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SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Chaplain

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$91K/yr

Board Certification: Applicants must be a Board-Certified Chaplain certified by BCCI or a U.S. certifying body that has a reciprocity agreement with BCCI . Board Certification that requires 4 units ...

CommonSpirit Health

Chaplain

Chandler, AZ · On-site

Board Certified Chaplain APC, within 24 - months of hire * Clinical Pastoral Education: 4 units of CPE (1600 hours) in an accredited ACPE hospital center * Good standing requires maintenance of ...

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CommonSpirit Health

Chaplain

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Board Certified Chaplain APC, within 24 - months of hire Preferred * One (1)+ years of chaplaincy experience in a hospital or healthcare setting

CommonSpirit Health

Chaplain

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Board Certified Chaplain APC, within 24 - months of hire Preferred * One (1)+ years of chaplaincy experience in a hospital or healthcare setting

Chandler Regional Medical Center

Chaplain

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$34.20/hr

Board Certified Chaplain APC, within 24 - months of hire * Clinical Pastoral Education: 4 units of CPE (1600 hours) in an accredited ACPE hospital center * Good standing requires maintenance of ...

Mercy Gilbert Medical Center

Chaplain

Gilbert, AZ

$34.20/hr

Board Certified Chaplain APC, within 24 - months of hire Preferred * One (1)+ years of chaplaincy experience in a hospital or healthcare setting Where You'll Work Hello Humankindness Imagine a ...

CommonSpirit Health

Chaplain

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

Board Certified Chaplain APC, within 24 - months of hire Preferred * One (1)+ years of chaplaincy experience in a hospital or healthcare setting

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Banner Health

Chaplain

Tucson, AZ · On-site

... Chaplain for our South Campus ... Our ideal candidate will be Board Certified by a nationally recognized body, have experience in a ...

Bannerhealth

Chaplain

South Tucson, AZ

Our ideal candidate will be Board Certified by a nationally recognized body, have experience in a ... Chaplain Interns. 7. Performs a variety of miscellaneous activities in support of continuing ...

Banner Health

Chaplain

Tucson, AZ

... Chaplain for our South Campus ... Our ideal candidate will be Board Certified by a nationally recognized body, have experience in a ...

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What is a board chaplain?

Board Chaplains are spiritual leaders or clergy members who provide guidance, support, and ethical oversight to a board of directors or governing body within an organization. Their primary role is to offer spiritual care, facilitate prayers or invocations at meetings, and ensure that the board’s decisions align with the organization's faith-based values. Board Chaplains also serve as confidential advisors, helping to address personal or ethical concerns among board members. They play a unique role in fostering a compassionate and values-driven culture within the board and the wider organization.

How does a board chaplain typically support board members during challenging or high-pressure situations?

A Board Chaplain plays a vital role in providing emotional and spiritual support to board members, especially during high-stress meetings or when sensitive decisions must be made. They offer a listening ear, confidential counsel, and may lead moments of reflection or prayer to help maintain a calm and focused atmosphere. Board Chaplains often help foster a culture of empathy and ethical decision-making, ensuring board members feel supported both personally and professionally.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a board chaplain, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Board Chaplain, you generally need theological training, pastoral care experience, and relevant certification or ordination from a recognized religious body. Familiarity with crisis intervention protocols, spiritual assessment tools, and documentation systems is often required. Exceptional listening, empathy, and interfaith communication skills help a Board Chaplain support diverse populations and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. These competencies are crucial for providing meaningful spiritual care, ethical guidance, and emotional support in varied organizational settings.

How do I become a board chaplain?

To become a board chaplain, individuals typically need relevant religious or spiritual training, such as a degree in theology or ministry, and experience providing spiritual support. Certification from a recognized chaplaincy organization and familiarity with military or institutional environments are often required. Some positions may also require background checks and ongoing education to maintain certification.

Is there a high demand for board chaplains?

The demand for board chaplains varies depending on the industry and organization, but overall, the role is considered specialized with steady demand in sectors such as healthcare, military, and corporate settings. Opportunities often require strong interpersonal skills, certification, and the ability to provide spiritual support in diverse environments.

