Director of Pastoral Care

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
May 02, 2025
Director of Pastoral Care Director of Pastoral Care Hiring Department: Continuum of Care Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1031065 Posting Close Date: May 16, 2025 Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $99,094 - 137,012. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the full range for a position. About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Position Summary The Director of Pastoral Care is responsible for the overall planning, development, coordination, implementation and management of the Pastoral Care Department and the clinical Pastoral Education Program. The Director participates in cross-functional teams with other disciplines focusing on improving processes and delivering excellent care. He/she is responsible for Budget planning and management, development of policies, procedures and practices pertaining to the provision of emotional and spiritual support for patients, families and staff of the University hospital. Duties & Responsibilities Oversee, evaluate, educate, mentor, and facilitate the work of the pastoral care team Provide direct pastoral care, consultation, sacraments and support to patients, families, students, and staff. Determine, formulate and implement departmental strategic plans. Outline and review strategic goals and policies/procedures of the pastoral care department. Develop and administer the department's plan for continuous quality improvement based on ethical and religious directives and guidelines in a healthcare environment. Develop, implement and manage departmental budget. Procure and is accountable for supplies and machinery for the Pastoral Care office, and systems for message delivery, patient census material, religious reading materials and necessary reference materials. Document annual Evaluation of chaplains to ensure that qualified staff exists to meet departmental and organizational needs. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects assigned by leadership. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in theology, Divinity, or Pastoral counseling required. Board certification by an appropriate Clinical pastoral agency required. Three to five (3-5) years of experience providing pastoral care in a hospital environment required. Ecclesiastical endorsement by a recognized faith tradition required. Three (3) years of experience in management/leadership The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/14439?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-e730ad3552700146a2965665ab6ff8a1