CPE Program Director, Chaplain Residents

*All positions are located in Fresno/Clovis CA*

We got our start 128 years ago as a boarding house and medical facility for people traveling in Central California. If people then could see us now... Today, Community Health System is the region’s largest healthcare provider and includes three divisions: Community Medical Centers hospitals, Community Care Health and Community Provider Network. These three pillars of healthcare – hospitals, health insurance and physicians – work best when they work together.  

Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community.  

We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care begins with taking care of our incredible teams. Want to learn more? Click here.   

We're seeking a compassionate and strategic leader to oversee our nationally accredited Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) program. As CPE Program Director and Manager of Chaplain Residents at Community, you'll shape the next generation of spiritual care leaders through program development, curriculum oversight, and direct clinical supervision of our CPE students. Your work will play a critical role in maintaining Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE) accreditation and guiding residents as they provide emotional and spiritual support to patients, families, and staff. 

In this role, you'll manage all aspects of our CPE program — from instructional leadership and compliance monitoring to promoting the program across faith communities and the broader public. As part of the Spiritual Services Leadership team, you'll help advance the department's mission and goals within the largest healthcare system between Los Angeles and San Francisco.  

Education & Experience 

• High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE) or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required 

• Master's Degree in Divinity, Religion, or Theology required 

• Ordination or commissioned to function by an appropriate religious authority required 

• 5 years of experience in ministry providing spiritual care, preferably in a healthcare or clinical setting, required 

Licenses and Certifications  

• ACPE - Certified Educator through the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education required 

• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.
• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.