Provides strategic and operational leadership in the planning, development, direction, and evaluation of programs and methodologies that integrate spiritual care and spirituality into clinical caregiving and the broader work environment. Partners with the Senior Vice President, Mission to advance the integration of Mercy's mission and values throughout organizational structures and daily operations across the health system. Ensures all responsibilities are carried out in alignment with Mercy's mission and values. Provides strategic direction, leadership, and accountability for Spiritual Care services, while advancing key mission priorities as assigned by Senior Vice President, Mission, including leadership formation and other mission-driven initiatives. Collaborates closely with, and holds accountable, Spiritual Care leaders across the ministry to ensure alignment, effectiveness, and excellence in service delivery. Provides strategic and operational oversight of Mercy's Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) program.
Reports directly to Senior Vice President, Mission.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Graduate level degree in theology, divinity, or ministry with an emphasis in spirituality and/or organizational development (Catholic theology preferred)
Preferred Certification: Board Certified chaplain preferred
Experience: Three-to-five years of healthcare spiritual care leadership (hospital-based, direct leadership of chaplains preferred); Demonstrated knowledge with ability to communicate and apply the knowledge in the following areas: Catholic theology, ecclesiology, ministry, liturgy, pertinent aspects of Canon Law, personal and organizational spirituality; Understanding of clinical and organizational ethics, and Catholic Social Teaching;
Must be willing to travel
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
At Mercy, care is more than a job - it’s a calling.
Every day, our caregivers bring compassion, skill and purpose to the communities we serve across Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma. Whether you're building your career at the bedside, in a clinic or supporting care behind the scenes, you’ll find meaningful ways to make an impact - while growing in a way that’s uniquely yours.
As a physician-led, integrated health system with more than 50 hospitals and nearly 1,000 care sites, Mercy combines advanced technology, collaboration and a shared commitment to better care.
Rooted in a faith-based mission and inspired by the legacy of the Sisters of Mercy, our work is guided by a deep sense of purpose - to care for the whole person and serve our communities with compassion and dignity.
Here, you’ll find an environment where you’re supported to grow, connected to a team that cares and empowered to do your best work.
Because at Mercy, there are many paths - but one calling.