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Chaplain

Tucson, AZ • On-site

SD Department of Veterans Affairs
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$91K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

The incumbent serves as a Chaplain professional performing clinical assignments for the VHA. The incumbent provides comprehensive religious, spiritual, and pastoral care to all persons that are commensurate with the needs, desires, and voluntary consent of the Veteran, caregiver, or staff. The incumbent addresses the spiritual component of health and wellness in every patient care setting to ensure that pastoral care is fully integrated into all aspects of chaplain services.
Qualifications:Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
Basic Requirements:
  • United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
  • Education: Applicants must possess a Master of Divinity degree or equivalent educational qualifications as evidenced by a graduate-level theological degree from a college, university or theological school accredited by a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or Association of Theological Schools (ATS) and recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
  • Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE): Applicants must have completed four units of CPE from a CPE center that is accredited by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. You must submit a copy showing completion.
  • Ecclesiastical Endorsement. In accordance with 38 C.F.R. 17.655, ecclesiastical endorsement is a condition of employment as a VA chaplain. An individual must possess and maintain a full and active ecclesiastical endorsement to be employed as a VA chaplain. Applicants must have an ecclesiastical endorsement, dated within the past 12 months. Ecclesiastical endorsements must be from the official national endorsing authority of the applicant's/employee's faith group or denomination. Ecclesiastical endorsement is a written official statement, by the official national endorsing body of the faith group or denomination, certifying that the applicant is in good standing with the applicant's faith group or denomination; and stating that the individual is, in the opinion of the endorsing body, qualified to perform the full range of ministry required in the VA pluralistic setting. Loss of endorsement will result in removal from the GS-0060 Chaplain series and may result in termination of employment. The National Chaplain Service maintains a list of approved endorsing organizations that can be found here: https://www.patientcare.va.gov/chaplain/Employment_Information_and_Resources.asp. You must submit a copy of your endorsement.
  • Board Certification: Applicants must be a Board-Certified Chaplain certified by BCCI or a U.S. certifying body that has a reciprocity agreement with BCCI . Board Certification that requires 4 units of CPE is qualifying. You must submit a copy of your board certification.
  • Loss of Credential. Management officials, in collaboration with HR Office staff must immediately relieve employees who fail to maintain any of the required certifications (board certification, ecclesiastical endorsement, or when applicable a specialty certification) of the duties and responsibilities associated with this occupation which may also result in separation from employment.
  • Foreign Education. To be creditable, education completed outside the U.S. must be submitted to a current affiliate agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at https://www.naces.org/members and be deemed at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. program.
  • English Language Proficiency. Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f)
  • May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).
Grade Determinations: Chaplain GS-12
  • Experience: One year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade.
  • AND
  • Specialty Certification. Specialty certification is demonstrated advanced practice and/or specialization in chaplaincy beyond the board certification and is required for the GS-12 grade level. Specialty certification from a professional chaplain certifying body that is directly related to the assignment is qualifying for a senior chaplain assignment.
  • AND
  • Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to the experience or education above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSA's
  • Ability to apply relevant theories and methodologies to their ministry specialty.
  • Ability to integrate specialized psychological and sociological theory with an advanced approach to spiritual care.
  • Skill to seek out primary research and research literature that informs the ministry specialty and one's spiritual care practice.
  • Skill in developing and implementing methods for measuring effectiveness of chaplain practice and services in the specialty area, utilizing outcome evaluations to improve treatment services and to design system changes.
  • Ability to mediate conflict, hold various emotions and diffuse moral distress among staff and complex crisis situations.
  • Ability to provide specialized consultation, teaching and mentoring to colleagues and students on advanced spiritual care interventions in the service delivery area.
  • Ability to apply advanced clinical knowledge to write policies, procedures and/or practice guidelines pertaining to the service delivery area.
Preferred Experience: Specialty Certification: Hospice and Palliative Care
Specialty certification is demonstrated advanced practice and/or specialization in chaplaincy beyond the board certification and is required for the GS-12 grade level.
Hospice and Palliative Care specialty certification from a professional chaplain certifying body that is directly related to the assignment is qualifying such as the Hospice and Palliative Care specialty certification as recognized the Association of Certified Christian Chaplains (ACCC), or the Association of Professional Chaplains (APC), or the National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC), or the National Association pf Veterans Affairs Chaplains (NAVAC), or the Spiritual Care Association (SCA)
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
Physical Requirements: This position requires the Chaplain to meaningfully engage with Veteran patients and family members by walking and moving within the healthcare setting or with the incumbent using an assistive device. The Chaplain is required to speak, hear (hearing aid permitted) and work closely with others.Education:Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.Employment Type: OTHER

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