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BJC HealthCare

Catholic Priest

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$43K - $70K/yr

Department personnel are comprised of Board Certified Professional Chaplains, Chaplain Director ... Roman Catholic Priest Preferred Requirements Licenses & Certifications * 4 Units ACPE CPE/Bd ...

BJC HealthCare

Catholic Priest

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

Department personnel are comprised of Board Certified Professional Chaplains, Chaplain Director ... Roman Catholic Priest Preferred Requirements Licenses & Certifications * 4 Units ACPE CPE/Bd ...

HCA Florida Mercy Hospital

Priest Chaplain

Miami, FL · On-site

At least 2 years working in a Spiritual Care setting as a chaplain or minister, Roman Catholic Priest * Bilinigual, Spanish and English, preferred HCA Florida Mercy Hospital is a 488-bed facility. We ...

Calvary Hospital

Roman Catholic Priest

Bronx, NY · On-site

$68K/yr

Free On-Site Parking Requirements The Roman Catholic Priest Chaplain is responsible for providing pastoral care and sacramental ministry to Roman Catholic patients, in collaboration with the rest of ...

Calvary Hospital

Roman Catholic Priest

Bronx, NY

$68K/yr

Free On-Site Parking Requirements The Roman Catholic Priest Chaplain is responsible for providing pastoral care and sacramental ministry to Roman Catholic patients, in collaboration with the rest of ...

LOUi Consulting Group, Inc

Coordinate weekly music selections with the Catholic Priest/Chaplain. Lead and accompany Catholic worship services and rehearsals. Prepare and distribute music to volunteers at least 72 hours before ...

LOUi Consulting Group, Inc

Coordinate weekly music selections with the Catholic Priest/Chaplain. Lead and accompany Catholic worship services and rehearsals. Prepare and distribute music to volunteers at least 72 hours before ...

Ladgov Corporation

Catholic Musician & Cantor

Ogden, UT · On-site

The position supports weekly Masses, rehearsals, Holy Days of Obligation, and special Catholic services in coordination with the Catholic Priest and Wing Chaplain, in accordance with Roman Catholic ...

Ladgov Corporation

Catholic Musician & Cantor

Ogden, UT · On-site

The position supports weekly Masses, rehearsals, Holy Days of Obligation, and special Catholic services in coordination with the Catholic Priest and Wing Chaplain, in accordance with Roman Catholic ...

BayCare Health System

Catholic Priest Pool

Tampa, FL · On-site

Catholic Priest chaplains must have Faculty for Sacraments from the Local Ordinary of the Roman Catholic Diocese/Archdiocese. * 400 hours, 1 Unit, of Clinical Pastoral Education is required.

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As of Jul 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for catholic priest 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.

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To thrive as a Catholic Priest Chaplain, you need ordination as a Catholic priest, theological education, pastoral counseling skills, and experience in spiritual care. Familiarity with sacramental rites, liturgical resources, and institutional protocols (such as hospital or military chaplaincy certifications) is typically required. Compassion, active listening, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to offer emotional support are key soft skills for this role. These abilities are crucial to provide effective spiritual guidance, comfort, and faith-based support to individuals in diverse and sometimes challenging settings.

What is a Catholic Priest Chaplain job?

A Catholic Priest Chaplain is a clergy member who provides spiritual care and support to individuals in various settings, such as hospitals, military units, prisons, or schools. They offer sacraments, prayer, counseling, and religious guidance to people of Catholic faith and sometimes assist individuals of other beliefs. Their role involves listening, providing comfort, and addressing the spiritual and emotional needs of those they serve. Chaplains often work in challenging environments, offering hope and faith-based counsel during times of crisis.

What are typical weekly responsibilities for a Catholic Priest Chaplain?

