Career Paths in Catholic Health Care

Jill Fisk, MATM, Director of Mission Services at the Catholic Health Association, shares insights into the work of chaplains and spiritual care providers, emphasizing their clinical training and their role in supporting patients, families and staff holistically. She explains how chaplains serve people of all faith traditions, oversee worship and sacramental services, and contribute as trusted members of interdisciplinary care teams.

Darren Henson, Ph.D., senior director of ministry formation at the Catholic Health Association, explains ministry formation as a process that helps individuals connect their personal values and sense of purpose with the mission of Catholic health care. He highlights how formation programs reach leaders and staff at all levels, fostering community, inspiring deeper engagement, and making theological concepts accessible in everyday work.

Brian Kane, Ph.D., senior director of ethics at the Catholic Health Association, outlines the responsibilities of ethicists in Catholic health care, describing how they guide clinicians and administrators through complex ethical decisions. He discusses the educational and clinical expertise required for the role, and explains how ethicists develop policies, lead committees, and provide resources that shape ethical practice across healthcare organizations.

The webinar’s Q&A segment offers personal reflections from our presenters on how they discovered their calling in Catholic health care and how they find meaning in their work.