Chaplain II

Position Summary

The Chaplain II provides spiritual, emotional, and pastoral care to patients, families, and co-workers across a variety of healthcare settings. As a valued member of the interdisciplinary care team, this role offers compassionate support during times of illness, crisis, trauma, grief, and end-of-life care while respecting the diverse spiritual, cultural, and religious beliefs of those served.

The ideal candidate is a compassionate, collaborative professional who can provide meaningful spiritual care, navigate complex situations with sensitivity, and foster healing and hope for patients, families, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess spiritual and emotional needs and provide pastoral care to patients, families, and staff.
• Support individuals experiencing trauma, crisis, grief, end-of-life concerns, and other complex healthcare challenges.
• Respond to urgent spiritual care needs while effectively managing multiple priorities.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other interdisciplinary team members to support holistic patient care.
• Assist visiting clergy and facilitate connections with faith communities as requested.
• Plan and participate in religious observances, memorial services, and spiritual events that support patients, families, and staff.
• Develop and provide specialized pastoral services within assigned areas of responsibility.
• Offer education related to spirituality, coping, resilience, and the connection between spiritual well-being and health outcomes.
• Provide support and debriefing for staff following difficult patient situations or major events.
• Maintain accurate documentation of pastoral services and patient interactions in accordance with organizational standards.
• Participate in department initiatives, quality improvement activities, and continuing education opportunities.
• Promote an environment of religious freedom, inclusivity, and respect for diverse beliefs and backgrounds.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Master's degree or master's-level coursework in Theology, Ministry, Counseling, Divinity, or a related field.
• Four units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE).

Required Experience

• Minimum of one year of healthcare chaplaincy experience, including CPE experience.

Required Certification

• Eligible for certification or actively pursuing Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) certification through an approved certifying organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four units of CPE recognized by the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC) or National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC).
• Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) certification through APC or NACC.
• Three or more years of chaplaincy experience.
• Experience in a specialty practice area.
• Experience providing education or presentations to physicians, clinicians, and healthcare teams.
• Additional language skills relevant to the populations served.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated compassion, empathy, and respect for the dignity of every individual.
• Strong communication, active listening, and interpersonal relationship skills.
• Ability to provide spiritual care across diverse faith traditions, belief systems, and cultural backgrounds.
• Knowledge of pastoral theology, spirituality, medical ethics, grief support, crisis intervention, and end-of-life care.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Skilled in managing emotionally challenging situations with professionalism, sensitivity, and resilience.
• Ability to advocate for patients, families, and co-workers when appropriate.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems, communication technologies, and standard computer applications.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Commitment to ongoing spiritual, professional, and personal growth.

Why Join Us?

As a Chaplain II, you'll have the opportunity to provide comfort, hope, and healing during some of life's most significant moments. You'll serve alongside a compassionate healthcare team dedicated to whole-person care, helping patients, families, and colleagues find strength, meaning, and support throughout their healthcare journey.