence in care, education, research, and service, Indiana University Health is seeking an ACPE Supervisor or Associate Supervisor for our downtown or Academic Health Center campus which is a combination of three hospitals: IU Health’s Methodist Hospital, University Hospital, and Riley Hospital for Children. Located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, our location affords unique and varied settings for CPE experiences including adult and pediatric Level I trauma centers, multicultural patient population and work environment, academic health care system, and the nation’s highest intensity pediatric hospital. As private, nonprofit organization, IU Health owns or is affiliated more than 20 hospitals and health centers throughout Indiana and is closely tied to the Indiana University School of Medicine. This position will provide CPE education and supervision to students at all levels of learning including Level I, Level II, and Supervisory CPE at our downtown facilities and potentially on the campus of one of the affiliate hospitals. Qualified applicants will have a strong theoretical framework for supervision, demonstrated ability to use ongoing consultation for personal and professional development, and interest/experience in trauma, oncology, and pediatric pastoral care. As a result of our resources, we are able to offer candidates a competitive salary and benefits package including full medical/dental/vision, domestic partner coverage, free parking, and 28 paid-time-off days, which include holidays and sick days. Interested applicants please contact Frank S. Impicciche, Manager, Spiritual Care and Chaplaincy Services, Indiana University Health, (317) 948-3887 or email: fimpicci@iuhealth.org or log on to www.iuhealth.org to learn more. (0103)

Covenant HealthCare, Saginaw, MI - Does it feel like you’ve been neglecting your pastoral care roots? Want an opportunity to serve a trauma hospital and its regional community as both an educator and chaplain? Then consider joining Covenant HealthCare’s Department of Pastoral Care in Saginaw, MI as an ACPE Supervisor or Associate Supervisor—where all 3 staff chaplains are former educators and the director has a Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction. Participate in our integrated approach to pastoral care and education, in which all members of the department are seen as teachers, students, and caregivers. Check us out at www.covenantpastoralcare.com and then contact Kathy Bonn at 989.573.6037 or KBonn@chs-mi.com if you’d like to consider joining our team! (0274)

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services in Grand Rapids, MI has an opening for a per diem Chaplain. This per diem Chaplain will offer pastoral care to adults, children, and older adults currently inpatient at the hospital. This ministry could include any of the following duties: one-to-one visits, teaching Wellness and/or Spiritual groups with computer charting on these groups, leading Sunday worship, attending unit team meetings. He or she will fill in as needed during Staff Chaplain vacations or conferences. The qualifications for this position include successful completion of at least 2 units of CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education). Bachelor's Degree required, a Master's of Divinity or a Master's Degree in Theological Studies strongly preferred. For further information about this position, please contact Frederic Koning, M.Div, Th.M at 616.281.6399 or by e-mail: frederic.koning@pinerest.org To apply for this position, please go to: http://www.pinerest.org/jobs/employment/application.asp (0133)