Spiritual Care Director

Location: Ascension Florida (covering East and West markets statewide)

Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola

Department: Spiritual Care

Schedule: Days | Full-time

Eligible for an annual bonus incentive

Build a cohesive spiritual care framework to ensure every patient, family, and staff member receives inclusive support honoring diverse backgrounds and traditions.

Lead and cultivate a high-performing team of chaplains and volunteers across multiple sites, fostering a supportive culture through mentorship, continuing education and professional development.

Champion interdisciplinary care by partnering with clinical teams to integrate emotional and spiritual support into bedside care, ethics consultations and patient healing journeys.

Advocate for ethical and holistic healing by aligning care delivery with professional standards, advising clinical leadership and finding innovative ways to build staff resilience and patient well-being.

Licensure / Certification / Registration

Required Credential(s): None Required.

Preferred Credential(s): Chaplain specializing in Cert of Endorsement . Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed

Chaplain. Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed

Education

Master's degree required. Master's degree in Theology, Spirituality, Social Work, Divinity, Philosophy, Servant Leadership, Human Behavior, Pastoral Studies, or a related field preferred. Chaplain is preferred.

Work Experience

3 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required with 2 of those years being in leadership/management. 5 years of experience preferred.

Additional Preferences

Strong understanding of the Catholic faith, liturgical season and sacramental care.

Demonstrated multi-site leadership experience directing spiritual care programs, team development and clinical integrations across complex healthcare systems.

Proven track record leading strategic growth within high-velocity, competitive healthcare markets, combining strong relationship-building abilities with fast-paced execution.

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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