Chaplain Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Religion, Theology, or a related field.
• Two units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
• Experience in pastoral care, pastoral counseling, parish leadership, clinical ministry, or spiritual care settings.
• Ordination and/or formal endorsement from a recognized faith tradition.
• Strong pastoral care and counseling skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and active listening abilities.
• Demonstrated empathy, emotional intelligence, and cultural sensitivity.
• Critical thinking and sound judgment in complex situations.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse individuals, faith groups, and healthcare professionals.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or equivalent degree.
• Four units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).
• Experience in teaching, mentoring, or clinical education.
• Board certification through the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC), National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC), College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy (CPSP), or an equivalent professional chaplaincy organization.
• Ability to educate, mentor, and facilitate learning experiences.
• Skill in conflict resolution, problem-solving, and relationship-building.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, volunteers, and staff.
• Offer pastoral counseling, prayer, crisis intervention, grief support, and spiritual assessment based on the needs and beliefs of those served.
• Partner with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals as part of an interdisciplinary care team.
• Facilitate and support inpatient and community education programs focused on spiritual well-being and healing.
• Mentor and guide Clinical Pastoral Education students and trainees.
• Build and strengthen relationships with local clergy, congregations, and faith-based organizations.
• Support community outreach efforts and programs that foster collaboration with the broader religious community.
• Provide a trusted presence during illness, loss, transition, and celebration.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance; coverage begins on the first of the month following the hire date.
• Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.
• Education assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• Potential shift differential pay for eligible evening, night, or weekend shifts.