A Catholic Priest Chaplain’s week often involves celebrating Mass and sacraments, offering one-on-one spiritual counseling, providing pastoral care to patients, families, or organizational members, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams such as healthcare professionals or military units. They may also lead prayer services, respond to emergencies, and participate in ethical consultations or staff meetings. The role requires balancing scheduled duties with the flexibility to meet urgent spiritual needs as they arise. Engaging with the community and supporting people of various backgrounds is central to the chaplain’s daily work.

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Catholic Priest

Catholic Priest

Ladgov Corporation

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Catholic Priest

Location: USAF Academy, CO

Duties:

  • Shal Provide daily, weekend and holy day masses and assist with Parish Penance Services as requested by the Active Duty Catholic Chaplain.
  • Celebrate Reconciliation 1 hour prior to the Saturday evening services on the weekends the contractor is presiding.
  • Provide the Sacrament of Baptism, Right of Christian Initiation (RICA) classes, premarital counseling and annulment advisement as requested by the Active Duty Catholic Chaplain.
  • Provide Special Services as needed to include (but not limited to): Lent, Advent, First Communion, Confirmations, Baptisms, Weddings, and Funerals.
  • Assist at the Community Chapel as requested on holy days to include (but not limited to): The Solemnity of Mary, Assumption of Mary, All Saints Day, the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, and the Nativity of Our Lord, Jesus.
  • Possess and maintain all standard qualifications as dictated by Catholic standards to include ordination certificate and Safe Environment Training and Certification from a Catholic Diocese, and shall produce a letter from home diocese giving permission to pursue endorsement with Archdiocese of Military Services.
  • Meet with the Deputy Wing Chaplain or designee on a quarterly basis to review and obtain the schedule of services for that quarter, and submit mandatory quarterly reports to the Archdiocese for the Military Services (AMS).
  • Conduct mass in Latin Rite as required by Active Duty Catholic Chaplain.
  • Be at the respective places of worship and prepared for each service no later than fifteen (15) minutes prior to the designated starting time of any service.
  • Dress according to business casual standards or in appropriate religious garments;
  • Complete the monthly user file for Air Force Chaplain Corps Activity Reporting System (AFCCARS) by the 2nd business day of the following month.
  • Behave in due regard to public conventions and morals, and shall not commit any act that could reasonably be expected to degrade the position or the Air Force Chaplaincy.
  • Comply with intent and protocols in the US Bishop's Catholic conference charter on Child Protection.
  • Maintain confidentiality and be familiar with the Air Force Instruction on Religious Accommodation.
  • Comply with Military Rule of Evidence 503. Under this rule, "a person has a privilege to refuse to disclose and to prevent another from disclosing a confidential communication by the person to a clergyman or to a clergyman's assistant, if such communication is made either as a formal act of religion or as a matter of conscience."
  • Shall complete privileged communication training annually.
  • Use the duty title of Priest while performing services, to include but not limited to printed documents and electronic communications.
  • Shall coordinate efforts with chapel personnel and work in a multi- denominational and pluralistic religious environment to include, but not limited to, Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, Orthodox, and Islamic faiths.
  • Shall be able to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
  • In the rare case of an emergency situation when a Catholic Priest is required.
  • Shall be available as needed to provide counseling when the active duty Priest is unavailable.
  • Shall provide a qualified substitute in the case of non-availability for previously scheduled and agreed upon services one week prior to the event.

Education & Qualifications:

  • At least 4 years of parish experience.

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Ladgov Corporation is a Small business headquartered in Williamsburg, VA. We provide solutions to our clients in the U.S and around the globe. Ladgov’s Capabilities span from providing Public Health services in Biomedical Engineering, Bio-Pharmaceutical Research to IT & Cyber Security Solutions, Project Management, Data Analytics as well as Religious Services, Facility Management, Education Support services, and Infrastructure Management Services. LADGOV Corporation is dedicated to supporting its customers both in the private and federal space by fulfilling its commitment to each requirement and achieving exceptional results. Our staff uses modern cutting-edge technology to provide the best solutions to your mission needs. Satisfaction guaranteed!

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