Director - Mission, Mercy Hospital St. Louis

Find your calling at Mercy!

At Mercy, our mission is at the heart of how we care, serve and lead. The Mission Leader helps bring Mercy’s Christian/Catholic identity, values and heritage to life across our hospitals and clinics, partnering with leaders, physicians, caregivers and co-workers to connect their work to our ministry.

Position Details:

What You’ll Do

• Integrate Mercy’s mission, values and Catholic identity into organizational culture, operations and decision-making.
• Lead formation experiences for executives, leaders, physicians, caregivers, board members and co-workers.
• Develop and support mission teams, prayer experiences, rituals, heritage celebrations and formation programs.
• Partner with leaders to strengthen the patient and co-worker experience through Mercy’s mission and values.
• Provide mission and ethics guidance, including application of Catholic Social Teaching and the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services.
• Build relationships with community organizations and Catholic healthcare partners to advance Mercy’s mission and support underserved communities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in theology with a specialization in mission services, or commitment to work toward the degree, required. Master’s degree in theology or ethics accepted.
• Five years of healthcare experience preferred.
• Strong facilitation, relationship-building, communication and project management skills.
• Deep understanding of and commitment to Christian/Catholic tradition and Mercy’s mission and heritage.
• Ability to engage and influence diverse audiences, from executives and physicians to caregivers and community partners.
• Why Mercy?
• From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
• Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.