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Chaplain State Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

CHAPLAIN - CHAPLAINCY

Duluth, MN · On-site

$27.02 - $39.18/hr

WI Background Study upon hire and renewed per WI state law. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Education: N/A * Experience : Three (3) to five (5) years of experience as chaplain in a hospital setting ...

Chaplain

Albert Lea, MN · On-site

$56K - $73K/yr

Chaplain Position Overview The Hospice Chaplain provides emotional, practical and/or spiritual ... Valid State Driver's License, access to an automobile in good working order, automobile insurance ...

Chaplain

Albert Lea, MN · On-site

$56K - $73K/yr

Chaplain Position Overview The Hospice Chaplain provides emotional, practical and/or spiritual ... Valid State Driver's License, access to an automobile in good working order, automobile insurance ...

$31.07 - $42.59/hr

As a hospital chaplain, you will play a pivotal role in providing compassionate support and ... their state of residence within 60 days of employment in hospice setting Physical Demands

MN · On-site

$21.10/hr

... state or local protected class.

MN · On-site

$21.10/hr

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MN · On-site

$21.10/hr

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MN · On-site

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

To thrive as a Chaplain State, you typically need a degree in theology, divinity, or religious studies, along with ordination or endorsement from a recognized religious body. Familiarity with pastoral care tools, crisis intervention techniques, and documentation systems is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, compassion, and the ability to provide nonjudgmental support help build trust with individuals from diverse backgrounds. These skills are crucial for offering effective spiritual guidance and emotional support in challenging public service environments.

What are Chaplain States?

A Chaplain State refers to a government entity, such as a state government, that employs chaplains to provide spiritual care, counseling, and religious services to individuals in state institutions like prisons, hospitals, or the military. Chaplains in these roles support people of various faiths and backgrounds, ensuring their spiritual and emotional needs are met. Their duties may include conducting religious ceremonies, offering guidance, and supporting individuals during times of crisis or transition.

What are some common challenges Chaplain State professionals face when working in correctional facilities?

Chaplain State professionals working in correctional facilities often encounter unique challenges such as building trust with inmates from diverse backgrounds, respecting a wide range of faith traditions, and managing emotional stress from exposure to difficult situations. Additionally, they must maintain professional boundaries while providing compassionate spiritual care and navigate institutional protocols and security procedures. Success in this role requires strong interpersonal skills, cultural competence, and resilience to support both inmates and staff effectively.
What cities in Minnesota are hiring for Chaplain State jobs? Cities in Minnesota with the most Chaplain State job openings:
Infographic showing various Chaplain State job openings in Minnesota as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 15% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Summer. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

CHAPLAIN - CHAPLAINCY

ASPIRUS HEALTH

Duluth, MN • On-site

$27.02 - $39.18/hr

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 13 days ago


Aspirus Health rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 259 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

603rd of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.
These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.
ASPIRUS ST. LUKE'S HOSPITAL in Duluth, MN is seeking a CHAPLAIN to join our CHAPLAINCY team!
Salary Range: $27.02 - $39.18 Hourly
Schedule/Hours: VARIED (ALL) SHIFTS, Variable Shifts
Weekend Requirement: Weekends On Call
FTE: OCCASIONAL, 0.001 FTE
Off Premise On-Call: Yes
The Chaplain provides spiritual care to patients, families and St. Luke's staff. Coordinates chaplaincy services with St. Luke's education and development programs. Participates as a resource person in outreach programs to community clergy, congregations, community groups and agencies. Assists the director in planning, implementing and evaluating spiritual care, policies and programs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Education: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and a Master of Divinity degree, or its equivalent, from a Theological Seminary. Endorsement or commission to function in a Ministry of Pastoral/Spiritual Care by an appropriate religious authority. Four (4) units of ACPE accredited CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education).
  • Experience: N/A
  • Licensure/Certification/Registration: WI Background Study upon hire and renewed per WI state law.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Education: N/A
  • Experience: Three (3) to five (5) years of experience as chaplain in a hospital setting, including as chaplain to hospice inpatients and home hospice patients.
  • Licensure/Certification/Registration: N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Capacity to integrate and make appropriate use of one's religious/spiritual heritage, theological understanding, and knowledge of behavioral sciences while providing spiritual care to persons and groups; Clarity of one's own identity as a chaplain and role in the institutional setting; Functional knowledge of the religious principles and practices of the major faith traditions; Skills of pastoral counseling and group work; Able to provide intensive and extensive spiritual care to patients, their families and St. Luke's staff in various life situations and crises; Able to provide spiritual care of the dying and the grieving including the ability to lead grief support and education groups; Able to work effectively with and in appreciation of persons of diverse religious, cultural, racial backgrounds, gender and sexual identities; Able to establish and maintain staff relationships throughout the organization and to function in the multidisciplinary setting as a member of the healthcare team; Able to interpret to the healthcare staff the spiritual dimensions of illness and healing and the spiritual resources and concerns of the patient; Able to develop rapport and provide consultation and educational programs for clergy and laypersons in the area of ministry to persons who are ill, dying, grieving , or in crises; Able to use one's perspective and competence as a chaplain in a variety of functions within the community from teaching to preaching and public speaking; Able to lead worship services, conduct funerals and memorial services and other rituals as appropriate; Able to pray in the setting of a patient's room or a large gathering of healthcare workers.
  • READING - Intermediate: Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
  • WRITING - Intermediate: Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, or procedures.
  • SPEAKING - Intermediate: Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one, small group situations or before groups of customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
  • MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Basic Skills: Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
  • REASONING ABILITY - Intermediate Skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Frequent prolonged standing/walking.
  • Stand - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
  • Walk - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
  • Sit - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)
  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)
  • Reach with hands and arms - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
  • Stoop, Squat, Kneel, or Crouch - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
  • Bending-repetitive forward - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
  • Talk or hear - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 - 8 hours)

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS
  • Up to 10 pounds - Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 (2.5 - 5.5 hours)
  • Up to 25 pounds - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Typical Noise Level - Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic).
Employee Benefits
  • Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
  • Time away from work accrual.
  • Retirement plans available.
  • Wellness program for employees and their families.

Aspirus St. Luke's in Duluth is a cornerstone of health care in northeastern Minnesota, offering a wide range of medical specialties and advanced care services. With a history dating back to 1881, this downtown Duluth hospital has grown into a comprehensive medical center with a strong commitment to patient-centered care. The facility features a 267-bed hospital, state-of-the-art surgical and imaging technology, and a nationally recognized heart and vascular center. As part of the broader Aspirus system, St. Luke's is also known for its excellence in orthopedics, cancer care, and women's and children's health. In addition to the main hospital campus, the Duluth area includes multiple primary and specialty care clinics that serve the Twin Ports and surrounding communities. Duluth, MN
Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.
Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.
As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.
Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.
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