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Healthcare Chaplaincy Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Chaplain Associate

Henderson, NV · On-site

$24.15 - $34.12/hr

Supervised healthcare chaplaincy of atleast three (3) months, may include hospice experience and/or Clinical Pastoral Education * One Unit of Clinical Pastoral Education * BCC - CANADIAN SPIRITUAL ...

Associate Chaplain

New Hyde Park, NY · On-site

$66K - $86K/yr

Endorsement or recommendation by spiritual or religious organization. 0-1 years of relevant healthcare Chaplaincy experience, required. *Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate ...

... healthcare Chaplaincy experience, required. *Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a ...

One-year experience in healthcare chaplaincy in a hospital trauma center or equivalent experience. Evidence of active participation in a worshiping congregation. * Three to five years of healthcare ...

One-year experience in healthcare chaplaincy in a hospital trauma center or equivalent experience. Evidence of active participation in a worshiping congregation. * Three to five years of healthcare ...

One-year experience in healthcare chaplaincy in a hospital trauma center or equivalent experience. Evidence of active participation in a worshiping congregation. * Three to five years of healthcare ...

Endorsement or recommendation by spiritual or religious organization. 1-3 years of relevant healthcare chaplaincy experience, required. *Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate ...

One-year experience in healthcare chaplaincy in a hospital trauma center or equivalent experience. Evidence of active participation in a worshiping congregation. * Three to five years of healthcare ...

One-year experience in healthcare chaplaincy in a hospital trauma center or equivalent experience. Evidence of active participation in a worshiping congregation. * Three to five years of healthcare ...

One-year experience in healthcare chaplaincy in a hospital trauma center or equivalent experience. Evidence of active participation in a worshiping congregation. * Three to five years of healthcare ...

Chaplain

Mount Kisco, NY · On-site

$66K - $98K/yr

... healthcare chaplaincy experience, required. *Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or ... hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered ...

One-year experience in healthcare chaplaincy in a hospital trauma center or equivalent experience. Evidence of active participation in a worshiping congregation. * Three to five years of healthcare ...

One-year experience in healthcare chaplaincy in a hospital trauma center or equivalent experience. Evidence of active participation in a worshiping congregation. * Three to five years of healthcare ...

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How much do healthcare chaplaincy jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for healthcare chaplaincy in the United States is $43,960.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30,500.00 and $49,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a healthcare chaplaincy?

Healthcare chaplaincy refers to the spiritual care and support services provided by trained chaplains within hospitals, clinics, hospices, and other healthcare settings. Healthcare chaplains offer emotional and spiritual support to patients, families, and healthcare staff, regardless of religious affiliation. They help individuals cope with illness, end-of-life issues, grief, and ethical dilemmas, often working as part of a multidisciplinary team to address holistic patient needs.

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

To thrive as a Healthcare Chaplain, you need a background in theology or divinity, clinical pastoral education (CPE), and endorsement by a faith group. Familiarity with electronic medical records and specialized spiritual assessment tools is often required. Compassion, strong listening skills, and cultural sensitivity are vital soft skills for providing emotional and spiritual support to diverse patients and families. These competencies enable chaplains to address the holistic needs of those in healthcare settings, fostering healing and resilience.

How does a healthcare chaplain typically collaborate with medical staff to support patients and families?

Healthcare chaplains work closely with doctors, nurses, and social workers to provide holistic care that addresses spiritual and emotional needs alongside medical treatment. They often participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, offer ethical or spiritual guidance in complex cases, and help facilitate communication between patients, families, and care providers. This collaborative approach ensures that patient care plans consider cultural, religious, and personal values, especially during critical or end-of-life situations.

What is the difference between Healthcare Chaplaincy vs Healthcare Social Work?

AspectHealthcare ChaplaincyHealthcare Social Work
Required CredentialsChaplains often hold certifications like CPE (Clinical Pastoral Education) and may have degrees in theology or ministrySocial workers typically hold a BSW or MSW and state licensure
Work EnvironmentHospitals, hospices, spiritual care departmentsHospitals, clinics, community health settings
Employer & Industry UsageReligious organizations, healthcare institutions focusing on spiritual supportHealthcare facilities, social service agencies
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding spiritual care roles in healthcareUnderstanding social support roles in healthcare

Healthcare chaplains focus on providing spiritual and emotional support to patients, often with theological training and certifications. Healthcare social workers address social, emotional, and practical needs, typically with social work degrees and licensure. Both roles work within healthcare settings but serve different aspects of patient care.

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Infographic showing various Healthcare Chaplaincy job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,960 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

SMU 26-27 - #50160 The Reverend Charles R. Millikan, D.Min. Endowed Chair in Spiritual Care

Southern Methodist University

Dallas, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


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Job description

Description
Perkins School of Theology at SMU is seeking to fill a full-time, faculty appointment to the newly established and endowed Charles R. Millikan Endowed Chair in Spiritual Care. Position to begin August 1, 2027. This is an open rank search for a full-time tenure-track or tenured appointment. The responsibilities and qualifications are as follows:
Responsibilities
A. Full-time teaching and scholarship in Spiritual Care and Chaplaincy Studies.
1. Teaching courses in the various degree programs of Perkins School of Theology and, if appropriate, in the Ph.D. curricula of the Graduate Program in Religious Studies of Southern Methodist University.
2. Scholarship, including publications, in the field of Spiritual Care and Chaplaincy Studies.
3. Leading curricula and programming in chaplaincy studies
4. Networking with hospitals, Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) programs, and other ministry partners.
B. Participation in the life and work of Perkins School of Theology, the Graduate Program in Religious Studies, and other parts of Southern Methodist University, including the structures of governance, exercising the responsibilities normally assumed by faculty members.
Qualifications
A. Essential
1. Ph.D. or equivalent degree.
2. Demonstrated achievement or promise as a scholar and teacher in the fields of spiritual care, pastoral care, chaplaincy studies, and other cognate fields such as spirituality studies, trauma studies, inter-religious dialogue, organizational leadership, and/or theology.
3. Commitment to the primary mission of Perkins School of Theology to prepare persons for religious leadership in the church, chaplaincy settings (including healthcare systems), social agencies and other places of ministry, and for leadership in the academy.
4. Commitment to teaching in all the degree programs of Perkins School of Theology and in all approved modes of instruction (including in-person, online, and hybrid).
5. Commitment to working in a religiously and theologically varied community, especially in working with chaplaincy students from diverse religious and spiritual paths.
B. Preferred
1. Ordination or membership in a Christian communion.
2. CPE training and certification.
Application Instructions
Applications must include: 1) a cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) statement of teaching philosophy, 4) an outline for a course syllabus in spiritual care, 5) statement of research agenda, 6) a writing or publication sample, and 7) three confidential letters of recommendation. Submit application materials electronically to Interfolio https://apply.interfolio.com/191511, to the attention of Ms. Avery Pryer, Executive Assistant to the Dean.
To receive priority consideration, complete applications must be received by October 15, 2026, and to ensure full consideration for the position, the application must be received by December 15, 2026. The committee will, however, continue to accept and review applications until the position is filled. The committee will notify applicants of its employment decisions after the position is filled. Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.

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