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CHI Health Immanuel

Chaplain

Omaha, NE · On-site

$20.86 - $29.46/hr

Board Certified Chaplain APC, upon hire or * Certified Supervisor of Clinical Pastoral Education, upon hire or * Board Certified Chaplain BCC, upon hire or * Catholic Chaplain, upon hire or

Saint Joseph Hospital - London

Chaplain

London, KY · On-site

$22.51 - $31.79/hr

Board Certified Chaplain APC, upon hire or * Certified Supervisor of Clinical Pastoral Education, upon hire or * Board Certified Chaplain BCC, upon hire or * Catholic Chaplain, upon hire Where You'll ...

Mercy Medical Center Redding

Chaplain

Redding, CA · On-site

$30.91 - $45.98/hr

Board Certified Chaplain BCC, upon hire Preferred * Board Certified Chaplain APC, upon hire and * BCC - JEWISH CHAPLAIN, upon hire Where You'll Work Mercy Medical Center Redding offers comprehensive ...

Mercy Medical Center Redding

Chaplain

Redding, CA · On-site

$30.91 - $45.98/hr

Board Certified Chaplain BCC, upon hire Preferred * Board Certified Chaplain APC, upon hire and * BCC - JEWISH CHAPLAIN, upon hire Where You'll Work Mercy Medical Center Redding offers comprehensive ...

St. Rose Dominican San Martin

Chaplain

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$25.55 - $38/hr

Board Certified Chaplain APC, or * BCC - JEWISH CHAPLAIN, or * BCC - CANADIAN SPIRITUAL, or * Certified Supervisor of Clinical Pastoral Education, or * Board Certified Chaplain BCC, or * Catholic ...

SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Chaplain

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$93K/yr

Board Certification : Applicants must be a Board Certified Chaplain certified by the Board of Chaplaincy Certification Inc. (BCCI) or nationally recognized certification body that utilizes the BCCI ...

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How much do board certified chaplain jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for board certified chaplain in the United States is $63,587.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a board certified chaplain?

A Board Certified Chaplain (BCC) is a professional chaplain who provides spiritual and emotional support in healthcare, military, or institutional settings. They meet certification standards set by recognized chaplaincy organizations, which typically include education, clinical training, and ethical competency. BCCs offer guidance to patients, families, and staff, addressing religious, spiritual, and emotional needs. Their role includes crisis intervention, end-of-life support, grief counseling, and facilitating religious rituals.

What does a board certified chaplain do?

A typical day for a Board Certified Chaplain in a healthcare environment involves visiting patients and families to provide spiritual support, counseling, and crisis intervention, regardless of religious affiliation. Chaplains may also attend interdisciplinary team meetings to advocate for patients’ emotional and spiritual well-being, offer staff support, and facilitate religious rites or services as requested. The role often requires flexibility, as chaplains respond to urgent needs such as end-of-life care or trauma situations. In addition to direct interactions, chaplains document their work in patient records and may help develop spiritual care programs within the facility. This blend of responsibilities allows chaplains to support holistic patient care and contribute meaningfully to the healthcare team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a board certified chaplain?

To thrive as a Board Certified Chaplain, you need advanced training in spiritual care, counseling, and crisis intervention, typically demonstrated by a master's degree in divinity or theology and board certification from recognized chaplaincy organizations. Proficiency with documentation systems, electronic medical records, and compliance protocols for patient privacy is often necessary. Outstanding soft skills include empathy, active listening, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to provide non-judgmental support to people of diverse backgrounds. These competencies are crucial to effectively address emotional and spiritual needs, foster trust, and collaborate within multidisciplinary healthcare or organizational teams.

Is there a high demand for board certified chaplains?

The demand for board certified chaplains is generally steady, especially in healthcare, military, and correctional settings, where spiritual care is recognized as an important component of holistic support. Job growth is expected to align with the expansion of healthcare services and institutional needs for qualified spiritual care providers, often requiring certification and specialized training.

What is required to be a board certified chaplain?

To become a board certified chaplain, candidates typically need a master's degree in theology, pastoral care, or a related field, along with clinical pastoral education (CPE) hours. They must also pass a certification exam administered by a recognized certifying body and demonstrate relevant experience in spiritual care within healthcare or similar settings.
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Board Certified Chaplain

Clearwater, FL • On-site

BayCare Health System
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.
This position will support the Palliative Care department.
Summary:
  • The Board-Certified Chaplain (BCC) is a full clinical member of the health care team and is considered the lead expert in Spiritual Care issues.
  • Provides services for the pastoral/spiritual needs of patients, families, and staff members.
  • Knowledgeable in theology, spirituality, and pastoral care.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Required Certification is NAJC (National Association of Jewish Chaplains) or APC (Association of Professional Chaplains) or NACC (National Association of Catholic Chaplains).
  • Required Education is a Master's Degree from and Accredited University in Theology Related. 4 units, 1600 hours of Clinical Pastoral Education.
  • Required - Ecclesiastical endorsement.
  • Board Certification required

This position requires Level II screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, managed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). More information can be found at https://info.flclearinghouse.com.
Why BayCare?
BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401k match and additional yearly contribution, yearly performance appraisals with merit increases, yearly team award bonus, community discounts and the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!
Location: Clearwater, FL
Status: Full Time, Exempt: Yes
Shift Hours: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Weekend Work: None
On Call: No
How often will this team member be working remotely? Never
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

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