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Essentia Health

Hospice Chaplain

Duluth, MN

$21.08 - $31.62/hr

Chaplain I Educational Requirement: * Bachelor's Degree in Theology, Divinity, Ministry or a ... Successful completion of 1 ACPE accredited unit of CPE. Licensure/Certification Requirement:

Houston Methodist

Chaplain PRN - Days

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

Association of Jewish Chaplains (ACPE) or * CASC(C) - Canadian Assoc for Spiritual Care Certified (CASC) or * Chaplain - Associate Clincial Pastoral Educator (ACPE) or * BCC, by other nationally ...

Houston Methodist

Chaplain PRN - Days

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

Association of Jewish Chaplains (ACPE) or * CASC(C) - Canadian Assoc for Spiritual Care Certified (CASC) or * Chaplain - Associate Clincial Pastoral Educator (ACPE) or * BCC, by other nationally ...

Houston Methodist

Chaplain PRN - Days

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

Association of Jewish Chaplains (ACPE) or * CASC(C) - Canadian Assoc for Spiritual Care Certified (CASC) or * Chaplain - Associate Clincial Pastoral Educator (ACPE) or * BCC, by other nationally ...

Houston Methodist

Chaplain

The Woodlands, TX

The Chaplain position follows established patient care plans, proactively identifying when a change ... ACPE), or Spiritual Care Association (SCA) * Four units of clinical pastoral education (CPE) from ...

Houston Methodist

The Chaplain position follows established patient care plans, proactively identifying when a change ... ACPE), or Spiritual Care Association (SCA) * Four units of clinical pastoral education (CPE) from ...

Houston Methodist

The Chaplain position follows established patient care plans, proactively identifying when a change ... ACPE), or Spiritual Care Association (SCA) * Four units of clinical pastoral education (CPE) from ...

Essentia Health

Chaplain I, II, or Masters

Fargo, ND

$21.08 - $31.62/hr

Chaplain I Educational Requirement: * Bachelor's Degree in Theology, Divinity, Ministry or a ... Successful completion of 1 ACPE accredited unit of CPE. Licensure/Certification Requirement:

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ACPE chaplains are spiritual care professionals who have completed clinical pastoral education (CPE) accredited by the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE). They provide emotional and spiritual support to individuals in hospitals, hospices, and other healthcare settings, addressing the needs of patients, families, and staff from all faith traditions or none. ACPE chaplains are trained to offer compassionate, nonjudgmental care during times of crisis, illness, and grief, and often play a key role in interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

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To thrive as an ACPE Chaplain, you need theological education, completion of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) units, and board certification from recognized chaplaincy organizations. Familiarity with electronic medical records, pastoral care documentation systems, and spiritual assessment tools is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and emotional resilience are crucial soft skills for supporting individuals in crisis and collaborating with healthcare teams. These competencies ensure effective spiritual care, ethical practice, and integration within multidisciplinary healthcare settings.

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As an ACPE Chaplain, you will work closely with doctors, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to provide holistic care to patients and their families. Regular interdisciplinary meetings and consultations are common, where you may be asked to contribute insights on spiritual assessment or patient support needs. Building strong communication and rapport with staff helps integrate spiritual care into treatment plans and ensures that the emotional and spiritual well-being of patients is addressed alongside their medical needs.
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Hospice Chaplain

Hospice Chaplain

Essentia Health

Duluth, MN

$21.08 - $31.62/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 29 days ago

Essentia Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 205 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

404th of 875 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Building Location:Support Services BuildingDepartment:2854010 HOSPICE - SMMCJob Description:This position provides spiritual care to patients of all ages and their families. Services include but are not limited to, individual patient/resident support related to spiritual matters, family support, and prayer. Provide support patients and families facing grief and end of life issues to include assisting with decision making and Advanced Care Planning. May assist or occasionally lead religious ceremonies of worship, rituals and other spiritual care programs as directed. Documents care and counseling provided and participates in meetings and educational programs. These services are provided on an on-going basis as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Serves patients in outpatient, inpatient, and residential facilities depending on Essentia Health location.Education Qualifications:

Chaplain I

Educational Requirement:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Theology, Divinity, Ministry or a related field, or three years professional experience in related field, necessary to gain understanding in the relationship of pastoral care to medical care.
  • Successful completion of 1 ACPE accredited unit of CPE.

Licensure/Certification Requirement:

  • Associate Membership in NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains) or APC (Association of Professional Chaplains) or NAJC (National Association of Jewish Chaplains) or SCA (Spiritual Care Association) is strongly preferred.

At time of hire and annually documentation from the chaplain's religious tradition or endorsing body is required, and must indicate continued endorsement, good standing, or other affirmation of support as is appropriate to their tradition.

Chaplain II

Educational Requirement:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Theology, Divinity, Ministry or a related field, or three years professional experience in related field, necessary to gain understanding in the relationship of pastoral care to medical care.
  • A graduate degree in Theology, Divinity, Ministry or a related field counseling, or some other job related field is preferred.
  • Successful Completion of 2 ACPE accredited CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) units is required at the time of hire. Completion of an additional 2 ACPE accredited unit is required within 24 months of hire.

Licensure/Certification Requirement:

  • Associate Membership in NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains) or APC (Association of Professional Chaplains) or NAJC (National Association of Jewish Chaplains) or SCA (Spiritual Care Association) is strongly preferred.

At time of hire and annually documentation from the chaplain's religious tradition or endorsing body is required, and must indicate continued endorsement, good standing, or other affirmation of support as is appropriate to their tradition.

Chaplain Masters

Educational Requirement:

  • Master's degree in theology, Divinity, Ministry or a related field
  • Successful Completion of 3 ACPE accredited units of CPE with 4th ACPE accredited unit completed within 12 months and then board certification required within 24 months.

Certification/Licensure Required:

  • Membership in NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains) or APC (Association of Professional Chaplains) NAJC (National Association of Jewish Chaplains), or SCA (Spiritual Care Association) is strongly preferred.
  • Certification with the NACC, APC or SCA required within 24 months of hire

Special Requirement: Ecclesiastical endorsement: For a Catholic priest/minister or vowed religious by his/her superior and the local Bishop.

At time of hire and annually, documentation from the chaplain's religious tradition or endorsing body is required, and must indicate continued endorsement, good standing, or other affirmation of support as is appropriate to their tradition.

Licensure/CertificationQualifications:FTE:0

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:Day Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start Time:Shift End Time:Weekends:Holidays:NoCall Obligation:NoUnion:Union Posting Deadline:

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$21.08 - $31.62Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we're committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

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Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Essentia Health combines the strengths and talents of 13,500 employees, including 3,500 registered nurses & licensed practical nurses, who serve our patients and communities through the mission of being called to make a healthy difference in people's lives. Essentia Health, which includes many Catholic facilities, is guided by the values of Quality, Hospitality, Respect, Joy, Justice, Stewardship and Teamwork. The organization lives out its mission by having a patient-centered focus at 14 hospitals, 70 clinics, six long-term care facilities, three assisted living facilities, three independent living facilities, five ambulance services and one research institute.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Duluth, MN, US

Year founded

2004

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