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Ohio State University

Chaplain Resident

Augusta, GA

Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site. We invite you to apply to positions of interest ... Job Title:Chaplain Resident Department:Health System Shared Services | Pastoral Care Scope of ...

Ohio State University

Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site. We invite you to apply to positions of interest ... Senior Chaplain Department:Health System Shared Services | Pastoral Care Scope of Position The ...

State of Michigan

Institution Chaplain 12

Marquette, MI · On-site

$28.03 - $38.36/hr

State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives ... Chaplain? * Yes * No 03 INSTCHP - Do you possess certification or endorsement by the recognized ...

State of Arkansas

CHAPLAIN

Pine Bluff, AR · On-site

$52K - $77K/yr

Jumu'ah Prayer is held Fridays even if it falls on a state holiday. The mission of the Department ... Chaplain Class Code: SCM01I Pay Grade: SGS06 Salary Range: $52,137 - $77,163 Job Summary The ...

FMOLHS

Priest Chaplain

Lafayette, LA · On-site

The chaplain respects the confidentiality of information from all sources, including the patient, medical record, other team members, and family members in accordance with federal and state laws ...

Department of State Hospitals

JEWISH CHAPLAIN

Patton, CA · On-site

$5K - $7K/mo

Patton State Hospital, Human Resources Department is accepting applications for at least one (1) Permanent, Full-Time and/or Part-Time appointment to the Jewish Chaplain classification. Appointments ...

Veterans Health Administration

Chaplain

Columbia, MO · On-site +1

$89K - $116K/yr

The Chaplain Service provides pastoral counseling and treatment to Veteran patients, patient ... Incumbents must possess [and maintain] a valid, unrestricted State driver's license, have a safe ...

State of Illinois

DOC Hill CC Chaplain I

Galesburg, IL · On-site

$6K - $8K/mo

Chaplain I Job Requisition ID: 56183 Opening Date: 05/19/2026 Closing Date: 06/02/2026 11:59 p.m ... State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the ...

Department of State Hospitals

PROTESTANT CHAPLAIN

Patton, CA · On-site

$33.13 - $43.51/hr

Patton State Hospital, Human Resources Department is accepting applications for at least one (1) Permanent, Intermittent appointment to the Protestant Chaplain classification. This position exists in ...

Allegiant Hospice LLC

Chaplain

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Compliance with state requirements for clergy or spiritual care providers. * Skills: Compassionate, culturally sensitive, non-judgmental, and an excellent listener. * Transportation: Valid driver ...

State of Michigan

Institution Chaplain 12

Marquette, MI · On-site

$28.03 - $38.36/hr

The Chaplain responsibilities include maintenance of the Chapel's to ensure they are kept in a safe and clean condition: supervision of the porters and clerks, scheduling callouts, coordinating the ...

Prime Healthcare

Associate Chaplain

Joliet, IL

$30.67/hr

Chaplain Services Shift : Various; Per Diem Facility : Saint Joseph Medical Center Location ... federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees ...

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Chaplain Resident

Chaplain Resident

Ohio State University

Augusta, GA

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

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Job Title:Chaplain ResidentDepartment:Health System Shared Services | Pastoral Care

Job Description
Scope of Position: The position of Chaplain Resident provides an opportunity for education, training and service in pastoral care within the Department of Chaplaincy and CPE. The Chaplain Resident is a student in the OSU Medical Center's accredited Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Program and a temporary full-time employee for one year during the specified timespan of their residency program. The position of Chaplain Resident is responsible for the delivery of pastoral care to patients, families, and staff within assigned areas, and providing rotating in-house oncall coverage during designated nights, weekends and holidays, while also participating fully in the CPE program. This combination of education, training and service takes place under the supervision of CPE Supervisors who are certified by the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE). The Resident Chaplain will report to the CPE Program Manager and to the Director of Chaplaincy and CPE, both of whom are CPE Supervisors certified by ACPE.
Position Summary

The Chaplain Resident is authorized to visit patients, families, and staff, for the purpose of providing pastoral and spiritual care ministry according to Chaplaincy Department procedures. The Chaplain Resident has access to appropriate medical records and documents his/her interventions in the medical record according to department procedure. S/he will participate in the Chaplaincy Department duties and procedures relevant to the role of Chaplain Resident. The Resident Chaplain will report to the CPE Program Manager and to the Director of Chaplaincy and CPE, both of whom are CPE Supervisors certified by ACPE. The Chaplain Resident participates fully in the Clinical Pastoral Education program and is responsible to fulfill all expected educational duties and responsibilities.
Minimum Education Required
Master's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications
This position requires a college degree, a master's level theological degree or equivalent, and completion of at least 1 unit of certified Clinical Pastoral Education.

Additional Information:Location:University Hospital (0870)Position Type:Term (Fixed Term)Scheduled Hours:40Shift:First Shift

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