University Health Network·Toronto, Ontario
Provide compassionate, patient-centered spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and staff within clinical areas. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and lead corporate ceremonies and commemorative events.
Company Description UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital.
With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre.
As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care.
UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine.
UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.
UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality. www.uhn.ca
Job Description: Union: Non-Union
1 New or Replacement Position: Replacement Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Department: UHN Spiritual Care Reports to: Manager, Spiritual Care Wage range: $40.34 - $50.43 Hours: 18.75hrs per week Status: Permanent Part-Time
Closing Date: August 7, 2026
The Spiritual Care Practitioner is an integral member of the interdisciplinary health care team, providing compassionate, patient‑centered spiritual care across assigned clinical areas. The role focuses on supporting the spiritual, emotional, cultural, and faith‑based needs of patients, families, and staff, while respecting diverse beliefs and traditions.
Provide direct spiritual care to patients, families/friends and staff at UHN within assigned areas, ensuring their spirituality and/or faith traditions are respected Participate in professional development/educational activities/programs to ensure excellence in the provision of spiritual care services Perform other responsibilities to ensure continued successful spiritual and religious care endeavors Perform cross-functional and other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned and/or required
At minimum, completion of a Master's degree program in Theology or Spiritual Care Preference will be given to candidates who are Certified in Spiritual Care with the Canadian Association for Spiritual Care (CASC/ACSS) or those who have completed CPE units in preparation for CASC/ACSS certification Registered or in process of registering with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) Up to one (1) year of relevant experience Clinical experience required Membership with the Canadian Association for Spiritual Care (CASC/ACSS) is required Registration with the CRPO (College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario) is required Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards Exercise initiative and good judgment with ability to multi-task Effective organization, interpersonal and communication skills Knowledge of applicable, legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand Excellent counseling/clinical skills and compliance with confidentiality requirements Demonstrated competence in enabling effective team collaboration between colleagues, staff, volunteers and community resources Demonstrated competency in spiritual care to the sick and to persons of diverse religious, educational and cultural backgrounds Provide support to patients, families, and staff throughout the MAID process (Medical Aid in Dying) Provide leadership and collaboration for corporate-led ceremonies and commemorative events (e.g., Remembrance Day, staff and patient memorials) Knowledge of research procedures, methods, techniques, statistical principles, measurement theories and data collection instruments Ability to relate theology and behavioral sciences to spiritual care work Demonstrated excellence in attendance
Why join UHN? In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN. Competitive offer packages Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/) Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service A flexible work environment Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.) Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration. All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
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UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Requires a Master's degree in Theology or Spiritual Care and registration with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. Preference is given to candidates certified by the Canadian Association for Spiritual Care.
Market context
In Ontario, Spiritual Care Practitioner roles are typically tied to hospitals and other healthcare settings where patients and families need emotional and faith-based support. Competition is shaped by the required master’s degree, registration with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, and CASC/ACSS certification being preferred or required. Review the posting carefully and confirm your credentials align, since the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.