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Allegiant Hospice LLC

Chaplain

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Coordinate and lead spiritual rituals, services, or prayer if requested. * Respect and honor ... Document all chaplain visits and services in the electronic medical record (EMR) per regulatory ...

Vertek Staffing

Director Case Management

Missoula, MT · On-site

$112K - $130K/yr

Montana Current FTEs: RN Case Managers: 4 FTEs / Social Workers: 2 FTEs / Chaplains: 1 FTE and 1 PRN / 0 open positions and 0 pending resignations - we have one lead chaplain: however, no other leads ...

VHS Hospice

Chaplain

Newport News, VA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

... lead occasional liturgical, memorial, or remembrance services in collaboration with staff and ... Qualifications for Chaplain: * Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Chaplain or Spiritual ...

Trinityhealth

CHAPLAIN Location: Norristown and Coatesville, PA Status: 32 hours per week (4 days schedule) Shift ... lead, and embrace change * Provide opportunities regarding corporate and individual worship for ...

Trinity Health

CHAPLAIN Location: Norristown and Coatesville, PA Status: 32 hours per week (4 days schedule) Shift ... lead, and embrace change * Provide opportunities regarding corporate and individual worship for ...

Baptistjax

The Chaplain will provide pastoral care and counseling, offer religious resources, and support ... with hospital staff including, lead chaplains, community clergy, and hospital team members.

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Virginia Health Services

Chaplain

Newport News, VA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

... lead occasional liturgical, memorial, or remembrance services in collaboration with staff and ... Qualifications for Chaplain: * Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Chaplain or Spiritual ...

Medical Services of America

Chaplain Hospice

Butler, PA · On-site

$47K - $52K/yr

Lead with Compassion Hospice Chaplain | New Castle, PA Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $47,840-$52,000 At Medi Home Hospice --a proud member of the Medical Services of America (MSA) family ...

Grace Healthcare Services

Chaplain

Galloway, NJ · On-site

$64K - $68K/yr

Chaplain - Full-TimeLocation: Atlantic/Cape May County, NJFind Your Purpose at Grace Healthcare ... Lead Memorial Services - Offer support by conducting or assisting with memorial and funeral ...

ASPIRUS HEALTH

CHAPLAIN - CHAPLAINCY

Duluth, MN · On-site

$27.02 - $39.18/hr

LUKE'S HOSPITAL in Duluth, MN is seeking a CHAPLAIN to join our CHAPLAINCY team! Salary Range: $27 ... Able to lead worship services, conduct funerals and memorial services and other rituals as ...

Benedictine

Chaplain

Saint Paul, MN

The Chaplain is responsible for providing spiritual guidance and support to residents, families ... Performs religious services, lead prayer, and promotes a spirit of healing through compassionate ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for lead 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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A Lead Chaplain is responsible for overseeing spiritual care services within an organization, such as a hospital, hospice, prison, or military unit. They provide emotional and spiritual support to individuals of diverse faiths, lead a team of chaplains, and coordinate religious programs. Their duties may include counseling, conducting worship services, and ensuring that spiritual care aligns with the needs of the community. Additionally, they may collaborate with healthcare providers, administrators, or other professionals to integrate pastoral care into overall support services.

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As a Lead Chaplain, your day often involves coordinating spiritual care services, providing direct support to individuals and families in times of crisis, and supervising a team of chaplains or spiritual care volunteers. You may attend interdisciplinary meetings, develop and lead educational programs, and ensure religious and cultural needs are respected throughout the facility. The role also includes documentation, administrative tasks, and collaborating closely with medical, nursing, and social work teams. This dynamic environment requires adaptability and the ability to respond compassionately to a wide range of emotional and spiritual needs.

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

To thrive as a Lead Chaplain, you need a strong background in pastoral care, counseling, and spiritual leadership, typically supported by theological education and ordination or endorsement from a recognized faith group. Familiarity with electronic record systems, ethics training, and accreditation such as Board Certification from national chaplaincy organizations is usually required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, crisis management abilities, and cultural sensitivity are key soft skills for success in this role. These competencies ensure compassionate, inclusive support for diverse individuals and effective leadership within multidisciplinary teams.

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The demand for lead chaplains is generally steady, especially in healthcare, military, and correctional settings where spiritual support is integral. Job growth depends on institutional funding and the emphasis on holistic care, with opportunities often requiring relevant certifications and experience in pastoral care or counseling.
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Chaplain

Good Shepherd Health Care

Hermiston, OR • On-site

$27.23/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Overview
Employer paid benefits - Medical, Dental, and Vision. (qualifying dependents included)
Hourly wage range: Min: $27.23 Max: $44.88
The Chaplain provides spiritual presence, counsel, guidance and coordination of Soul Care to the patients, their families and Good Shepherd staff who request such support. He or she makes on-call visits as requested by department manager or nursing supervisor, records work in the digital record (EPIC) and assures that soul care is integrated in the overall plan of care.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The chaplain provides short term soul care in the Emergency Department and as needed on the units. When possible and requested, the chaplain works in collaboration with a patient's AREA MINISTER in service of the ultimate goal of a more whole person-centered hospital visit or stay.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Coordinates the planning and provision of Soul Care services for patient/families to positively augment their visit with a focus on spiritual well-being.
  • Records significant elements of pastoral encounters and assures that EPIC documentation is timely and integrated into the patient's plan of care.
  • Reports both to Soul Care Manager AND during evenings, weekends, holidays and manager paid time off, ALSO to the Nursing Supervisor as scheduled and needed.
  • In the event of a critical incident, assists department manager and/or Resilience Education and Peer Support (REPS) Lead in addressing employee secondary trauma.
  • Attends four (4) hours / monthly professional chaplain training.

Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Written endorsement of the board of elders/session/council of a local congregation where applicant is a member. (Applicant must be in good standing with home congregation and/or supervising denominational judicatory)
  • Maintains relationships characterized by mutual support, open communication, trust and respect.
  • Able to help patients, family and staff reflect on their experiences from a theological or faith perspective without imposing any personal bias.
  • Able to assess and respond sensitively to cultural and religious diversity. Computer Literacy commensurate with use of EPIC, electronic medical record for charting patient/family interventions.
  • Flexibility with on-call scheduling to meet department needs including overnight, weekends and holidays.
  • Willingness to travel to receive specialized training appropriate to "best practice" of Soul Care.
  • Past training in the areas of grief counseling, hospice volunteering, Critical Incident Stress Management and Stephen's Ministry should be noted within the application.
20 Hours USD $27.23/Hr. USD $44.88/Hr. 01-8302 Chaplain Services Day

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