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Trinity Health Clinical Pastoral Education - Program Manager in Ann Arbor, Michigan
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POSITION PORPOSE
The Manager of Clinical Pastoral Education Program develops, organizes, leads and administers the CPE Program(s) within assigned Center and across the Trinity Health designated area (e.g. Regional Health Ministry or Administrative Service Area), meeting or exceeding the accreditation and regulating standards of the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE).
The position develops curriculum for Level I, Level II and Supervisory CPE. Organizes the admission and onboarding process for new CPE students. Markets the CPE Programs and organizes, manages, and administers all educational/clinical events and opportunities relevant to the CPE Program. Evaluates, develops and managed the CPE Programs to maintain accreditation standards and regulations and address changes needed to remain in compliance.
The position involves developing educational presentations about Spiritual Care, chaplaincy skills and related topics. Oversees the CPE Educator(s) and collaborates with the Director of Spiritual Care, spiritual care and chaplain colleagues, and other health system colleagues in the organizing of the CPE programs and supervision of CPE students. Provides direct Spiritual Care services, as appropriate.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The position develops curriculum for Level I, Level II and Supervisory CPE. Organizes the admission and onboarding process for new CPE students. Markets the CPE Programs and organizes, manages, and administers all educational/clinical events and opportunities relevant to the CPE Program. Evaluates, develops and managed the CPE Programs to maintain accreditation standards and regulations and address changes needed to remain in compliance.
The position involves developing educational presentations about Spiritual Care, chaplaincy skills and related topics. Oversees the CPE Educator(s) and collaborates with the Director of Spiritual Care, spiritual care and chaplain colleagues, and other health system colleagues in the organizing of the CPE programs and supervision of CPE students. Provides direct Spiritual Care services, as appropriate.
Ensures the development, review and updating of program policies for the ACPE Center, including the maintenance of student handbooks to ensure compliance with ACPE accreditation standards; and the preparation required for periodic ACPE accreditation reviews.
Develops, maintains, administers, and improves programs of CPE according to ACPE accreditation standards.
Educates and clinically supervises CPE students in a manner congruent with Trinity Health's Mission, Vision, and Values and according to ACPE standards through activities such as these:
Creating and utilizing a well-developed curriculum for the ACPE Center's CPE programs.
Providing student orientation and training in cooperation with Managers of Spiritual Care related to the ACPE Center.
Providing excellent and innovative educational opportunities in context of the clinical supervision of CPE students.
MINIUMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of the administration and management of an ACPE Center, including policy and curriculum development, business planning and implementation, and curriculum development, as normally obtained, in part, through an undergraduate and graduate degrees from a college, university, or theological school accredited by the Council for Higher Education (CHE) or the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) such as a degree in theology (e.g. M.Div.) or a related field (e.g. pastoral ministry, pastoral counseling, mission leadership).
Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of theory and practice pertaining to the clinical supervision (education) of CPE students, as required by obtaining certification as a CPE Educator or Associate Educator with the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, Inc. (ACPE); ordination or ministry licensure or endorsement by denomination or faith group.
Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively more responsible CPE/Spiritual Care experience within an acute care and/or related healthcare ministry. Three (3) to five (5) years of faith group ministry and/or similar professional leadership preferred. An equivalent combination of experience may be considered.
Additional certification as a chaplain by a nationally recognized professional certifying agency is preferred, namely the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC), the National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC), Neshama (the National Association of Jewish Chaplains/NAJC), or the Canadian Association for Spiritual Care (CASC).
Ecclesiastical endorsement as required for ACPE Educator certification.
POSITION BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS
Competitive compensation.
Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability.
Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
Retirement savings plan with employer match.
Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
Tuition Reimbursement
Ann Arbor offers a vibrant blend of characteristics, serving as a lively college town, a culinary destination, and a technological center. Nestled in the southeastern region of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor sits as the focal point of the diverse array of communities within Washtenaw County. Surrounded by flourishing neighborhoods, it has evolved into a cultural hub with access to Theaters, Galleries, Museums, Cultural Events, Concerts and Dining.
ABOUT TRINITY HEALTH ANN ARBOR
Trinity Health Ann Arbor, a prestigious 537-bed teaching hospital, is situated on an expansive 340-acre campus and has proudly served as a top health care provider for over a century.
Honored as a Top 100 Hospital by Fortune/IBM Watson, our institution is part of the renowned Trinity Health Michigan network.
Our numerous local and national awards acknowledge our unwavering commitment to leadership, quality outcomes, and clinical excellence.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran
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